Counselor I - Intensive Community Treatment (ICT) Program (Chesterfield - Tri County)

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 Counselor 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 (DBHDD) - Office of Mental Health, Tri-County Mental Health Center, 207 Perr Wiley Wy, Chesterfield, SC 29709As the Intensive Community Treatment Counselor I, you will provide in-home rehabilitative services (RBBHS) under the supervision of the Intensive Community Treatment (ICT) Coordinator and will serve on average, 20-25 patients, with a maximum caseload not to exceed 35 patients at one time to patients of the Tri-County Community Mental Health Center - Marlboro County catchment area. Responsibilities for the Counselor I:• Provide quality in-home treatment services for patients who are receiving intensive community treatment (ICT). Render rehabilitative behavioral health services as prescribed by the plane of care.

• Ensure all assigned caseloads and clinical records are in accordance with OMS Quality Assurance (QA) standards.

• Complete and submit weekly case reviews to supervisor.

• Make referrals to Clinical Care Coordination as needed based on patient's presenting needs outside of Tri-County Community Mental Health Center.

• Utilize collaborative documentation to facilitate effective and efficient provision of therapeutic services.

• Ability to interpret and apply laws, regulations, policies and procedures.

• A bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, or related field.

Additional Comments

• Occasional in-state travel. Minimum overnight travel.

• Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time.

• Must be able to lift up to 20 lbs.

• Must be able to travel between three counties served.

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

• Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human migrations, ethnicity, cultures and their history and origins.

• Ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.

• Ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).

• Ability to give full attention to what other people are saying, take time to understand the points being made, ask questions as appropriate, and not interrupt at inappropriate times.

• Ability to actively look for ways to help people.

• Ability to handle complaints, settle disputes, resolve grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiate with others.

• Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

• Ability to communicate effectively. Knowledge of modern casework and counseling techniques.

• Ability to develop and assess resources within the community to assist the client and family members to become self-sufficient and the family to remain intact.

Post hire, employee must:• This position is considered essential. Must be able to work during crisis/disaster emergencies.

• Must have a valid driver's license.

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.