Mental Health Professional (Co-Occurring Specialist) Position Available In Richland, South Carolina

Mental Health Professional (Co-Occurring Specialist) Mental Illness Recovery Center – 2.4 Columbia, SC Job Details Full-time $58,000 – $61,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Paid parental leave Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Parental leave 401(k) 6% Match Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Bereavement leave Life insurance Qualifications CAC II Writing skills Mid-level Master’s degree Driver’s License CAC Clinical counseling Master Addiction Counselor Full Job Description The Mental Illness Recovery Center (MIRCI) is a non-profit organization that assists homeless individuals, both adults and youth, with clinical needs and permanent housing, and is seeking a Certified Addictions Mental Health Professional.

Job Function:

Under the supervision of the ACT Team Lead, the Mental Health Professional/Co-Occurring Specialist provides individual and group counseling services for adults experiencing serious mental illness, trauma, and/or emotional problems in the community

Employee Classification:

Considered a professional, exempt position that is regular full-time.

Examples of Work:

Participates in daily team meetings and treatment planning meetings. Works as a member of the ACT team to provide community-based services, ensuring ACT Fidelity. Coordinates, plans, and implements group, individual, and PRS interventions. Serves as a consultant and educator to fellow ACT team members regarding Substance Abuse Disorders. Conducts comprehensive substance abuse assessments. Documents services provided in the Electronic Medical Record within 48 hours of service. Provides backup transportation duties for the clinical team. Performs other related duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Thorough knowledge of methods, principles, and practices of evidence-based, therapeutic interventions; psychopathology and patient management within a psychiatric setting; group dynamics and human development; trauma-informed care; and client interviewing. Ability to establish and maintain effective contact with individuals, families, and representatives of other professional disciplines, community partners, and other stakeholders. Understanding of community supports including supportive services provided by other public and private agencies. Ability to express ideas clearly, both orally and in writing.

Minimum Requirements:

Master’s Degree from an Accredited School of Counseling, Social Work, or Mental Health. Licensed Addictions Counselor (LAC), Master Addiction Counselor (MAC,) or a master’s level Certified Addictions Counselor (CAC) required. 2 years of experience in a clinical counseling program is preferred. Training in trauma-informed care is preferred

Necessary Special Requirements:

Must have a valid SC driver’s license and a good driving record. Must be certifiable in defensive driving and Standard CPR/1st-Aid. Employee Benefits for

Full-Time Employees:

3 weeks of accrued vacation per year 3 weeks of accrued sick time per year 13 paid federal holidays Bereavement pay Paid Parental Leave Generous benefit package including health, vision, dental, and company-paid Life insurance and long-term disability 401K matching up to 6%

EAP MIRCI

is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members.