Mental Health Professional I - Mobile Crisis / Access (Beaufort - Coastal Empire)

Job Responsibilities

Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives? Join our team at the 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 - Access / Mobile Crisis, 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 (DBHDD) - Office of Mental Health, Coastal Empire Community Mental Health Center (CEMHC), 1050 Ribaut Road, Beaufort, SC 29902. This position is based in Beaufort. This position is center wide for Mobile Crisis coverage and covers a multi-county area, which includes Beaufort, Colleton, Jasper, Hampton, and Allendale. As a Mental Health Professional I for Access/Mobile, Crisis, under the direct supervision of the Access/Mobile Crisis Supervisor, you will provide comprehensive mental health assessments and crisis management for the Beaufort Clinic and center-wide as appropriate/needed. Services include consultation, triage, assessments for patients being discharged from local hospitals, crisis intervention services and short term case-management Serves as liaison for CECMHC to law enforcement entities, probate courts and community resources within the catchment area. Responsibilities for the Mental Health Professional I - Access / Mobile Crisis

Direct Service: Provide direct care in clinic access and mobile crisis services. Provide recovery-oriented services such as Assessment, Group Therapy, Individual/Family Therapy, Crisis Management and other services on an as-needed basis. Serve as a liaison with in-patient and /or other health centers when client is receiving services from those centers; coordinate with care coordination services. Act as part of the Mobile Crisis (MC) team in assuring coverage during working and after hours.

Liaison: Assist with the Mobile Crisis Program over entire coverage area. Assist with follow-up in relation to MC contacts coordinating with Clinic Directors, assigned clinicians and medical staff as needed. Assist as liaison with Beaufort County Probate Court and law enforcement ensuring communicating with them on issues that are primarily in the Beaufort area and as needed/appropriate over the entire center coverage area. Assist as liaison with Beaufort Memorial Hospital and other hospitals in coordinating care and relaying information. Participate in development of community resources and relationships related to coordination of care and community outreach.

Coordination of Services: With direction/coordination from the Clinic Director and Access/MC supervisor, schedule appointments with clinical staff and medical staff as needed/appropriate related to access and crisis services.

Support Services: Serve as a lead clinician assisting the Beaufort Clinic Director and MC Supervisor as needed/appropriate in support of clinic and Access/MC services.

Quality Assurance: Maintain client service records in accordance with BHDD-OMH QA standards; Adhere to BHDD-OMH, Medicare, Medicaid and other Insurance regulations regarding documentation and billing of clinical services, procedures and regulations.

Corporate Compliance: Demonstrate thorough understanding of corporate compliance issues. Comply with the BHDD-OMH and Center Compliance Plan and all legal responsibilities and requirements in performing job duties.

This position MAY be eligible for SCOMH 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 applicable position.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

• A master's degree in counseling or social science
• SC state licensure or licensure eligible.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two (2) years of post-graduate experience in a clinical counseling program.
• Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus.

Additional Comments

Post hire, employees must:

• Be able to complete Managing Agitation in the Psychiatric Setting (MAPS) certification
• Have knowledge of the theories and practices of psychopathology and psychotherapy necessary to treat persons with mental illness in a community outpatient setting.
• Be able to assess, diagnose and plan appropriate treatment/services/support for patients and their family members.

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.
• 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 *

*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.

In order to be credentialed for core services as a Mental Health Professional at 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-graduate clinical experience. Please be sure to provide specific clinical activities on your application and/or resume.

Benefits

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.