Salary: $51,039.00 - $72,134.00 AnnuallyLocation : Horry County, SCJob Type: FTE - Full-TimeJob Number: 169805Agency: Department of Mental Health-MHC WaccamawDivision: ConwayOpening Date: 10/24/2024Closing Date: 11/7/2024 11:59 PM EasternClass Code:: GA55Position Number:: 00000000Normal Work Schedule:: OtherPay Band: Band 5Hiring Range - Min.: $51,039.00Hiring Range - Max.: $72,134.00Opening Date: 10/08/2024EEO 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):: This position has an adjusted work schedule. Employee works no more than 37.5 hours per week.Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.Job ResponsibilitiesWith 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 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.THIS POSITION IS REPOSTED*** Previous applicants are still under consideration and do not need to reapply***This position is located at the Myrtle Beach Police Department - 1101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577. The position will be embedded in the Myrtle Beach Police Department. Employee will need to work effectively and efficiently with a flexible work schedule. Candidate must be a licensed therapist in the state of South Carolina through LLR. Can be LMSW. Potential employee must have one year of clinical work experience prior to hiring. This can include internship, practicum or previous work experience with clients. Master's degree in guidance, counseling, the social sciences or related field is required for the position.This position is self-directed and motivated, functioning independently and exercising good clinical judgement. Under limited supervision provides community based clinical assessments, therapeutic services and referral resources to children, adolescents and families experiencing mental health issues who have interacted with local law enforcement. You will collaborate with law enforcement, fire and rescue department and other community agencies to provide information on available resources to assist persons in need.Position provides mental health screenings, assessments and crisis intervention to children, adolescents and adults identified by local law enforcement as having mental health concerns. Arranges for appropriate referrals and dispositions for cases requiring a different level of care.Serve as a liaison with personnel of other agencies to facilitate treatment and coordinate referrals of identified community members.Position provides other treatment related services and functions within the community policing model that includes riding along with officers in the community, staffing calls to determine next steps, deescalating community members as appropriate, and offering collaborative follow-up practices.Maintains documentation of charts and other medical records in accordance with State, Federal, SCDMH, WCMH, Quality Assurance, Corporate Compliance and CARF Standards.Knowledge of methods, principles and practices of clinical and crisis counseling services.Ability to work collaboratively with law enforcement officials. Ability to engage key stakeholders and community partners.Capability to exercise discretion in interpreting and applying establish objectives in crisis situations.Must be skilled in effective planning, coordination and managing complete assessment and treatment interventions in the community.Strong communication skills are a must as you must.Sitting, standing, bending, lifting up to 25 pounds and ability to be in a car for prolonged periods of time are required, as well as some travel.Will perform other related duties as assigned by the Program Supervisor and WCMH Executive Director. Minimum and Additional Requirements MINIMUM AND ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:State Minimum Requirements - Master's degree in guidance, counseling, social sciences or related field. Must have one year of clinical experience. Please attach a copy of your unofficial graduate transcript to this application. Must be a licensed therapist in State of SC through LLR. Can be LMSW. This is to determine if you meet DMH credentialing requirements which include the following graduate coursework:Psychopathology CoursePsychopathology Diagnostic CourseClinical Assessment - Practice with Family Therapy (DSM) - we definitely require this courseEthics Course - related to profession and medicalAgency (Facility) Minimum Requirements - Master's degree in guidance, counseling, social sciences or related field. Must have one year of clinical experience. Please attach a copy of your unofficial graduate transcript to this application. Must be licensed therapist in State of SC through LLR. Can be LMSW. This is to determine if you meet DMH credentialing requirements which include the following graduate coursework:Psychopathology CoursePsychopathology Diagnostic CourseClinical Assessment - Practice with Family Therapy (DSM) - we definitely require this courseEthics Course - related to profession and medicalNote: If any Agency Requirements are listed above, applicants must also meet those requirements to be considered for the position.If you are licensed, please be sure to attach a copy of your current State of SC Licensure provided by LLR. Licensure will supersede graduate coursework requirements. Preferred Qualifications Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish, or another language, are a plus. Additional Comments 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 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?
02 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?
03 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.
04 Do you possess a master's degree in guidance, counseling, social science or related field? This is a requirement of the position and if you do not, we will not consider your application for employment.
05 Have you attached an unofficial transcript of graduate coursework to this application? This must accompany application in order to see if you can be credentialed through SCDMH.
06 Are you a licensed therapist in the State of SC through LLR?This is a requirement of the position. Please attach a copy of your license for employment consideration.
07 How did you hear about our vacancy?
- Indeed
- SC State jobs portal/careers.sc.gov
- Friend/Relative
- College/Alumni Career Services Center
- Referral from current DMH employee
- Other - commercials, billboards, emails, ads etc. please specify
08 If you answered Referral from current DMH Employee for question above, please list name below: 09 If you answered Other for question 7, please indicate from where below: 10 Please indicate your salary requirements (please be specific and not put negotiable or open ). Please understand that this position will not pay top of scale and salary is closer to minimum pay. Required Question