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Mental Health Officer (#013583) Broad River CI, Columbia (RICHLAND) Level 3
Job Responsibilities
Under general supervision of a Qualified Mental Health Professional,
- Performs counseling and supportive services for mentally ill inmates consisting of social skills groups, reviewing treatment plans, recreational activities, developing and implementing re-entry assessment goals.
- Establish a supportive, motivational, and therapeutic relationship within the parameters of a correctional environment.
- Plans, organize and lead structured programs including individual and group therapeutic services.
- Provides focus intervention in collaboration with SCDC clinical and custody staff to enhance skills and effective management of inmates.
- Assists with custody related duties such as transportation, supervision of recreation and suicide watch.
- Attend divisional meetings and staff training as required.
**Schedule subject to fluctuate to include after hours and on-site weekend/holiday coverage. **
This position is at RMHU.
Must successfully complete eight (8) weeks of SCDC Basic Training upon hire.
Questions regarding the application process, this job posting or any other postings with the SCDC should be directed to:
Minimum and Additional Requirements
State of South Carolina minimum requirements:
A high school diploma and relevant experience. A bachelor's degree in a related field may substitute for the required experience.
SCDC minimum requirements:
A bachelor's degree in a human services or criminal justice field.
Additional Comments
The South Carolina Department of Corrections is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), 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 be determined if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
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 be determined if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
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