Mental Health Professional I / Adult Outpatient Services (Greenville)

State of South Carolina • Cayce, SC

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About The Position

Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives? 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, Greater Greenville Mental Health Center, 124 Mallard Street, Greenville, SC 29601. Under general supervision, provides screening, assessment and other mental health services for individuals and/or families experiencing mental health, emotional disturbance and/or substance abuse problems. Coordinates care with professional staff, both medical and non-medical, including partnering agencies and/or other systems of care.

Requirements

• A master's degree in guidance, counseling, the social sciences or a related field.
• In order to be credentialed for core services as a Mental Health Professional at the SC Office of Mental Health, applicants must provide evidence of clinical experience providing direct patient care. This experience may be documented as a practicum or internship during graduate program, or post-graduate clinical experience. Please be sure to provide specific clinical activities on your application and/or resume.
• Have knowledge and skills in conducting needs assessment.
• Have knowledge of community resources.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Provide an array of out-patient mental health services, crisis management, individual and group therapeutic interventions to adults with serious mental illness, emotional disturbance /or co-morbid substance abuse disorders.
• Provide screening and clinical assessments for persons experiencing mental health, emotional disturbance and/or substance abuse issues. Work with other professionals to develop an initial plan of care and coordinates services with other community service providers.
• Document all clinical work in accordance with SCDMH Quality Assurance standards.
• Support the organization's Corporate Compliance Program.

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 (S.C. Deferred Compensation)
• Retirement benefit choices
• State Retirement Plan (SCRS)
• State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support