Mental Health Professional I (BPH/Hall C&A)

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 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 Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) - Office of Mental Health, G. Werber Bryan Psychiatric Hospital/WSHPI C&A, 220 Faison Drive, Columbia SC 29203.

As the Mental Health Professional I, working under the general supervision of the Counselor Supervisor, provide psychoeducational and therapeutic services to child and adolescent psychiatric inpatient population between the ages of 4 -17 years old. Will document services provided in the Electronic Health Record in compliance with the BHDD and BPH/Hall Child & Adolescent Division policies and procedures. Will provide services on days, evenings, weekends, and holiday shifts as well as during hazardous weather conditions.

Responsibilities for the Mental Health Professional I:• Provide active treatment by conducting psychoeducational and therapeutic groups as assigned to patients to assist in developing improved coping and social skills and ability to appropriately express emotions, problem solving, and conflict resolution, etc.

• Provide de-escalation and crisis counseling interventions to patients utilizing appropriate evidence-based techniques.

• Participate in treatment plans by providing feedback to treatment team members and documenting progress or lack of progress related to services provided in the Electronic Health Record (EHR). Ensures that documentation is in compliance with documentation standards as well in compliance with BHDD and BPH/Hall Child & Adolescent policies and procedures. Monitors individuals' practices to ensure auditing standards are met.

• Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as assigned.

• Complete all trainings as required (SCEIS during birth month) and attends all mandatory trainings as required. Adhere to all policy and procedures including but not limited to Corporate Compliance, HIPPA, Time and Attendance policies and Harassment-Free Workplace.

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 appliable position.

• A master’s degree in guidance, counseling, the social sciences or a related field.

Additional Requirements:• Have the ability to lift up to fifty (50) pounds; ability to stand, walk, reach, pull, push, stoop, and bend.

• Have the ability to build therapeutic alliance with patients and work with diverse patients.

• Be flexible and willing to work with all genders and populations at BPH Civil, Child & Adolescent, and Forensics.

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

Post hire, employee must:• Have knowledge of psychopathology and de-escalation techniques as well as crisis and group counseling.

• Have the ability to relate well to acutely and behaviorally challenged patients in a hospital setting.
• Have the ability to work collaboratively with members of other professional disciplines.
• Have the ability to demonstrate appropriate and professional boundaries with patients and staff.

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. 60008293