Mental Health Professional I – Diversion Team Position Available In Orangeburg, South Carolina

Mental Health Professional I

• Diversion Team
  
  Salary
  $38,985.00
• $72,134.00 Annually
  Location Orangeburg County, SC
  Job Type
  FTE
• Full-Time
  Job Number
  175931
  Agency
  Department of Mental Health-MHC Orangeburg
  Division
  Clinical Services
  Opening Date
  04/25/2025
  Closing Date
  7/31/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Class Code:

GA55

Position Number:

60026058

Normal Work Schedule:

Monday

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

$51,039.00
Opening Date
04/25/2025
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.

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Under the supervision of the mental health center director, this position will work with the SCDMH forensic team, the SCDMH legal team, local law enforcement., local detention centers, local public defender’s, local solicitors, local judges and local mental health center staff to deflect and divert appropriate individuals from the criminal justice system and from unnecessary forensic involvement and into an appropriate level of care and treatment. Cases will be assigned to this position by the Forensic Manager, in addition to other cases deemed appropriate through screening and consultation. 1. Completes competency pre-screening consultations with attorneys, as assigned. Works collaboratively with the legal office, Forensics, and the community mental health centers to develop diversion recommendations where appropriate. Provides education to all relevant stakeholders regarding the forensic process and available pathways to treatment, supporting the least restrictive means of care. Provides consultation to the jail and the MHC/ support case management for cases identified by the Forensic Manager. Monitors all individuals awaiting forensic admission and provide updates to the center director, forensic and legal teams. Refers and advocates for services to support psychiatric and medical stability. As directed by forensic supervisor, completes pre-restoration competency screenings on individuals on the waitlist who may have improved and may be competent.
2. Provide services in the community rather than the office by using the center RV. 3. Participates in weekly staffing meetings as assigned by the Forensic Manager and in at least monthly supervision with the center director
4. Supports implementation of medication over objection protocols through ongoing education of relevant parties. 5. May serve as MHP I in assisting in the provision of competency restoration treatment, as assigned by Forensic Manager by providing patient education, individual and group counseling related to either competency restoration or re-entry into the community. As assigned by Forensic Manager, helps to facilitate forensic evaluations with defendants who do not consent to be transported or have poor participation in the evaluation process. Supports release/discharge planning to expedite return to the community. Assists care coordinator in identifying documents and other verifications necessary to establish a financial platform
6. Completes and maintains all required documentation and training, to include, but not limited to CBTp. 7. Performs other duties as assigned which are consistent with the position and in compliance with agency policies and procedures Minimum and Additional Requirements

STATE:

A master’s degree and professional experience in human services or social services programs.

SCDMH:

A master’s degree and professional experience in guidance, counseling or the social sciences and prefer two years of experience in clinical setting. 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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