Salary: $51,039.00 AnnuallyLocation : Richland County, SCJob Type: FTE - Full-TimeJob Number: 169953Agency: Department of Mental Health-MHC Columbia AreaDivision: Adult Treatment ServicesOpening Date: 10/10/2024Closing Date: 1/22/2025 5:00 PM EasternClass Code:: GA55Position Number:: 60006855Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)Pay Band: Band 5Hiring Range - Min.: $51,039.00Opening Date: 10/16/2024EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity EmployerAgency Specific Application Procedures:: Please apply on-line at www.jobs.sc.gov; you may also track the status of your application on-line.In order to expedite the application review process, please attach an unofficial copy of your master's transcript.Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.Job ResponsibilitiesThis position is located at Department of Mental Health/Columbia Area Mental Health Center, Adult Clinic Services (ACS), CAMHC #507.Under general supervision, provides an array of clinical services to promote recovery, stabilization, and independence based on patient's needs and plan of care; performs the function of this position in an efficient manner as evidenced by meeting Center's Patient Care Hours expectation as addressed in Productivity Protocol for the months.Document services provided and maintain clients' medical records according to CAMHC, Medicaid, quality assurance, corporate compliance and CARF guidelines; incorporates Collaborative Documentation into services provided to patients to improve patient engagement and timely documentation of services.Maintains competency in at least one Evidence-Based Practice and ensures patient functionality and services received coincide with DLA20 rating.Attends and participates in team meetings with clinical staff, provides input on patients, presents assessments and discusses methods of service delivery; performs administrative functions including maintenance of medical records in accordance with QA standards.Minimum and Additional Requirements State Requirements: A master's degree in guidance, counseling, the social sciences or a related field.Preferred Qualifications CAMHC Prefers:A master's degree and one (1) year of post master's counseling experience.Thorough knowledge of psychopathology, diagnostics, counseling, case management and recovery. Licensure preferred; licensure supervision available.Additional Comments Supplemental questions are considered part of the application. Please complete the state application to include supplemental questions, all current and previous work history and education. A resume may be attached, but not substituted for completing the work history and education sections of the employment application. Incomplete applications will not be referred to the hiring supervisor.Adult Clinic Services (ACS) is also an approved site of the National Health Service Corps (NHSC), which offers student loan repayment to employees of NHSC-approved sites. You must be a US citizen, you must be licensed to practice independently in the state where you are hired, and you must have unpaid government or commercial school loans. There is a two-year service commitment required as well. Confirmation of qualifying for this loan repayment program is the responsibility of every applicant - we cannot guarantee your qualification. Benefits 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 Are you willing to take a mandatory pre-employment drug test?
02 Are you listed on the Registry of Convicted Sex Offenders?
03 If you answered yes to being on the Registry of Convicted Sex Offenders, please explain. 04 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 indicate your understanding to this statement?
05 Please check to acknowledge your understanding of the above paragraph.
06 From where did you learn of this employment opportunity? 07 Have you ever held a full-time equivalent (FTE) position within a SC state agency or been a certified employee within a SC school district?
08 DMH would like to know if you have a master's degree in guidance, counseling or the social sciences?
09 DMH would like to know if you have successfully completed graduate-level coursework in Psychodiagnostics and Psychopathology?
10 DMH would like to know if you have experience providing case management services?
11 DMH would like to know if you have the ability to perform concurrent documentation?
12 DMH would like to know if you have a licenseLISW, LPC, etc.?
13 Please indicate your salary requirements (please be specific and not put negotiable ). 14 Did you graduate from an accredited college/university?
15 If you answered yes to question above, please list the accrediting entity. Required Question