Direct Support Professional I / Peer Support Specialist / CN802

State of South Carolina
US - South Carolina - Rock Hill
January 21, 2025

Salary: $23,253. 00 - $43,026. 00 Annually

Location : York County, SC

Job Type: FTE - Full-Time

Job Number: 162794

Agency: Department of Mental Health-MHC Catawba

Opening Date: 07/01/2024

Closing Date: 1/31/2025 5:00 PM Eastern

Class Code:: EC52

Position Number:: 60005915

Normal Work Schedule:: Other

Pay Band: Band 2

Opening Date: 03/13/2024

EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures:: You must apply on-line at careers. sc. gov. Follow the status of your application on-line.

Normal Work Schedule (Other):: Although regular hours are Monday thru Friday, 8:30-5:00, some flexibility may be required to meet program needs.

Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Job ResponsibilitiesWith our Agency's mission to support the recovery of people with mental illnesses, we provide a complete array of medical and support services for children, adults, and families throughout South Carolina.

This position is located at the Department of Mental Health, Catawba Community Mental Health Center (CCMHC), York Adult Clinic, 205 Piedmont Blvd, Rock Hill, SC 29732.

Under the direct supervision of assigned Mental Health Professional, Peer Support Specialist guides patients toward the identification & achievement of specific goals defined by the patient and specified in the individual plan of care.

Responsibilities for this Position Title include but are not limited to:

Peer Support Specialist serves as an active member of the patient's treatment team. Advocates for services requested by the patient. PSS will cultivate the patient's ability to make informed, independent choices, to set goals, and assist the patient in gaining information and support from the community. Plans activities with the patient that lead to improved self-concepts through empowerment and self determination opportunities. Teaches and models the importance of medication adherence, effective communication with doctors and other caregivers.
Provides support and encouragement to both the patient and their family members, when it is the choice of the patient to do so.
Offers patients hope of recovery from mental illness by sharing their own recovery stories and by teaching patients how to tell their own recovery stories effectively. Uses their unique recovery experience to model the value of every individual's recovery experience and to teach effective coping techniques and self-help strategies.
Will participate in training to enhance knowledge of best practice. PSS will work with supervising MHP in the creation of an annual report to be submitted to SCDMH for DHHS within 60 days of the end of the fiscal year.

Minimum and Additional RequirementsState Minimum Requirements:
High school diploma or GED.

Agency (Facility) Minimum Requirements:
Must be a current or former consumer of mental health services.

Note:If any Agency Requirements are listed above, applicants must also meet those requirements to be considered for the position.
Preferred Qualifications

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

Employee must maintain a valid driver's license.

The South Carolina Department of Mental Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Agency. We provide affirmative action and equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex - including the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, national origin, age, religion, or disability.

South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

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. Please account for any and all gaps of employment in your application. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of application completion nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.

The South Carolina Department of Mental Health offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children
15 days annual (vacation) leave accrual per year
15 days sick leave per year
13 paid holidays
Paid Parental Leave
State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs

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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Direct Support Professional I / Peer Support Specialist / CN802

Direct Support Professional I / Peer Support Specialist / CN802

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