Mental Health Professional I / Focus CAFE (Spartanburg)

Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives? Join our team at the SC Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (BHDD) - Office of Mental Health where we are dedicated to providing compassionate and accessible care to our community. We are seeking a Mental Health Professional I who is motivated to help individuals and families navigate life's challenges and achieve long-term wellness. If you want to use your skills to build a healthier, more resilient community, we encourage you to apply. This position is located at the SC Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (BHDD) – Office of Mental Health, Spartanburg Area Mental Health Center (SAMHC), 250 Dewey Ave., Spartanburg, SC 29303. Under limited supervision, must provide culturally appropriate mental health treatment to assigned children, adolescents, and families at locations such as clients’ homes, Eubanks Center in Spartanburg, and to Spartanburg, Union, & Cherokee MHC. The goal of this SAMHSA-funded grant is to reduce the risk of out-of-home placement by providing treatment for concerns such as substance misuse, significant emotional disturbances, and/or family conflict. Clinician to provide referrals to other services, as appropriate. Multiple mental health professional positions are available. Responsibilities for the Mental Health Professional I: Provide evidence-based short-term therapy to children, adolescents, and families who present with psychiatric needs to reduce symptomology and increase positive functioning. Provide referrals to other parties/agencies in the Spartanburg – area system of care, including Union and Cherokee Counties. Documentation of services provided is to be timely and appropriate following federal, state, and local QA/CARF standards. Compile with Corporate Compliance policies, regulations, statutes, and laws regulating the provision of health care. Attendance in agency/program staff and treatment team meetings is required. A master's degree in guidance, counseling, the social sciences or a related field. Additional Requirements In order to be credentialed for core services as a Mental Health Professional as the SC Office of Mental Health, applicants must provide evidence of clinical experience providing direct patient care. This experience may be documented as a practicum or internship during graduate program, or -post clinical experience may be documented as a practicum or internship during graduate program, or post-graduate clinical experience. Please be sure to provide specific clinical activities of your application and/or resume. Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus. Post hire, employee must: Successfully complete the Basic Fundamentals course with a minimum grade of 75. Be able to pass CPR and Managing Agitation in the Psychiatric Setting (MAPS) Certification. Have a willingness and ability to provide counseling, adolescents, and/or families utilizing Brief Strategic Family Therapy, Multidimensional Family Therapy, High Fidelity Wrap, Around Services, Trauma Focuseed CBT, Child -Parent Psychotherapy, Motivational interviewing, and other counseling approaches. Have experience working with children, adolescents, and/or families in human services, social work, or counseling role. The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information. 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. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities offers an exceptional benefits package for full time (FTE) employees: Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click here for additional information. 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year 15 days sick leave per year 13 paid holidays Paid Parental Leave S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available (S.C. Deferred Compensation) Retirement benefit choices * State Retirement Plan (SCRS) State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP) *Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all FTE employees; please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay. #J-18808-Ljbffr Doc PersonalBeratung GmbH