Mental Health Professional / Mobile Crisis

Salary: $51,039.00 - $70,054.00 Annually
Location : Aiken County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 168833
Agency: Department of Mental Health-MHC Aiken-Barnwell
Opening Date: 09/09/2024
Closing Date: 12/13/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: GA55
Position Number:: 60024054
Normal Work Schedule:: Other
Pay Band: Band 5
Hiring Range - Min.: $51,039.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $70,054.00
Opening Date: 09/09/2024
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: You must apply on-line at Follow the status of your application on-line.
Normal Work Schedule (Other):: Normal work hours are 8:30am to 5pm. This position requires 24-7 on-call rotation and may involve responding in person to crises in Aiken and Barnwell Counties.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
With our Agency's mission to support the recovery of people with mental illnesses, we provide a complete array of medical and support services for children, adults, and families throughout South Carolina.

• This position is located at the Aiken-Barnwell Mental Health Center, 1135 Gregg Highway, Aiken, SC 29803.

Job Purpose

• Under general supervision serves on the ACCESS/Mobile Crisis team providing individualized assessment, crisis intervention, referral and brief case management services to individuals who are experiencing a crisis situation and/or seeking mental health treatment. This includes providing rapid and mobile crisis intervention services in cooperation with county first responders to individuals who are best reached in their communities in order to efficiently meet needs for immediate safety/de-escalation and referral to appropriate level of follow-up care. This applies to both regular and after-hours coverage. Coverage area includes but is not limited to: Aiken and Barnwell Counties.

Job Functions

• Provides timely response to crisis calls from patients and law enforcement/EMS arriving on site no later than 60 minutes after the receipt of the call.
• Meets with patients face-to-face or via telemedicine in community settings such as homes, public places or social service agencies; de-escalates intensity of crisis/distress, assesses for and intervenes to reduce risk of harm to self or others, facilitates appropriate follow-up with mental health or community services.
• Coordinates with first responders and community partners to facilitate continuity of care.
• Educate patients on community resources and makes arrangements for immediate disposition regarding transfer and referrals.
• Provides brief individual and/or family intervention to address crisis and develop a safety plan.
• Will follow-up with patients seen as part of mobile crisis to ensure linkage with appropriate resources and kept appointments.
• Mobile crisis may be provided at the clinic, in the community and as
  part of critical incident responses in the community.
• Liaises with community partners to facilitate continuity of care.
• Completes telephonic and face to face triage and provides intake assessment for patients seeking services. This includes but is not limited to: Completing the C-20
  completing the DLA-20, completing the initial clinical assessment, completing releases of information for agencies pertinent to providing mental health services and
  identifying goals for treatment as reflected on the plan of car; scheduling follow-up appointments with the therapist and psychiatrist, scheduling after-care
  appointments and initiating use of care-cards with intakes, aftercare appointments and CCRI contacts.
• Direct Service requirement of 480 hours annually.
• Completes clinical documentation as required using collaborative documentation and according to QA/SCDMH standards.
• Liaises with community partners including but not limited to local housing shelters, inpatient MH providers, emergency rooms and first responders to facilitate continuity of care and communication with ABMHC regarding client status and needs.
• Participates in clinical supervision and treatment team meetings; pursues professional development through collegial consultation and continuing educational activities and professional licensure in SC.
• Complies with Corporate Compliance and Risk Management Plans.
• Performs other duties as needed.

Minimum and Additional Requirements
State Minimum Requirements:

• A Masters' degree in guidance, counseling, or the social sciences.

Agency Minimum Requirements:

• Must qualify for credentialing and privileging as a Mental Health Professional and in accordance with Quality Assurance standards and with concurrency by DMH Office of Quality Management.

Preferred Qualifications
Agency (Facility) Preferences:

• One (1) year of post-graduate experience providing counseling/treatment.
• Licensed or working to obtain licensure in SC within six (6) months.
• Eligible to become a notary in the State of South Carolina.
• Must qualify for credentialing and privileging as a Mental Health Professional and in accordance with Quality Assurance standards and with concurrency by DMH Office of Quality Management.
• Practical therapeutic knowledge of principles, methods, and counseling practices and procedures for the diagnosis and treatment of behavioral and mental disorders.
• Ability to listen and understand and communicate information and ideas so that others will understand.
• Knowledge of psychopathology, family dynamics, family and group psychotherapy.
• Ability to identify and effectively utilize resources available in the community to accomplish objectives.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals, families and representatives of other professional disciplines.
• Ability to present clear and comprehensive oral and written reports.
• Employee will be provided routine scheduled supervision by supervisor and participate in monthly consultation groups.
• Additional supervision provided by psychiatrist via interdisciplinary staffing meetings.
• Provide crisis services to assigned region; requires frequent travel in the assigned region & occasional in-state travel.
• Will meet with patients in community with Law Enforcement/EMS or unaccompanied if the contact is to occur in a secure environment.
• Position also requires on-call coverage after hours.
• Employee's activities are governed by ABMHC and SCDMH policy and procedure.
• Ability to lift 5 pounds and drive a state vehicle.
• This position is considered essential and may be called back during crises/disasters/emergencies.
• Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus.

Additional Comments
Note: If any Agency/Internal Requirements are listed above, applicants must also meet those requirements to be considered for the position.
The South Carolina Department of Mental Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Agency. We provide affirmative action and equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex - including the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, national origin, age, religion, or disability.
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
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. Please account for any and all gaps of employment in your application. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of application completion nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
The South Carolina Department of Mental Health offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

• Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave accrual per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs

ABMHC invites you to share our vision and passion for serving others!!!

• Take this opportunity to be part of a multi-disciplinary team that makes a difference in the lives of others.
• Gain valuable on the job training, expertise and skills in evidence-based treatment, problem solving, communication and networking.
• Be part of an innovative and diverse workforce of dedicated public mental health leaders.
• Receive personalized coaching from a licensed and experienced clinician, with the opportunity for clinical supervision for licensure.
• Opportunity for enhanced clinical training through conferences, consultation groups, and trainings on EBPs (Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, Substance Use Disorders, EMDR).

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. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
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Have you ever been employed by the SC Department of Mental Health?

• Yes
• No

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If you have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony criminal offense (other than in a Juvenile Court), you MUST list this information (unless you have taken steps to expunge your record.) This includes fraudulent checks, driving under suspension, disorderly conduct, shoplifting, etc. *Please note that conviction of a criminal offense does not bar you from employment in all cases; each conviction is evaluated individually. However, failure to list convictions is considered falsification of the application and WILL BE grounds for termination, if hired. It is your responsibility to know what is on your criminal record. If you have charges on your record that appear without a court disposition (result) you may be asked to provide that information if selected for employment. If you have questions, please inquire before you complete your application.PLEASE NOTE THAT NOT ANSWERING THIS QUESTION WILL DEEM YOUR APPLICATION AS INCOMPLETE AND IT WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.Please indicate your understanding to this statement by checking the box below.

• Checking this box indicates my understanding to the above referenced statement.

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Have you ever held a permanent (full-time equivalent) position with a SC state agency and/or been an employee of a SC school district?

• Yes
• No

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How did you hear about our vacancy?

• SC State jobs portal/careers.sc.gov
• Simply Hired
• Indeed
• College Career Services Center
• Friend/Relative
• Referral from current DMH Employee
• Other (commercials, billboards, emails, ads, etc.) - Please specify.

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If you answered "Referral from current DMH Employee" for question 4, please list name below:
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Please indicate your salary requirements (please be specific and not put "negotiable" or "open").
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Do you have a Master's degree in social work, counseling, guidance, or the social sciences from an accredited university or college?

• Yes
• No

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Did you take the following courses in graduate school? Ethics, Psychopathology, Psychodiagnostics and Assessment.

• Yes
• No

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Please select all of the courses that you completed in graduate school.

• Ethics
• Psychopathology
• Psychodiagnostics
• Assessment
• None of the above courses have been completed.

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How many years of post-graduate clinical experience do you possess?
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Do you possess any special certifications? If so, what type?
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What evidence-based practice are you proficient in using?
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Have you ever been denied a professional license, or had a professional license revoked or limited by, and/or had any discipline or sanction imposed on you or your practice by a professional licensing board or body? If yes, provide a statement explaining the facts, name of the professional licensing board or body, any action taken by that board or body, and your current status with that board or body.
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Are you eligible for licensure?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have a license - LISW-CP, LISW, LMSW, LPC, etc.? If so, what state are you licensed in and how long have you been licensed?
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If you are not currently licensed, have you completed all coursework required for the licensure according to SC LLR?

• Yes
• No

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If you are not currently licensed, have you taken and passed the licensure exam? If not, when do you plan to take the exam?
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If you are licensed in another state have you consulted with the South Carolina Labor and Licensing Board to see if you are eligible for licensure in South Carolina? Please specify current state licensed in.
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How many years of experience do you possess post-licensure?
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Do you possess a valid Driver's License and good driving record?

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• No

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Do you have experience with electronic health/ medical records?

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• No

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