MHP I Alliance Community Assistant Myrtle Beach Police Department

Job Responsibilities

With our Agency's mission to support the recovery of people with mental illnesses, we provide a complete array of medical and support services for children, adults, and families throughout South Carolina.

This position MAY be eligible for SCDMH 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.

THIS POSITION IS REPOSTED

* Previous applicants are still under consideration and do not need to reapply*

This position is located at the Myrtle Beach Police Department - 1101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577. The position will be embedded in the Myrtle Beach Police Department. Employee will need to work effectively and efficiently with a flexible work schedule.

Candidate must be a licensed therapist in the state of South Carolina through LLR. Can be LMSW.

Potential employee must have one year of clinical work experience prior to hiring. This can include internship, practicum or previous work experience with clients. Master's degree in guidance, counseling, the social sciences or related field is required for the position.

This position is self-directed and motivated, functioning independently and exercising good clinical judgement.

Under limited supervision provides community based clinical assessments, therapeutic services and referral resources to children, adolescents and families experiencing mental health issues who have interacted with local law enforcement. You will collaborate with law enforcement, fire and rescue department and other community agencies to provide information on available resources to assist persons in need.

Position provides mental health screenings, assessments and crisis intervention to children, adolescents and adults identified by local law enforcement as having mental health concerns. Arranges for appropriate referrals and dispositions for cases requiring a different level of care.

Serve as a liaison with personnel of other agencies to facilitate treatment and coordinate referrals of identified community members.

Position provides other treatment related services and functions within the community policing model that includes riding along with officers in the community, staffing calls to determine next steps, deescalating community members as appropriate, and offering collaborative follow-up practices.

Maintains documentation of charts and other medical records in accordance with State, Federal, SCDMH, WCMH, Quality Assurance, Corporate Compliance and CARF Standards.

Knowledge of methods, principles and practices of clinical and crisis counseling services.

Ability to work collaboratively with law enforcement officials.

Ability to engage key stakeholders and community partners.

Capability to exercise discretion in interpreting and applying establish objectives in crisis situations.

Must be skilled in effective planning, coordination and managing complete assessment and treatment interventions in the community.

Strong communication skills are a must as you must.

Sitting, standing, bending, lifting up to 25 pounds and ability to be in a car for prolonged periods of time are required, as well as some travel.

Will perform other related duties as assigned by the Program Supervisor and WCMH Executive Director.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

MINIMUM AND ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

State Minimum Requirements - Master's degree in guidance, counseling, social sciences or related field. Must have one year of clinical experience. Please attach a copy of your unofficial graduate transcript to this application. Must be a licensed therapist in State of SC through LLR. Can be LMSW. This is to determine if you meet DMH credentialing requirements which include the following graduate coursework:

Psychopathology Course

Psychopathology Diagnostic Course

Clinical Assessment - Practice with Family Therapy (DSM) - we definitely require this course

Ethics Course - related to profession and medical

Agency (Facility) Minimum Requirements - Master's degree in guidance, counseling, social sciences or related field. Must have one year of clinical experience. Please attach a copy of your unofficial graduate transcript to this application. Must be licensed therapist in State of SC through LLR. Can be LMSW. This is to determine if you meet DMH credentialing requirements which include the following graduate coursework:

Psychopathology Course

Psychopathology Diagnostic Course

Clinical Assessment - Practice with Family Therapy (DSM) - we definitely require this course

Ethics Course - related to profession and medical

Note: If any Agency Requirements are listed above, applicants must also meet those requirements to be considered for the position.

If you are licensed, please be sure to attach a copy of your current State of SC Licensure provided by LLR. Licensure will supersede graduate coursework requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish, or another language, are a plus.

Additional Comments

The South Carolina Department of Mental Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Agency. We provide affirmative action and equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex - including the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, national origin, age, religion, or disability.

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

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. Please account for any and all gaps of employment in your application. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of application completion nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.

The South Carolina Department of Mental Health offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

* Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children
* 15 days annual (vacation) leave accrual per year
* 15 days sick leave per year
* 13 paid holidays
* Paid Parental Leave
* State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs