What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mental Health Professional II #217 (Deflection and Diversion) position at State of South Carolina?
This position is located at Department of Mental Health/Columbia Area Mental Health Center, Deflection and Diversion Team (DDT), CAMHC #217.
Completes competency pre-screening consultations with attorneys, as assigned. Works collaboratively with the legal office, Forensics, and the community mental health centers to develop diversion recommendations where appropriate. Provides education to all relevant stakeholders regarding the forensic process and available pathways to treatment, supporting the least restrictive means of care. Provides consultation to the jail and the MHC/ support case management for cases identified by the Forensic Manager. Monitors all individuals awaiting forensic admission and provide updates to the center director, forensic and leagl teams. Refers and advocates for services to support psychiatric and medical stability. As directed by forensic supervisor, completes pre-restoration competency screenings on individuals on the waitlist who may have improved and may be competent.
Participates in weekly staffing meetings as assigned by the Forensic Manager and in at least monthly supervision with the center director.
Supports implementation of medication over objection protocols through ongoing education of relevant parties.
May serve as MHP I in assisting in the provision of competency restoration treatment, as assigned by Forensic Manager by providing patient education, individual and group counseling related to either competency restoration or re-entry into the community. As assigned by Forensic Manager, helps to facilitate forensic evaluations with defendants who do not consent to be transported or have poor participation in the evaluation process. Supports release/discharge planning to expedite return to the community. Assists care cordinator in identifying documents and other verifications necessary to establish a financial platform.
Completes and maintains all required documentation and training to include but not limited to CBT.
State Requirements: A master's degree in guidance, counseling, the social sciences or a related field and professional experience in a mental health, human service or social service program.
CAMHC Prefers: A master's degree in guidance, counseling or the social sciences and two (2) years of experience working in criminal justice/forensic setting. Licensure preferred; licensure supervision available.Supplemental questions are considered part of the application. Please complete the state application to include supplemental questions, all current and previous work history and education. A resume may be attached, but not substituted for completing the work history and education sections of the employment application. Incomplete applications will not be referred to the hiring supervisor.
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