Location: Rock Hill,SC, USA
Salary: $23,253.00 - $43,026.00 AnnuallyLocation : York County, SCJob Type: FTE - Full-TimeJob Number: 162794Agency: Department of Mental Health-MHC CatawbaOpening Date: 07/01/2024Closing Date: 12/31/2024 5:00 PM EasternClass Code:: EC52Position Number:: 60005915Normal Work Schedule:: OtherPay Band: Band 2Opening Date: 03/13/2024EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity EmployerAgency Specific Application Procedures:: You must apply on-line at www.careers.sc.gov. Follow the status of your application on-line.Normal Work Schedule (Other):: Although regular hours are Monday thru Friday, 8:30-5:00, some flexibility may be required to meet program needs.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 located at the Department of Mental Health, Catawba Community Mental Health Center (CCMHC), York Adult Clinic, 205 Piedmont Blvd, Rock Hill, SC 29732.Under the direct supervision of assigned Mental Health Professional, Peer Support Specialist guides patients toward the identification & achievement of specific goals defined by the patient and specified in the individual plan of care.Responsibilities for this Position Title include but are not limited to:Peer Support Specialist serves as an active member of the patient's treatment team. Advocates for services requested by the patient. PSS will cultivate the patient's ability to make informed, independent choices, to set goals, and assist the patient in gaining information and support from the community. Plans activities with the patient that lead to improved self-concepts through empowerment and self determination opportunities. Teaches and models the importance of medication adherence, effective communication with doctors and other caregivers. Provides support and encouragement to both the patient and their family members, when it is the choice of the patient to do so. Offers patients hope of recovery from mental illness by sharing their own recovery stories and by teaching patients how to tell their own recovery stories effectively. Uses their unique recovery experience to model the value of every individual's recovery experience and to teach effective coping techniques and self-help strategies. Will participate in training to enhance knowledge of best practice. PSS will work with supervising MHP in the creation of an annual report to be submitted to SCDMH for DHHS within 60 days of the end of the fiscal year.Minimum and Additional Requirements State Minimum Requirements:High school diploma or GED.Agency (Facility) Minimum Requirements:Must be a current or former consumer of mental health services.Note:If any Agency Requirements are listed above, applicants must also meet those requirements to be considered for the position. Preferred Qualifications Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus. Additional Comments 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 Children15 days annual (vacation) leave accrual per year15 days sick leave per year13 paid holidaysPaid Parental LeaveState Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation ProgramsBenefits for State EmployeesThe 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 BenefitsEligible 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 BenefitsState 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 BenefitsState 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 Are you a current or former consumer of mental health services? Yes No 05 How did you hear about our vacancy? SC State jobs portal/careers.sc.gov Simply Hired Indeed College/Alumni Career Services Center Friend/Relative Referral from current DMH Employee Other (commercials, billboards, emails, ads, etc.) - Please specify. 06 If you answered Referral from current DMH Employee for question above, please list name below: 07 If you answered Other for question 05, please indicate from where below: 08 Please indicate your salary requirements (please be specific and not put negotiable or open ). Required Question