Mental Health Professional III/ BPH Adult Civil- Adult Clinical Treatment Services

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 III/ BPH Adult Civil- 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, we encourage you to apply.

This position is located at the SC Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (BHDD)- Office of Mental Health, G. Werber Bryan Psychiatric Hospital, 220 Faison Drive, Columbia SC 29203.

As the Mental Health Professional III/ BPH Adult Civil- Adult Clinical Treatment Services, Under limited supervision of the Program Manager I /ACTS Lead, conducts functional analysis/assessment and implements applied behavior analysis principles for patients residing in an inpatient psychiatric hospital who are diagnosed with severe and persistent mental illness and co-occurring intellectual disabilities and/or developmental delays. May supervise associate behavior analysts/mental health professional I & II and supervise the implementation and documentation of behavior intervention plans. Requires flexibility to support patients enrolled in any G. Werber Bryan Psychiatric Hospital facility .

Responsibilities for the Mental Health Professional III/ BPH Adult Civil- Adult Clinical Treatment Services, include:• Conducts comprehensive functional screening and assessment to determine maladaptive behaviors and to identify appropriate therapeutic interventions.

• Leads the development and implementation of behavior intervention plans and monitors their effectiveness through regular fidelity checks.

• Recommends necessary modifications based on data and patient progress.

• Develops measurable goals and interventions as part of the individualized treatment planning process for patients.

• Provides ongoing education and training to multidisciplinary treatment teams on behavior analysis.

• Maintains independent licensure and/or BCBA certification and adheres to licensing board and/or BACB ethical guidelines and principles.

• Attends staff meetings and serves on committees as assigned.

• Completes all required trainings and complies with all relevant laws and regulations (SCEIS during birth month).

• Provides weekend, holiday, evening and hazardous weather coverage as needed/assigned. Work schedule: MON-FRI, 8:30a-5p

• Other duties as 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 Agency preference: Independently licensed in the helping professions (LPC, LMFT, LAC, LISW-CP) and/or Current Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification in good standing with the Behavior Analyst Certification Board.

Additional Requirements:• Ability to bend, stoop, climb, drive from location to location, lift and file, and perform duties in multiple settings.

• Able to work with diverse populations across the lifespan; familiarity with stages of development; ability to move freely between patient units as necessary; computer knowledge and skills sufficient to fulfill job duties efficiently. Ability to function independently at a high level and manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Ability to lift 50 pounds. Ability to work weekends if needed and during hazardous weather.

• Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus.

Post hire, employees must have: • Advanced knowledge and experience in assessing and treating adults living with serious mental illnesses through all stages of recovery.

• The ability to supervise staff of varying backgrounds, training, and experience and experience in mental health settings.

• The ability to lead a team of professionals to accomplish program goals.

• Experience in data-based planning, evaluation, and decision making.

• The ability to demonstrate exceptional communication skills both oral and written.

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.