State of South Carolina
Mental Health Professional I (Transitions) / Anderson
State of South Carolina - Anderson, South Carolina, us, 29622
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Salary:
$51,039.00 - $72,134.00 Annually Location :
Anderson County, SC Job Type:
FTE - Full-Time Job Number:
172387 Agency:
Department of Mental Health-Central Office Opening Date:
04/29/2025 Closing Date:
5/13/2025 11:59 PM Eastern Class Code::
GA55 Position Number::
60019608 Normal Work Schedule::
Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00) Pay Band:
Band 5 Hiring Range - Min.:
$51,039.00 Opening Date:
01/07/2025 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.
Job Responsibilities
With our Agency's mission to support the recovery of people with mental illnesses, we provide a complete array of medical and support services for children, adults, and families throughout South Carolina. THIS POSITION IS REPOSTED
*** Previous applicants are still under consideration and do not need to reapply***
This position is located at the SC Department of Mental Health (DMH), 130 SC-252, Anderson, SC 29621
Under general supervision of the Program Coordinator II for the Office of Transitions Programs, identify and execute activities that result in patient discharge from inpatient settings to integrated community residences and community-based behavioral health services, to include discharge plan development, accessing residential setting, patient assessment and linking to community-based providers.
Responsibilities for this Mental Health Professional
include but are not limited to: Quality Manage
ment:
Responsible for conducting CMHC Initial Clinical Assessments and DLA20s with patients choosing CMHC for outpatient provider to support continuity of services from inpatient to outpatient settings; coordinates and locates community-based residential settings options, based on patients' discharge plan; collects data for performance improvement; Utilize the Avatar and EMR to document services provided; complete accurate and timely reports (such as Designed Examiner reports) to management as required.
Leadership:
Coordinates staffing with CMHC regarding program placement for patient when discharged; provides face-to-face and/or video introduction of patient to community providers to include care coordinator and peer support specialist; attends treatment team meetings, discharge committee meetings, patient staffings and discharge planning staffings to provide community-based resources and/or options for discharge planning.
Initiative:
identifies, collects and routinely updates an inventory of integrated community-based residences for Transition Team distribution/resource directory; brokers needed community resources/services and develops resources where gaps exist.
Skill Enhancement:
Completes core competency trainings (such as SCEIS Central, MAPS, etc.) and other job-related trainings as required or assigned; maintains professional licensure (as applicable) and maintains knowledge of and enforces policies and procedures.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
A master's degree in guidance, counseling, the social sciences or a related field.
Preferred Qualifications
Six (6) months to one (1) year experience in a clinical program.
Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus. Additional Comments
This position is located in the Office of Transition Programs but will work in an assigned mental health location and requires the ability to bend, stoop, climb, drive from location to location, lift and file; must perform duties in multiple settings.
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
Benefits for State Employees The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance Benefits Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note:
The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available. 01
Have you ever been employed by the SC Department of Mental Health?
Yes No
02
If you have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony criminal offense (other than in a Juvenile Court), you MUST list this information (unless you have taken steps to expunge your record.) This includes fraudulent checks, driving under suspension, disorderly conduct, shoplifting, etc. *Please note that conviction of a criminal offense does not bar you from employment in all cases; each conviction is evaluated individually. However, failure to list convictions is considered falsification of the application and WILL BE grounds for termination, if hired. It is your responsibility to know what is on your criminal record. If you have charges on your record that appear without a court disposition (result) you may be asked to provide that information if selected for employment. If you have questions, please inquire before you complete your application.PLEASE NOTE THAT NOT ANSWERING THIS QUESTION WILL DEEM YOUR APPLICATION AS INCOMPLETE AND IT WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.Please indicate your understanding to this statement by checking the box below.
Checking this box indicates my understanding to the above referenced statement.
03
Have you ever held a permanent (full-time equivalent) position with a SC state agency and/or been an employee of a SC school district?
Yes No
04
Did you graduate with at least a master's degree from an accredited college/university in guidance, counseling, the social sciences or related program?
Yes No
05
Do you have six (6) months to one (1) year of work experience in a clinical program?
Yes No
06
How did you hear about our vacancy?
SC State jobs portal/careers.sc.gov Simply Hired Indeed College/Alumni Career Services Center Friend/Relative Current DMH Employee Other (commercials, billboards, emails, ads, etc.) - Please specify.
07
If you answered "Current DMH Employee" or "Other" for question above, please list name/source below: 08
Please indicate your salary requirements (please be specific and not put "negotiable" or "open"). 09
The South Carolina Department of Mental Health is recognized as a licensed hospital system, thus, may require employees to be fully vaccinated as a condition of employment, subject to an approved exemption.
Checking this box indicates my understanding to the above referenced statement.
Required Question
$51,039.00 - $72,134.00 Annually Location :
Anderson County, SC Job Type:
FTE - Full-Time Job Number:
172387 Agency:
Department of Mental Health-Central Office Opening Date:
04/29/2025 Closing Date:
5/13/2025 11:59 PM Eastern Class Code::
GA55 Position Number::
60019608 Normal Work Schedule::
Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00) Pay Band:
Band 5 Hiring Range - Min.:
$51,039.00 Opening Date:
01/07/2025 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.
Job Responsibilities
With our Agency's mission to support the recovery of people with mental illnesses, we provide a complete array of medical and support services for children, adults, and families throughout South Carolina. THIS POSITION IS REPOSTED
*** Previous applicants are still under consideration and do not need to reapply***
This position is located at the SC Department of Mental Health (DMH), 130 SC-252, Anderson, SC 29621
Under general supervision of the Program Coordinator II for the Office of Transitions Programs, identify and execute activities that result in patient discharge from inpatient settings to integrated community residences and community-based behavioral health services, to include discharge plan development, accessing residential setting, patient assessment and linking to community-based providers.
Responsibilities for this Mental Health Professional
include but are not limited to: Quality Manage
ment:
Responsible for conducting CMHC Initial Clinical Assessments and DLA20s with patients choosing CMHC for outpatient provider to support continuity of services from inpatient to outpatient settings; coordinates and locates community-based residential settings options, based on patients' discharge plan; collects data for performance improvement; Utilize the Avatar and EMR to document services provided; complete accurate and timely reports (such as Designed Examiner reports) to management as required.
Leadership:
Coordinates staffing with CMHC regarding program placement for patient when discharged; provides face-to-face and/or video introduction of patient to community providers to include care coordinator and peer support specialist; attends treatment team meetings, discharge committee meetings, patient staffings and discharge planning staffings to provide community-based resources and/or options for discharge planning.
Initiative:
identifies, collects and routinely updates an inventory of integrated community-based residences for Transition Team distribution/resource directory; brokers needed community resources/services and develops resources where gaps exist.
Skill Enhancement:
Completes core competency trainings (such as SCEIS Central, MAPS, etc.) and other job-related trainings as required or assigned; maintains professional licensure (as applicable) and maintains knowledge of and enforces policies and procedures.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
A master's degree in guidance, counseling, the social sciences or a related field.
Preferred Qualifications
Six (6) months to one (1) year experience in a clinical program.
Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus. Additional Comments
This position is located in the Office of Transition Programs but will work in an assigned mental health location and requires the ability to bend, stoop, climb, drive from location to location, lift and file; must perform duties in multiple settings.
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
Benefits for State Employees The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance Benefits Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note:
The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available. 01
Have you ever been employed by the SC Department of Mental Health?
Yes No
02
If you have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony criminal offense (other than in a Juvenile Court), you MUST list this information (unless you have taken steps to expunge your record.) This includes fraudulent checks, driving under suspension, disorderly conduct, shoplifting, etc. *Please note that conviction of a criminal offense does not bar you from employment in all cases; each conviction is evaluated individually. However, failure to list convictions is considered falsification of the application and WILL BE grounds for termination, if hired. It is your responsibility to know what is on your criminal record. If you have charges on your record that appear without a court disposition (result) you may be asked to provide that information if selected for employment. If you have questions, please inquire before you complete your application.PLEASE NOTE THAT NOT ANSWERING THIS QUESTION WILL DEEM YOUR APPLICATION AS INCOMPLETE AND IT WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.Please indicate your understanding to this statement by checking the box below.
Checking this box indicates my understanding to the above referenced statement.
03
Have you ever held a permanent (full-time equivalent) position with a SC state agency and/or been an employee of a SC school district?
Yes No
04
Did you graduate with at least a master's degree from an accredited college/university in guidance, counseling, the social sciences or related program?
Yes No
05
Do you have six (6) months to one (1) year of work experience in a clinical program?
Yes No
06
How did you hear about our vacancy?
SC State jobs portal/careers.sc.gov Simply Hired Indeed College/Alumni Career Services Center Friend/Relative Current DMH Employee Other (commercials, billboards, emails, ads, etc.) - Please specify.
07
If you answered "Current DMH Employee" or "Other" for question above, please list name/source below: 08
Please indicate your salary requirements (please be specific and not put "negotiable" or "open"). 09
The South Carolina Department of Mental Health is recognized as a licensed hospital system, thus, may require employees to be fully vaccinated as a condition of employment, subject to an approved exemption.
Checking this box indicates my understanding to the above referenced statement.
Required Question