988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline - Counselor II (Greenville)

Salary : $45,300.00 - $48,150.00 Annually

Location : Greenville County, SC

Job Type : FTE - Full-Time

Job Number : 182035

Agency : Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities

Opening Date : 11 / 07 / 2025

Closing Date : 12 / 7 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern

Class Code : : GA35

Position Number : : 60021292

Normal Work Schedule : : Monday - Friday (8 : 30 - 5 : 00)

Pay Grade : GEN08

Opening Date : 11 / 07 / 2025

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 Counselor 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 located at the SC Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) - Office of Mental Health, Simpsonville Clinic, 20 Powderhorn Rd Simpsonville, SC 29681.

Responsibilities for the Counselor II :

• Provide a quality response in a culturally competent manner to callers of the 988 Lifeline.
• Identify concerns with mental illness, developmental disabilities and / or substance use and refers to the appropriate resources. Utilize assessment information and community resources to provide information and / or linage and referral to services.
• Knowledgeable of and accountable for documentation expectations.
• Demonstrate recognition of the importance of collaboration and teamwork within the Center and community.
• Operate in an efficient and organized manner.
• Retain overall responsibility for meeting Quality Assurance standards.
• Comply with all OMH / CDMHC policies and protocols, applicable Quality Assurance, Corporate Compliance, Cultural Competence, and CARF policies, procedures and regulations and all Federal and State laws as well as attend all trainings classified as mandatory by Federal and State regulations.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

Additional Requirements

Preferred Qualifications

Additional Comments

Available Shifts :

Tues-Sat : 3 : 00 pm to 11 : 00 pm

Tues-Sat 4 : 00 pm to 12 : 00 pm

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 :

State Retirement Plan

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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.

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

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Please indicate your salary requirements (please be specific and not put "negotiable" or "open").

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