Mental Health Professional I /Medical Affairs- Office of Transition Programs (BPH)

Mental Health Professional I /Medical Affairs- Office of Transition Programs (BPH)

Salary

$52,570.00 - $61,275.00 Annually

Location

Richland County, SC

Job Type

FTE - Full-Time

Job Number

194700

Agency

Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities

Division

Greater Bryan Psychiatric Hospital

Opening Date

10/29/2026

Closing Date

11/12/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Class Code:

GA55

Position Number:

60008911

Normal Work Schedule:

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

Pay Grade

GEN08

Hiring Range - Min.

$52,570.00

Hiring Range - Max.

$61,275.00

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.

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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, G. Werber Bryan Psychiatric Hospital, 220 Faison Drive, Columbia SC 29203.

As the Mental Health Professional I, working under the general supervision of the Transition Specialist Program Manager I within the Office of Transition Programs, you will identify and execute activities that result in patient discharge from inpatient settings to integrated community residences and community-based behavioral health services. This position will develop discharge plans, assessing patients, securing residential placements, and linking individuals to community-based providers.

Responsibilities for the Mental Health Professional I:

• Conduct CMHC Initial Clinical Assessments and DLA20s with patients choosing CMHC for outpatient provider to support continuity of services from inpatient to outpatient settings.
• Coordinate and locate community-based residential settings options, based on patients discharge plan.
• Collect data for performance improvement; utilize the Avatar and EMR to document services provided.
• Complete accurate and timely reports (such as Designed Examiner reports) to management as required.
• Coordinate staffing with CMHC regarding program placement for patients when discharged.
• Provide face-to-face and/or video introduction of patient to community providers to include care coordinator and peer support specialist.
• Attend treatment team meetings, discharge committee meetings, patient staffing and discharge planning staffing to provide community-based resources and/or options for discharge planning.
• Identify collect and routinely update an inventory of integrated community-based residences for Transition Team distribution/resource directory; brokers needed community resources/services and developed resources where gaps exist.
• Complete core competency training such as (South Carolina Enterprise Information Systems (SCEIS), MANDT, MAPS, etc.) and other job-related training courses as required or assigned.
• Maintain professional licensure (as applicable) and maintain knowledge of and enforce policies and procedures.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

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

Additional Requirements

• Ability to travel to multiple locations. This position is in the Office of Transition Programs but will work in the community with regular travel to community sites and assigned regional mental health centers such as the Columbia Area Mental Health Center (CMHCs), and Division of Inpatient Services (DIS) hospitals.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, climb, and drive reliably between locations.
• Must be able to lift, transport, and organize physical files.
• Ability to complete MAPS and MANDT de-escalation trainings.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus.
• Six (6) months to one (1) year experience in a clinical program.

Additional Comments

Post Hire, Employee must:

• Must possess ability to access and coordinate interaction between multi-disciplinary staff when needed.
• Must have thorough knowledge of methods, principles and practices of clinical counseling and education services.
• Extensive knowledge of psychopathology and patient management within a psychiatric setting.
• Ability to problem-solve and utilize a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy approach to patient transition.
• Must possess laptop computer skills.
• Ability to utilize web-based database system of reporting, be highly organized.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

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.

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Please check the box(es) if you have ever been employed by the following Offices of SC Dept. of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities

• Office of Mental Health (OMH) (formerly SC Department of Mental Health)
• Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (OIDD) (formerly SC Department of Disabilities and Special Needs)
• Office of Substance Use Services (OSUS) (formerly SC Department of Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Services)
• Does Not Apply

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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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Do you have a master's degree in guidance, counseling, the social sciences or a related field?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have six (6) months to one (1) years experience in a clinical program?

• Yes
• No

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Please indicate your salary requirements (please be specific

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.