Psychiatrist / On-site (Catawba)

Job Responsibilities

This position is located at the SC Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) - Office of Mental Health, Catawba Community Mental Health Center (CCMHC), 205 Piedmont Blvd, Suite 100, Rock Hill, SC 29730

The Office of Mental Health’s mission is 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.

As the Psychiatrist, working under limited supervision of the Catawba Community Mental Health Center (CCMHC) Medical director, you will provide psychiatric services to the center's patients, perform professional duties requiring analysis of broad spectrum of medically related problems. Plan various interrelated medical activities within the facility. Responsible for medically related administrative functions in the clinic.

Responsibilities for this Psychiatrist:

• Evaluate the need for, plan and provide psychiatric treatment for outpatient and emergency services for the patients of the CCMHC during normal work week.
• Consult and collaborate with staff (case managers and therapists) in formal (SPD, treatment teams), as well as informal settings.
• Assist Medical Director and Executive Director in assuring that clinical staff receive appropriate clinical supervision.
• Assist with staff training and acts as a community liaison with the local medical community.
• Meet with appropriate clinical supervisor(s) to review clinical and administrative needs of the clinic.
• Provide supervision and guidance to Nurse Practitioner as needed.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

• Licensed to practice medicine in SC. Completion of full residency (4 years) in psychiatry.
• Three (3) years' experience in a psychiatric program, two (2) of which must have been in Community Mental Health Services.

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to lift five (5) pounds.
• In order to be credentialed for core services as a Mental Health Professional at the SC Office of Mental Health, you must provide evidence of clinical experience providing direct patient care. This experience may be documented as a practicum or internship during graduate program, or post-graduate clinical experience. Please be sure to provide specific clinical activities on your application and/or resume.

Preferred Qualifications

• Board Certification in Psychiatry.
• Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus.

Additional Comments

Post Hire, must be able to:

• Be able to pass CPR and Managing Agitation in the Psychiatric Setting (MAPS) Certification.
• Know this position is considered essential and may be called back during crises / disasters/ emergencies.
• Perform all job duties and provide all services and documentation in compliance with CARF, OMH, CCMHC, Quality Assurance, Compliance, HIPAA, Transcultural and Productivity Standards, Policies and Procedures.

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. 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.