Mental Health Professional II - Adult Clinical Treatment Services (G. W. Bryan Hospital)

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) where we are dedicated to providing compassionate and accessible care to our community. We are seeking a Mental Health Professional II for Adult Clinical Treatment Services 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. This position is located at the BHDD - Office of Mental Health, G. Werber Bryan Psychiatric Hospital, Adult Clinical Treatment Services 220 Faison Drive, Columbia SC 29203. As the Mental Health Professional II, under general supervision of the Program Manager I, you will provide psychological services (both diagnostic and treatment related) to adult psychiatric inpatient population. Responsibilities for the Mental Health Professional II Provide active treatment by conducting therapeutic groups to assigned patients. Conduct individual therapy for referred patients, provide consultation to the treatment team regarding progress, ongoing needs. Complete discipline specific admissions assessments, consult with treatment team regarding treatment needs. Create individualized Positive Behavior Support Plans (PBSP's) in conjunction with the treatment team and provides ongoing support. Complete Designated Examiner's Exams as assigned by the court. Monitor individuals practices to ensure that auditing standards are met. Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as assigned. Complete all mandatory trainings as required in SCEIS during birth month. Provide weekend, holiday, evening and hazardous weather coverage as needed and/or assigned. A master's degree in guidance, counseling, the social sciences or a related field and professional experience in a mental health, human service or social service program. Additional Requirements Ability to move freely around the campus to complete duties. Adequate computer skills to complete duties. Weekend coverage and hazardous weather coverage on rotation as assigned A master's degree in a clinical field such as Clinical or Counseling Psychology, Counseling, Mental Health Counseling and/or Social Work Possession of a license in SC as a professional counselor (LPC, CPC-A), OR licensed masters level social worker (LMSW). Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus. Post hire, employee must: Knowledge of psychopathology, assessment and individual/group therapy. Ability to relate well to acute and chronic mentally ill patients in a hospital setting, as well as work collaboratively with members of other professional disciplines. Certification in evidence-based modalities such as EMDR, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, substance abuse specific treatment, etc. 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* 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