Counselor I

Counselor I

Salary

$37,944.00 - $60,690.00 Annually

Location

Chesterfield County, SC

Job Type

FTE - Full-Time

Job Number

192319

Agency

Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities

Division

Tri-County Community Mental Health Center

Opening Date

09/01/2026

Closing Date

10/1/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Class Code:

GA34

Position Number:

60011536

Normal Work Schedule:

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

Pay Grade

GEN06

Hiring Range - Min.

$37,200.00

Hiring Range - Max.

$59,500.00

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
• Benefits
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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 Counselor 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, Tri-County Mental Health Center, 207 Perr Wiley Wy, Chesterfield, SC 29709

As the Intensive Community Treatment Counselor I, you will provide in-home rehabilitative services (RBBHS) under the supervision of the Intensive Community Treatment (ICT)Coordinator and will serve on average, 20-25 patients, with a maximum caseload not to exceed 35 patients at one time to patients of the Tri-County Community Mental Health Center - Marlboro County catchment area.

Responsibilities for the Counselor I:

• Provide quality in-home treatment services for patients who are receiving intensive community treatment (ICT). Render rehabilitative behavioral health services as prescribed by the plane of care.
• Ensure all assigned caseloads and clinical records are in accordance with OMS Quality Assurance (QA) standards.
• Complete and submit weekly case reviews to supervisor.
• Make referrals to Clinical Care Coordination as needed based on patients presenting needs outside of Tri-County Community Mental Health Center.
• Utilize collaborative documentation to facilitate effective and efficient provision of therapeutic services.
• Ability to interpret and apply laws, regulations, policies and procedures.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, or related field.

Additional Comments

• Occasional in-state travel. Minimum overnight travel.

• Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time.

• Must be able to lift up to 20 lbs.

• Must be able to travel between three counties served.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human migrations, ethnicity, cultures and their history and origins.
• Ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
• Ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
• Ability to give full attention to what other people are saying, take time to understand the points being made, ask questions as appropriate, and not interrupt at inappropriate times.
• Ability to actively look for ways to help people.
• Ability to handle complaints, settle disputes, resolve grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiate with others.
• Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Ability to communicate effectively. Knowledge of modern casework and counseling techniques.
• Ability to develop and assess resources within the community to assist the client and family members to become self-sufficient and the family to remain intact.

Additional Comments

Post hire, employee must:

• This position is considered essential. Must be able to work during crisis/disaster emergencies.

• Must have a valid drivers license.

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 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.

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

03

Do you have a bachelors degree in psychology, social work, or related field?

• 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.