Counselor II - ACT Team / Employment Services ( Beckman )

Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives? Join our team at the SC Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Disabilities (SCDBHDD) where we are dedicated to providing compassionate and accessible care to our community. We are seeking a Counselor II - ACT Team / Employment Services

(Beckman ) who is motivated to help individuals and families navigate life's 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 Beckman Center for Mental Health Services, 1547 Parkway Greenwood, SC, 29646, with service provision in the community and patient's homes throughout Beckman's catchment area.

Responsibilities for the Counselor II - ACT Team / Employment Services (Beckman) :

• Engage patients who receive services from the ACT Team and establish trusting, collaborative relationships directed toward the goal of competitive employment in integrated, community job settings. Complete a vocational assessment that is focused on the patient's strengths, preferences, and on-the-job assessments when appropriate. Conduct job development and job search activities directed toward the positions that are individualized and consistent with the needs and interests of clients on his/her caseload, following the principles and procedures of IPS and supported employment. Provide individualized, time unlimited follow along services to assist patients in sustaining employment. • Manage a caseload of up to 20 patients and maintain medical record documentation standards in accordance with all Center, QA, OMH, and CARF policies and procedures. Complete Collaborative Documentation with the patient and/or caregiver and commits to EMR immediately after the delivery of service whenever possible. • Provide benefits counseling directly as well as connects beneficiaries to experts for more extensive benefits counseling as needed. • Provide interventions, outreach and on the job site support to promote stability and ensure success. Provide consultative services to Employers which may include negotiating job accommodations. • Serve as a consultant and educator to fellow ACT team members on the topic of evidence-based supportive employment, which is the Individual Placement and Supports (IPS) model. Participate as an active member of the Clinical treatment team, engages in supervisory and administrative meetings. • Adhere to Corporate Compliance and Risk Management policies. • Provide psychosocial rehabilitative services (PRS) within the Individual Placement and Support Program. • Adhere to Corporate Compliance, Safety, Fire, CARF, HIPPA, cultural competency policies and procedures, and BHDD and center level policies and procedures. • Complete all annual required trainings to include Safety, MAPS, cultural affairs, and clinical trainings. • A bachelor's degree in guidance, counseling or the social sciences and professional experience in human services or social services programs. Additional Requirements: • At least one year experience working with adults with SMI and at least 6 months providing employment and educational supports. • Ability to lift 5 pounds and operate a state vehicle. • Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus.