Mental Health Professional I (OIDD-Whitten)

Salary: $51,039.00 - $55,539.00 Annually

Location : Laurens County, SC

Job Type: FTE - Full-Time

Job Number: 179494

Agency: Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities

Division: Whitten Regional Center

Opening Date: 08/20/2025

Closing Date: 9/3/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Class Code:: GA55

Position Number:: 60010263

Normal Work Schedule:: Other

Normal Work Schedule (Other):: Position is Monday-Friday (8:30-5:00), with on-call rotation every 4 weeks.

Pay Grade: GEN09

Opening Date: 08/20/2025

EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Online applications must be submitted at You must include ALL current and previous work history and education.

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

Job Responsibilities

This position is being reposted. If you have previously applied, your application is still being considered, and you need not reapply.

About Whitten Regional Center

Whitten Regional Center is an Intermediate Care Facility for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities (ICF/IID) of the South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (BHDD), Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (OIDD) located in Clinton, SC serving residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Job Responsibilities

Under the general supervision of the Mental Health Professional Ill, performs semi-routine or diversified counseling and case management functions for individuals with behavioral and/or emotional mental health issues. Assists in developing and implementing treatment plans. Guides clients in the development of skills or strategies towards achieving and maintaining good mental health.

Provides extra support and counseling to new admissions or consumers' who are exhibiting behavioral outbursts.

Role models, trains and addresses staffs concerns regarding behavior support plans (BSP).

Provides necessary therapeutic and psychological services needed on the weekends bi-weekly. Participates in the on-call rotation.

Assists the Mental Health Professional Il in off-campus positive reinforcement outings. This might include completing trip forms, ordering consumer's funds, and accompanying Mental Health Professional II/III on the scheduled outing.

Performs other duties as required. The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

15 days annual (vacation) leave accrual per year

15 days sick leave per year

13 paid holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance

State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs

Minimum and Additional Requirements

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

Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application will be required to bring a copy of their college transcript to the interview. Please note that an official, certified copy of the transcript will be required within a specific timeframe for candidates selected for hire.

Preferred Qualifications

A master's degree in guidance, counseling, the social sciences or a related field or a bachelor's degree in related social science area and two (2) years relevant work experience.

Knowledge and skills in the design, development, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of Behavior Support Plans; Knowledge and skills in the use of behavior assessment instruments; Ability to relate with all employees and the general public.

Additional Comments

About Our Agency: The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities plans, develops, coordinates, and funds services for South Carolinians with the severe, lifelong disabilities of intellectual disability and related disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury and similar disability.

EEO Statement: The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities 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.

Employment Contingency: Employment is contingent upon our receipt of the following required pre-employment screenings: medical screening - to include a drug screening; background record checks (to include fingerprinting), South Carolina Department of Social Services' Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry screening, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General "List of Excluded Individuals/Entities" screening; South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles Driving Record check; and a review of transcripts verifying educational credentials.We reserve the right to rescind an offer of employment in the event minimum requirements are not met to include positions that require certifications and/or licensure, your application is incomplete or inaccurate, or our review of your background uncovers information, including opinions of previous employers and references, which cause us to conclude, at our sole discretion, that you are not suited for the position.

Immunization: If this position requires the applicant to work directly with consumers of The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, tuberculosis (TB) skin or blood testing must be completed prior to beginning employment. All new employees who are healthcare providers are required to provide documentation of immunity or be immunized against measles, mumps, rubella, pertussis, Varicella and Hepatitis B prior to beginning employment.

State Disaster Plan: In accordance with the State's Disaster Plan, which includes hazardous weather, employees of The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster.

Employee Referral: The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities support a Referral Incentive Reward and a Retention Bonus program. You may contact Human Resources for further information.

Supplemental Questions: 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.

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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If you have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony criminal offense after your 17th birthday, you MUST list this information under "agency-wide question 1 and 2" (unless you have taken steps to expunge your record). This includes fraudulent checks, driving under suspension, disorderly conduct, shoplifting, etc. You may only omit minor traffic violations, such as speeding tickets & seatbelt violations, 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 may be grounds for disqualification or termination. 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 will be asked to provide that information, if selected for employment. If you have questions, please inquire before you complete your application. Please indicate your understanding of this statement in the box below.

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Do you currently or previously work for a SC State Agency? Including, but not limited to OIDD (formerly DDSN) operated Regional Centers such as Midlands, Coastal, Pee Dee, Saleeby and Whitten.

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