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Mental Health Professional I - CAF School Based (Hilton Head / Coastal Empire)
Salary
$51,039.00 Annually
Location
Beaufort County, SC
Job Type
FTE - Full-Time
Job Number
191516
Agency
Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities
Division
Coastal Empire Community Mental Health Center
Opening Date
08/10/2026
Closing Date
9/7/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Residency Requirement
No
Class Code:
GA55
Position Number:
60009957
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:
Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education using verifiable dates.
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 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, Coastal Empire Community Mental Health Center, 151 Dillon Rd, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926, USA.
As the Mental Health Professional, you will perform assessments and crisis interventions for children, their families as well as other direct services (group, family, etc.). Serve as liaison for the Hilton Head schools, DSS and Family Court.
Provide direct clinical services to children, adolescents and their families in the clinic and school setting. Provide assessments and crisis management, as well as individual, group and family therapy as needed. Ensure documentation of all services provided following established guidelines.
Provide consultation/education activities and case management on behalf of our consumers to community agencies as requested, under the supervision of the Clinic Director of the Hilton Head Office.
Participate as indicated in CAF and team staffings with other mental health professionals (school officials, community agencies-DSS, COSY). Attend weekly supervision with supervisor.
Provide consultation and assists in coordination of hospital admissions and placement of children and adolescents. Provides follow-up after discharge.
Participate in school-related activities such as PTOs, classroom presentations, and other extra-curricular-related activities in support of client (student) relations.
Provide limited consultation/educational activities in the community upon request and approval by supervisor.
This position MAY be eligible for SCOMH Student Loan Repayment to cover some of the cost of your outstanding loan(s) balance associated with the completion of a healthcare degree that is relevant to the appliable position.
Submit an up-to-date, detailed resume along with a copy of your transcripts.
Coastal Empire CMHC is an approved site of the National Health Service Corps (NHSC), which offers student loan repayment of up to $50,000.00 to employees of NHSC- approved sites. You must be a US Citizen, you must be licensed to practice independently in the state where you are hired and you must have unpaid government or commercial school loans. There is a two-year service commitment required as well. Confirmation of qualifying for this loan repayment program is the responsibility of every applicant - we cannot guarantee your qualification.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
Preferred Qualifications
Additional Comments
Post hire, employees must:
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. Clickherefor 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.
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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)?
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Are you a graduate of an accredited college/university with a masters degree in guidance, counseling or the social sciences and one (1) year of professional post-masters experience, in a clinical counseling program?
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Are you licensed or licensed eligible in South Carolina?
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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?
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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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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.
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Please indicate your salary requirements (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.