Social Worker III (WSHPI)



Job Details

Social Worker III (WSHPI)
Employer

State of South Carolina

Salary

$32,838.00 - $60,760.00 Annually

Job Type

FTE - Full-Time

Job Number

72712

Department

Department of Mental Health-Inpatient Services-Psychiatric Hospitals/Programs and Nursing Homes

Opening Date

12/31/2017

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Exempt

Bargaining Unit

n/a

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Job Responsibilities

The Department of Mental Health is a drug-free workplace. All candidates will be required to pass a mandatory pre-employment drug test.
 
This position is located within the Division of Inpatient Services and worked on the William S. Hall at G. Werber Bryan Campus, 220 Faison Drive

Under limited supervision provide comprehensive psychiatric social assessments, treatment interventions/planning and discharge planning for youths in Lodges C&D.  Provides inpatient treatment and recovery services for children adn adolescents ages 4-17 years of age who are experiencing mental illness/substance use.  Additionally, provides case management coordination, individual, group, family treatment and educational support groups.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

State Requirement: A bachelor's degree in a social work or social welfare program accredited by the Council on accredited institution, plus experience as a professional social worker.

Agency Requirement: A master's degree and one (1) year of experience from a Social Work Program accredited by the council of Social Work Education. Licensed by the SC Board of Social Work Examiners as a LMSW or LISW.

Note: If any Agency Requirements are listed above, applicants must also meet those requirements to be considered for the position. Salary may vary depending on experience and qualifications.
 

Additional Comments

Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume may be attached, but not substituted for completing work history and education sections of the employment application. The employment application will be considered incomplete and not forwarded.

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Benefits for State Employees

State Employees may be eligible for a variety of benefits associated with their employment. From a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, to generous annual and sick leave policies, to a solid and secure retirement system, the State of South Carolina offers a competitive benefits program for state employees. To learn more about the benefits of state employment, please explore the links below:

Healthcare Benefits
The State offers its employees comprehensive health insurance, along with a variety of supplemental insurance programs including dental, vision, life, long-term disability, and health savings accounts. South Carolina has long been committed to providing its employees the best insurance benefits at the greatest possible value. We've maintained that commitment, too, even in the face of healthcare costs that continue to soar.


Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered a generous retirement program with options that can be tailored to meet employees' needs. South Carolina offers a traditional pension program, as well as deferred compensation options that give employees more control over their retirement investments. These programs are designed to help provide state employees secure retirement alternatives that will best meet their needs.

Workplace Benefits
In addition, state employees may be eligible for other benefits, such as tuition assistance; holidays, annual leave, and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and
more. Check out the link above to see a summary of the other benefits that are available to state employees.

Note: The above benefits 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 based on the benefits associated with each position. For these positions, please contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available for the particular position.

Updated

01
Are you willing to work at G. Werber Bryan Psychiatric Hospital, William S. Hall Child and Adolescent Services which serves children and adolescents with Psychiatric/Substance related and Addictive Disorders?
  • Yes
  • No
02
Are you willing to take a mandatory pre-employment drug test?
  • Yes
  • No
03
Are you on the Registry of Convicted Sex Offenders?
  • Yes
  • No
04
If you answered yes to being on the Registry of Convicted Sex Offenders, please explain.
05
Do you have a conviction or pending violation other than a minor traffic violation (to include fraudulent check, DUI)?
  • Yes
  • No
06
If you answered yes to the above question, please give offense, date and disposition.
07
Do you have a master's degree in a social work or social welfare program accredited by the Council on accredited institution, plus experience as a professional social worker?
  • Yes
  • No
08
Do you have at least one year of experience with a substance use population?
  • Yes
  • No
09
Are you a licensed as a LMSW or LISW by the SC Board of Social Work Examiners?
  • Yes
  • No
10
Are you able to work with limited supervision?
  • Yes
  • No
11
Do you have experience in conducting assessments, treatment services/planning and discharge planning in an inpatient setting?
  • Yes
  • No
12
Explain your experience in conducting assessments, treatment services/planning and discharge planning.
13
Do you have the ability to effectively and independently plan and organize work activities?
  • Yes
  • No
14
Do you have knowledge and experience in a psychiatric environment with children, adolescents and their families?
  • Yes
  • No
15
Do you have knowledge of community resources throughout the state to include Mental Health and Advocacy Agencies?
  • Yes
  • No
16
For the Department of Mental Health, have you ever been denied a professional license, or had a professional license revoked or limited by, and/or had any discipline or sanction imposed on you or your practice by a professional licensing board or body?
  • Yes
  • No
17
If you answered yes to the question above, please provide a statement explaining the events that took place, the name of the professional licensing board or body, any action taken by the board or body, and your current status with the board or body.
18
Are you currently employed or ever worked for the State of South Carolina, to include the SCDMH?
  • Yes
  • No
19
If you are currently employed or ever worked for the State of South Carolina (including SCDMH), please list the agency/facility you were employed at and the dates of employment.
20
Have you reviewed the work history section of your application to ensure that there are no visible gaps of employment on your application?
  • Yes
  • No
21
Do you understand that Supplemental Questions are considered a part of your official application; any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment? All current and previous work history and education must be up to date at the time your application is submitted. Please note that a resume will not be accepted in place of your application's work history section nor will it be reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
  • Yes
  • No

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Employer
State of South Carolina
Address
O'Fallon Sta Dr
O'Fallon
O' Fallon, Missouri, 63366
Phone
(803) 896-5300
(803) 896-5308

The language used in this document does not create an employment contract between the employee and the agency. This document does not create any contractual rights or entitlements. The agency reserves the right to revise the content of this document, in whole or in part. No promises or assurances, whether written or oral, which are contrary to or inconsistent with the terms of this paragraph create any contract of employment.

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