Mental Health Professional II / ACT Team Lead (Catawba)

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 an Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Team Lead 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, Catawba Community Mental Health Center, 205 Piedmont Blvd, Rock Hill, SC 29732. As the Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Team Lead for the center, you will lead and supervise the ACT Team providing evidence based services in an intensive non-residential treatment and rehabilitative services in accordance with the fidelity model. This is a single fixed point of responsibility for treatment, rehabilitation, and support needs for patients with Serious Mental Illness (SMI) who require higher levels of community care and have not been well supported in lower-level care options. Responsibilities For This Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Team Lead Oversee the administrative operations of the team. Provide clinical oversight of services ensuring patients are seen in accordance with their needs and the delivery of best and ethical practices. Provide direct services to ACT service beneficiaries. Ensure services are documented in accordance with Office of Mental Health / Quality Assurance requirements. Provide direct supervision to ACT team members to include but not limited to: facilitating clinical supervision meetings, treatment team meetings, coordinating training for team and completing evaluations. Ensure a department commitment to cultural affairs and ensure all direct reports have a cultural affairs component to his or her planning document as a measurable objective. Comply with Corporate Compliance Policy and Risk Management Plan and ensure timely completion of prior authorizations. Pursue professional development through collegial consultation, continuing education and licensure. Minimum And Additional Requirements A masters’ degree in guidance, counseling or the social sciences or a related field and professional experience in a mental health, human services or social service program. Licensure as a Psychologist, LISW-CP, LPC or LMFT. Three (3) years of experience working with adults diagnosed with serious and persistent mental illness and a minimum of two (2) years post graduate experience. Additional Requirements Ability to lift five (5) pounds. To be credentialed for core services as a Mental Health Professional at the SC Office of Mental Health, 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. Preferred Qualifications Supervisory experience. Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus. Post Hire, Employee Must Be able to operate a state vehicle. Be able to work a flexible schedule and know this position is considered essential and may be called back during crises/disasters/emergencies. Be able to deliver services in the community and patients' homes. Perform all job duties and provide all services and documentation in compliance with CARF, OMH, CCMHC, Quality Assurance, Compliance, HIPAA, Transcultural and Productivity Standards, Polices and Procedures. Have practical therapeutic knowledge of principles, methods and counseling practices and procedures for the diagnosis and treatment of serious and persistent mental illness. Have the ability to listen and understand and communicate information and ideas so that others will understand. Have knowledge of psychopathology, family dynamics, family, and group psychotherapy. Have the ability to identify and effectively utilize resources available in the community to accomplish objectives and have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals, families, and representatives of other professional disciplines. Have the ability to present clear and comprehensive oral and written reports and organize and manage time. 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. Benefits For State Employees 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. 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