Counselor II Columbia Area Mental Health Center

Are you passionate about making a real difference in peoples 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 aCounseling IIwho is motivated to help individuals and families navigate lifes 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 Morris Village Campus Cottage 5 620 Faison Drive Columbia SC 29203.

• Provide group and individual services to promote recovery stabilization and independence to patients based on needs and plan of care.
• Provide direct services as credentialed by the QA guidelines that is reflective of quality patient care and DHHS guidelines.
• Collects organizes and records data and information for patients medical record in accordance with QI guidelines that is reflective of quality patient care and DHHS guidelines.
• Demonstrate recognition of importance of collaboration and teamwork within CSU and CAMHC.
• Comply with the SCDBHDD/OMH and all legal responsibilities and requirements in performing job duties.

• A valid S. C. drivers license.
• Knowledge of community resources and the ability to maintain ongoing communication with other agencies in an effort to identify supportive services for patients and their families.

• A bachelors degree in guidance counseling or the social sciences and professional experience in human services or social services programs.
• One (1) year experience working with adults with mental illness.

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

Post hire employee must:

• Have working knowledge of Mental Health legal principles practices methods of service delivery practices of clinical counseling and education services.
• Have knowledge of psychopathology and patient management in a psychiatric setting.
• Have working knowledge of basic health welfare services provided by other agencies.
• Be able to effectively plan coordinate and manage complex treatment and conduct detailed interviews draw conclusions and recommend required actions.
• Understand this position is considered essential and requires reporting for duty in the event of hazardous weather or emergency situation

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.