About this opportunity
State of South Carolina lists this Mental Health Professional I / Intake / Rock Hill (Catawba) opportunity in cayce, South Carolina. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Salary: $51,039.00 - $59,622.00 Annually
Location : York County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number:
Agency: Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities
Division: Catawba Community Mental Health Center
Opening Date: 09/22/2026
Closing Date: 10/22/ :59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: GA55
Position Number::
Normal Work Schedule:: Other
Pay Grade: GEN08
Hiring Range - Min.: $51,039.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $59,622.00
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education using verifiable dates.
Normal Work Schedule (Other):: Although regular hours are Monday thru Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm, some flexibility may be required to meet program needs.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
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 a Mental Health Professional I / Intake 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, Catawba Community Mental Health Center (CCMHC), 448 Lakeshore Pkwy, Suite 110, NorthLake II, Rock Hill, SC 29730.
As the Mental Health Professional I / Intake, working under the supervision of the Clinic Director, you will provide therapeutic and emergency services to targeted population of patients within the Catawba catchment area. Will ensure frequent interaction with other community agencies and maintain positive professional relationships.
Responsibilities for the Mental Health Professional I / Intake :
Provide medically necessary clinical services, including but not limited to, assessment, individual, family and group therapy and crisis intervention services to a targeted population. Services may be provided in the clinic, in the client's home, or other community setting.
Will directly interact and assess walk-in and triage appointments, ensuring that Center access standards are met.
Responsible for case management services for assigned caseload. These services include referrals, advocacy, interagency staffing, and coordinating care between agencies/service providers as appropriate.
Formulate recovery-based plans of care with person centered goals and objectives. Conduct timely reviews and maintain accurate clinical documentation.
Attend and participate in Treatment Team meetings/staffings, including staffing with medical staff at CCMHC. Pursue continuing education and training. Maintain positive professional relationships with MHC staff, and community agencies, as well as clients and their families. Work to overcome the stigma of mental illness and mental health services by providing education, training, and support services to the community at large.
Minimum and Additional Requirements A Master's degree in guidance, counseling, the social sciences or a related field.
Additional Requirements In order to be credentialed for core services as a Mental Health Professional at the SC Office of Mental Health, applicants must be able to 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 experience. Please be sure to provide specific clinical activities on your application and / or resume.
You must qualify as a Mental Health Professional as defined by SCBHDD/CCMHC QA Standards.
Must be licensed or be eligible for full licensure within 3 years of hire.
Employee must maintain a valid driver's license.
Position is essential and may be called back for disasters/emergencies.
Ability to lift 5 lbs.
Preferred Qualifications Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus.
Additional Comments
Post hire, employees must: Be able to pass CPR and Managing Agitation in the Psychiatric Setting (MAPS) Certification.
Be able to operate a state vehicle.
Be able to work a flexible schedule and know this position in considered essential and may be called back during crises / disasters / emergencies.
Perform all job duties and provide all services and documentation in compliance with CARF, OMH, CCMHC, Quality Assurance, Compliance, HIPAA, Transcultural and Productivity Standards, Policies and Procedures.
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 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
Retirement benefit choices * State Retirement Plan
State Optional Retirement Program
*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. 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 Dept. of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities - Office of Mental Health (OMH) (formerly 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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Did you graduate with at least a Master's Degree in social work, counseling, guidance, or social sciences from an accredited university /college? 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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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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Are you eligible for licensure? Yes
No
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Have you 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? Yes
No
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If you answered Yes to the question above, please provide a statement explaining the facts, name of the professional licensing board or body, any action taken by the board or body and your current status with that board or body.
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Do you have direct patient care experience in a clinical setting, either post-Masters or during your graduate program (i.e., internship or practicum)? If so, please be sure that it is listed in your application and/or resume. Yes
No
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Please indicate your salary requirements (please be specific and not put "negotiable" or "open").
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Please be sure to attach a current resume. Please note that by attaching a resume does not negate completing the work expience in the application. Please indicate your understanding to this statement by checking the box below. Checking this box indicates my understanding to the above referenced statement.
Required Question
Worksite address
cayce, SC, 29033, US
Who can apply
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