Mental Health Professional I (Charleston-Dorchester MHC) School-Based

Mental Health Professional I (Charleston-Dorchester MHC) School-Based

Salary

$51,039.00 - $59,622.00 Annually

Location

Charleston County, SC

Job Type

FTE - Full-Time

Job Number

192848

Agency

Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities

Division

Charleston-Dorchester Mental Health Center

Opening Date

09/17/2026

Closing Date

10/18/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Class Code:

GA55

Position Number:

60021184

Normal Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)

Pay Grade

GEN08

Hiring Range - Min.

$51,039.00

Hiring Range - Max.

$59,622.00

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures:

You must apply on-line at www.careers.sc.gov. Follow the status of your application on-line.

Veteran Preference Statement

South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

• Description
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Job Responsibilities

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 a Mental Health Professional I, who 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, Charleston-Dorchester Mental Health Center, 2100 Charlie Hall Blvd, Charleston, SC 29414.

Responsibilities for the Mental Health Professional I:

• Provide quality person-centered care as demonstrated by the use of evidence-based clinical interventions.
• Provide Family Therapy.
• Provide all form of direct services as credentialed by the Center in an efficient manner as evidenced by meeting the established productivity exception.
• Documentation is reflective of the quality care expected of this position.
• Retain overall responsibility for meeting Quality Assurance standards.
• Ensure timely response to requests for services.
• Attend all trainings classified mandatory in Federal and State regulations and center policy.
• Comply with all OMH/CDMHC/BHDD policies and protocols, and all applicable Quality assurance, corporate compliance and cultural competence, and CARF policies, procedures and regulations and all Federal and State law.
• Demonstrate recognition of importance of collaboration and teamwork within the Center and the community.
• Ensure patient functionality is measured according to established standards.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

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

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to bend, stoop, drive from location to location, lift and file.
• Require a valid SC drivers license and may require some travel for training.
• Follow all established s (BHDDOMH) Behavior Health and Developmental Disabilities policies and procedures.

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctorate degree from an accredited program, university, or college in psychology, social work, counseling, marriage and family counseling or other behavior discipline deemed equivalent by (BHDDOMH)Behavior Health and Developmental Disabilities Office of Mental Health.
• Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus.

Additional Comments

Post hire, employees must:

• Have knowledge of Mental Health legal principles and practices of methods, principles and practices of clinical counseling and psychopathy and patient management in a psychiatric setting.
• Have knowledge of basic health and welfare services provided by other agencies.
• Ability to plan, coordinate and manage complex treatment.
• Ability to exercise discretion in interpreting and apply establish objectives.
• Ability to conduct detailed assessments, draw conclusions and recommend required actions.

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.

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.

01

Have you ever been employed by the SC Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities- Office of Mental Health (OMH) (formally SC Department of Mental Health)?

• Yes
• No

02

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 QUESTIONS WILL DEEM YOUR APPPLCATION AS INCOMPLETE AND IT WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. Please indicate your understanding to this statement by checking the box below.

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Do you have a masters degree from an accredited college/university in guidance, counseling, the social sciences or related field?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have a doctorate degree from an accredited college/university in psychology, social work, counseling, marriage and family counseling or other behavioral discipline deemed equivalent by South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Development Disabilities (BHDD)?

• Yes
• No

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Please indicate your salary requirement (please be specific and not put "negotiable" or "open").

Required Question

Employer State of South Carolina

Agency Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities Address 400 Otarre Parkway

Cayce, South Carolina, 29033

Phone OIDD - (803)898-9600

OMH - (803) 898-8600

The language used in this document does not create an employment contract between the employee and the agency. This document does not create any contractual rights or entitlements. The agency reserves the right to revise the content of this document, in whole or in part. No promises or assurances, whether written or oral, which are contrary to or inconsistent with the terms of this paragraph create any contract of employment.