Certified Peer Support Spc. (#021281) Mental Health Columbia (RICHLAND)

Posting number: 021281

Department: Department of Corrections

Division: Mental Health/Substance Abuse Services

Job classification: Counselor I

Posting type: Open

Categories: Corrections, Mental Health, Social Services, Human Services, Allied Health, Counseling, Social Sciences, Community and Social Services, Rehabilitation Services

• Provide individual & group counseling.
• Conduct program specific lectures.
• Provide case management services.
• Conduct drug testing as required.
• Provide discharge/aftercare planning referral services for successful community reintegration (employment, vocational rehabilitation, housing, etc).
• Assists other peer supports.
• Assist with implementation of treatment plans in collaboration with client to reach desired treatment outcomes and intervention strategies.
• Complete assigned monthly reports.
• Participate in multi-disciplinary treatment team for purposes of program evaluation development & case management consultation.
• Maintain clinical documentation on all clients & all services provided from intake to discharge.
• Ensure clients’ confidentiality & clients' rights are maintained.
• Participate in staff meetings and attend training as required.                          

Position is located at Watkins Mental Health. Must successfully complete four (4) 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:Recruiting and Employment Services

• A high school diploma and relevant human services or social services experience. A bachelor’s degree may be substituted for the required experience.
• A high school diploma or GED and relevant human services or social services experience. A bachelor's degree may be substituted for the required experience.
• Must be credentialed as a certified peer support specialist (CPSS) through Addiction Professionals of South Carolina (APSC).

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.