Mental Health Professional I - CAF School Based (Hilton Head / Coastal Empire)

State of South Carolina • Beaufort County, SC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Join our team at the Office of Mental Health where we are dedicated to providing compassionate and accessible care to our community. We are seeking a Mental Health Professional I, who is motivated to help individuals and families navigate life's challenges and achieve long-term wellness. If you want to use your skills to build a healthier, more resilient community, we encourage you to apply. This position is located at the SC Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) - Office of Mental Health, Coastal Empire Community Mental Health Center, 151 Dillon Rd, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926, USA.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in guidance, counseling or the social sciences
• 1 year of experience in a clinical counseling program
• State licensed or licensed eligible
• Be able to complete Managing Agitation in the Psychiatric Setting (MAPS) certification
• Have a thorough knowledge of counseling theory, particularly in the field of families, children and adolescents is needed (employee should possess these skills from on-the-job experience and training).

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform assessments and crisis interventions for children, their families as well as other direct services (group, family, etc.).
• Serve as liaison for the Hilton Head schools, DSS and Family Court.
• Provide direct clinical services to children, adolescents and their families in the clinic and school setting.
• Provide assessments and crisis management, as well as individual, group and family therapy as needed.
• Ensure documentation of all services provided following established guidelines.
• Provide consultation/education activities and case management on behalf of our consumers to community agencies as requested, under the supervision of the Clinic Director of the Hilton Head Office.
• Participate as indicated in CAF and team staffings with other mental health professionals (school officials, community agencies—DSS, COSY).
• Attend weekly supervision with supervisor.
• Provide consultation and assists in coordination of hospital admissions and placement of children and adolescents.
• Provides follow-up after discharge.
• Participate in school-related activities such as PTOs, classroom presentations, and other extra-curricular-related activities in support of client (student) relations.
• Provide limited consultation/educational activities in the community upon request and approval by supervisor.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children.
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available
• Retirement benefit choices
• State Retirement Plan (SCRS)
• State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level