Counselor II – IPS ACT Program Position Available In Orangeburg, South Carolina

Counselor II

• IPS ACT Program
  
  Salary
  $38,985.00
• $72,134.00 Annually
  Location Orangeburg County, SC
  Job Type
  FTE
• Full-Time
  Job Number
  175744
  Agency
  Department of Mental Health-MHC Orangeburg
  Division
  CSP
  Opening Date
  04/21/2025
  Closing Date
  5/30/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Class Code:

GA35

Position Number:

60024156

Normal Work Schedule:

Monday

• Friday (8:30
• 5:00)
  Pay Band
  Band 4
  Hiring Range
• Min.

$38,985.00
Opening Date
04/21/2025
EEO Statement
Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures:

You must apply on-line at www.careers.sc.gov. Follow the status of your application on-line.

VETERAN PREFERENCE STATEMENT

South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Veteran Preference Statement
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

DESCRIPTION

BENEFITS
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Job Responsibilities
Orangeburg Area Mental Health Center / OAMHC is an approved site of the National Health Service Corps, (NHSC), which offers student loan repayment of up to $50,000 to
employees of NHSC-approved sites. You must be a US citizen, you must be licensed to practice independently in the state where you are hired, and you must have unpaid government or commercial school loans. There is a two-year service commitment required as well. Confirmation of qualifying for this loan repayment program is the responsibility of every applicant

• we cannot guarantee your qualification.

Who We Are
Orangeburg Area Mental Health Center is part of the South Carolina Department of Mental Health. Orangeburg Area Mental Health Center/OAMHC provides mental health services to individuals in Orangeburg, Calhoun, Bamberg and Holly Hill Counties.
Under direct supervision, serves on the Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team who provides evidenced based services in an intensive non-residential treatment and rehabilitative services in accordance with the fidelity model. This is a single fixed point of responsibility for treatment, rehabilitation, and support needs for patients with serious mental illness (SMI) who require higher levels of community care and have not been well supported in lower level of care options.
1.Engages patients who receive services from the ACT Team and establishes trusting, collaborative relationships directed toward the goal of competitive employment in integrated, community job settings. Completes a vocational assessment that is focused on the patient’s strengths, preferences, and on-the-job assessments when appropriate. Conducts job development and job search activities directed toward the positions that are individualized and consistent with the needs and interests of clients on his/her caseload, following the principles and procedures of IPS and supported employment. Provides individualized, time unlimited follow along services to assist patients in sustaining employment. 2.Manage a caseload of up to 20 patients and maintain medical record documentation standards in accordance with all Center, QA, DMH, and CARF policies and procedures. Completes Collaborative Documentation with the patient and/or caregiver and commits to EMR immediately after the delivery of service whenever possible. 3. Provides benefits counseling directly as well as connects beneficiaries to experts for more extensive benefits counseling as needed.
4. Provides interventions, outreach and on the job site support to promote stability and ensure success. Provides consultative services to Employers which may include negotiating job accommodations.
5. Serves as a consultant and educator to fellow ACT team members on the topic of evidence-based supportive employment, which is the Individual Placement and Supports (IPS) model. Participates as an active member of the Clinical treatment team, engages in supervisory and administrative meetings.
6. Provides Psychosocial Rehabilitative Services (PRS) within the Individual Placement and Support Program
7. Adheres to Corporate Compliance, Safety, Fire, CARF, HIPPA, and Cultural Competency policies and procedures. 8. Completes all annual required trainings to include Safety, MAPS, Cultural Affairs, and clinical trainings. Demonstrates adherence to CARF standards, and SCDMH and Center policies and Procedures. 9. Other job duties as required by the supervisor.
Minimum and Additional Requirements

STATE:

A bachelor’s degree in guidance, counseling, or the social sciences and professional experience in human services or social services programs.

AGENCY:

A bachelor’s degree in guidance, counseling, or the social sciences and professional experience in human services or social services programs.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of federal, state and local laws or regulations pertaining to a social service program. Ability to exercise discretion in interpreting and applying established objectives. Ability to effectively plan, coordinate and manage complex treatment interventions.
Additional Comments
The South Carolina Department of Mental Health offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

• Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave accrual per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs
  The South Carolina Department of Mental Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Agency. We provide affirmative action and equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex
• including the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, national origin, age, religion, or disability.

South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. Please account for any and all gaps of employment in your application.
A resume will not be accepted in lieu of application completion nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
It is asked that you attach a current resume and unofficial transcripts.
Employer
State of South Carolina
Agency
Department of Mental Health-MHC Orangeburg
Address
P.O. Box 485
Columbia, South Carolina, 29202
Phone
803-536-1571
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