Internship Probabilistic Risk Assessment Jobs in Columbia, SC

Salary: $51,039.00 - $59,622.00 Annually
Location : Greenwood County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 190655
Agency: Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities
Division: Beckman Center for Mental Health Services
Opening Date: 07/17/2026
Closing Date: 8/17/2026 5:00 PM Eastern
Class Code:: GA55
Position Number:: 60006168
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade: GEN08
Hiring Range - Min.: $51,039.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $59,622.00
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education using verifiable dates.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives? Join our team at the Office of Mental Health where we are dedicated to providing compassionate and accessible care to our community. We are seeking a Mental Health Professional I / MDFT Team 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 with the SC Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) - Office of Mental Health (OMH), Beckman Center for Mental Health Services, 1547 Parkway Greenwood, SC 29646. This position will be based at the Greenwood Mental Health Clinic, with community-based service provision throughout Beckman's catchment area as member of the multidimensional family therapy (MDFT) Team.
Under general supervision, the mental health professional I will provide treatment services to the adult population and/or children, adolescents and their families who have serious mental illness. Multi-dimensional family therapy (MDFT) intensive services will be provided to children and adolescents in the community at risk of out of home placement, due to disruptive behaviors.
Responsibilities for the Mental Health Professional I:

• Provide mental health services in a culturally competent manner to include but not limited to assessments, crisis management, individual therapy, group therapy and family therapy to seriously mentally ill adults and children, adolescents and their families. Formulate plan of care and maintain accurate medical records, ensuring documentation is in compliance with OMH and Beckman Center Quality Assurance Standards.
• Maintain medical records documentation standards in accordance with all Beckman QA, OMH, and CARF policies and procedures.
• Gather and submit outcome data in compliance with all Beckman, QA, OMH, and CARF policies and procedures.
• Ensure caseload standards are met.
• Render emergency/crisis services by providing telephonic and/or face -to-face contact to include screenings, assessments of persons for possible hospitalization.
• Participate as an active member of the clinical team. Attend and engage in supervisory meetings, staffings, treatment team meetings, and administrative meetings. prepare to staff cases that need clinical attention when meeting with treatment team and supervisor.
• Ensure each patient has a level of care (LOC) established and updated quarterly and patient receives treatment at recommended frequency.
• Adhere to Corporate Compliance, Safety, Fire, CARF, HIPPA, and Cultural Competency policies and procedures.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

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

Additional Requirements:

• Valid & current South Carolina driver's license
• Must qualify for credentialing and privileging as a mental health professional and in accordance with Quality Assurance standards and with concurrence by OMH Office of Quality Management.
• To be credentialed for core services as a Mental Health Professional at the SC Office of Mental Health, applicants must provide evidence of clinical experience providing direct patient care. This experience may be documented as a practicum or internship during graduate program, or post-graduate clinical experience. Please be sure to provide specific clinical activities on your application and/or resume.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus.

Additional Comments
Post hire, employees must:

• Have the ability to operate a state vehicle
• Successfully complete managing agitation in the psychiatric setting (MAPS) certification

Position is considered essential and may be called back during crises/disasters/emergencies.
The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including, but not limited, to lactation), 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. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities offers an exceptional benefits package for full time (FTE) employees:

• Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click for additional information.
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available
• Retirement benefit choices *
  • State Retirement Plan
  • State Optional Retirement Program

*Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all FTE employees; please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.
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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Have you ever been employed by the SC Dept. of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities - Office of Mental Health (OMH) (formerly SC Department of Mental Health)?

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If you have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony criminal offense (other than in a Juvenile Court), you MUST list this information (unless you have taken steps to expunge your record.) This includes fraudulent checks, driving under suspension, disorderly conduct, shoplifting, 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 WILL BE grounds for termination, if hired. 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 may be asked to provide that information if selected for employment. If you have questions, please inquire before you complete your application.PLEASE NOTE THAT NOT ANSWERING THIS QUESTION WILL DEEM YOUR APPLICATION AS INCOMPLETE AND IT WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.Please indicate your understanding to this statement by checking the box below.

• Checking this box indicates my understanding to the above referenced statement.

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Did you graduate with at least a master's degree in guidance, counseling, the social sciences, or a related field from an accredited college/university?

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Do you have direct patient care experience in a clinical setting, either post-Masters or during your graduate program (i.e., internship or practicum)? If so, please be sure to include it on your application and resume.

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Do you have experience with electronic health records ?

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Do you have the ability to perform concurrent documentation ?

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Please indicate your salary requirements. Please be specific; do not put "negotiable" or "open."
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