Mental Health Professional I (CN774) / MDFT / Counselor
State of South Carolina
- York County, SC
- $51,039-70,054 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Provides advanced and complex medically necessary clinical services including but not limited to assessment, individual family and group therapy, as well as intake and ongoing assessments to the designated population, will perform therapeutic interventions that are directly related to the Multi-Dimensional Family Therapy (MDFT) treatment modality. Develops, implements, monitors, and modifies treatment plans
- Provides a treatment program for prevention and early intervention with youth at risk for severe social, emotional, behavioral difficulties; imminent risk for out of home placement; youth involved with DJJ, DSS, or other systems of care; or youth discharging from out of home placement, will increase collaborative efforts between CCMHC and community organizations, involving all in the implementation process, will provide services in a culturally sensitive manner.
- Responsible for case management and ancillary services for assigned caseload, these services include: referrals, advocacy, interagency staffings, & coordinating care between agencies / service providers as appropriate
- Formulates recovery-based plans of care with person centered goals & objectives. Conducts timely reviews & maintains accurate clinical documentation. Maintains client charts according to the requirements of current Quality Assurance manual and assures high quality services have been provided in a culturally sensitive manner to the clients. Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local corporate compliance laws.
- Attends & participates in Treatment Team meetings/staffings, including staffings with MD at CCMHC, required mandated trainings, general staffing and scheduled school meetings. Pursues continuing education & training. Maintains positive professional relationships with MHC staff, & community agencies, as well as clients & their families. Works to overcome the stigma of mental illness & mental health services by providing education, training & support services to the community at large.
This position MAY be eligible for SCDMH Student Loan Repayment to cover some of the cost of your outstanding loan(s) balance associated with the completion of a healthcare degree that is relevant to the appliable position.State Minimum Requirements:
Master's degree in guidance, counseling, or the social sciences and two (2) years of experience in a clinical counseling program.Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus. Employee must maintain a valid driver's license.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.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
- Paid Parental Leave
- State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs