Mental Health Professional I Adult ACT QMHP Program Position Available In Orangeburg, South Carolina

Mental Health Professional I Adult

ACT QMHP

Program

Salary
$38,985.00

• $72,134.00 Annually
  Location Orangeburg County, SC
  Job Type
  FTE
• Full-Time
  Job Number
  175758
  Agency
  Department of Mental Health-MHC Orangeburg
  Opening Date
  04/21/2025
  Closing Date
  5/30/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Class Code:

GA55

Position Number:

60007570

Normal Work Schedule:

Monday

• Friday (8:30
• 5:00)
  Pay Band
  Band 5
  Hiring Range
• Min.
  $51,039.00
  Hiring Range
• Max.

$72,134.00
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

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Job Responsibilities
Serves on the Assertive Community Treatment) team providing 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 This position is located at the Orangeburg Area Department of Mental Health Orangeburg Clinic
2319 St. Matthews Rd, Orangeburg

SC 29118

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.
1.Provides direct services to ACT patients guiding them in the development of skills/strategics towards achieving and maintaining good mental health and facilitating training of independent living skills. Utilizes assertive engagement to engage beneficiaries in service.
2.Assists patients with access to community services, resources and agencies and establishing support networks in the community. Utilizes the patient’s natural supports.
3. Completes screenings and assessments for referrals and assists with development and revisions of instructional continuity plans (ICP).
4. Provides family psychoeducation and works with beneficiary’s natural supports. 5. Leads the person-centered planning process for patients of the ACT program. 6.Participates in clinical supervision, treatment team meetings, pursues professional development, and demonstrates effective use of social and interpersonal knowledge and skills and demonstrates an understanding and appreciation of individual and group differences and similarities. Effectively utilizes and maintains certification of evidence-based practices. Attends treatment team meetings daily and provides consultation regarding complex cases as appropriate. 7.Completes documentation according to

QA/SCDMH

standards, Complies with Corporate Compliance Policy and Risk Management Plan, and Ensures timely completion of prior authorizations.
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. Performs other duties as needed
Minimum and Additional Requirements

State Requirements:

A master’s degree in guidance, counseling, or the social sciences or related field.

Internal Requirements:

Licensed as an LISW-CP, LMFT, or LPC in the state of S.C. and master’s or doctoral degree from a program that is primarily psychological in nature from an accredited university and one year of experience working with adults with Serious Mental Illness, working for a S.C. State Agency.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of normal and abnormal behavior adjustment techniques. Knowledge of clinical practices and interviewing techniques. Knowledge of legal principals and practices. Knowledge of investigative techniques, principles and practices. Knowledge of methods, principles and practices of clinical counseling services. 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.
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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