CISM Mental Health Professional (#021268) Victim Services, Columbia (RICHLAND)

Salary: $71,706.00 - $90,372.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 021268
Agency: Department of Corrections
Division: Victims Services
Opening Date: 11/13/2026
Closing Date: 11/30/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: GA56
Position Number:: 021268
Normal Work Schedule:: Other
Pay Grade: GEN09
Hiring Range - Min.: $71,706.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $90,372.00

Job Responsibilities

• Provides direct clinical and peer services to SCDC employees who have experienced trauma.
• Develops, interprets and explains research related to CISM for the agency.
• Maintains HIPAA compliant case management process and assists with the marketing of clinical services available for staff, including conducting presentations.
• Design research projects and directs related activities, including preparing assessments and other specialized instruments to capture data for CISM program related research and publishes/shares findings.
• Participates in CISM group and individual intervention, wellness activities and PCIS events hosted by the division/agency.
• This includes assisting in planning events, conducting training related to the division areas of focus as well as representing the agency/division during activities.
• Provides guidance to administration to assist in policy and development of mental health related CISM standards for the agency, including ensuring confidentiality and other required mental health protections are secure.
• Supports coordination of PCIS (Post Critical Incident Seminar) events and other CISM program training & activities.
• Coordinates services with SC-leap (South Carolina Law Enforcement Assistance Program) and other "first responder" support agencies as needed.

Resume preferred, but not required.
Questions regarding the application process, this job posting or any other postings with the SCDC should be directed to:

Recruiting and Employment Services
(803) 896-1649Employment@doc.sc.gov

Minimum and Additional Requirements

State of South Carolina Minimum 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.
SCDC Minimum Requirements:

• A minimum of a master's degree in a mental health related field and eligible for licensure to practice as an LPC-I/A, LMSW, LMFTA, LPC, LISW, LMFT or LPCS with professional experience in a mental health, human service or social service program.
• Must successfully obtain license within 12 months of hire to sustain employment.

OR

• A minimum of a master's degree in a mental health related field and a license to practice as an LPC-I/A, LMSW, LMFTA, LPC, LISW, LMFT, or LPCS with professional experience.

Must be EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing) certified.

Preferred Qualifications

Two (2) years of experience in a mental health/social service setting and licensed as a LPC, LISW, LPC-S, or LMFT is preferred.
Additional Comments

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.
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.
01

Are you currently an employee of South Carolina Department of Corrections?

• Yes
• No

02

If yes, how long have you been in your current position? (N/A if no)
03

For background check purposes, please give your full date of birth in MM/DD/YY format.
04

How would you describe your level of education?

• High School Diploma or GED
• Some College
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Doctorate Degree
• None of the Above

05

Do you have a master's degree or higher in a mental health related field?

• Yes
• No

06

Please select which licensure applies to you?

• LMSW
• LPC-I/A
• LPC
• LISW
• LPC-S
• LMFT
• LMFTA
• Other

07

If you selected "Other," please provide an explanation. If you did not select "Other," please enter "N/A."
08

If not licensed, are you eligible for licensure and can successfully obtain license within 12 months of hire?

• Yes
• No

09

How much professional experience do you have in a mental health related field?

• Less than a year
• 1 year, less than 2.
• 2 years less than 3.
• 3 years, less than 4.
• 4 years, less than 5.
• 5 years, less than 6.
• 6 years, less than 7.
• 7 years, less than 8.
• 8 years, less than 9.
• 9 years, less than 10.
• 10 or more years
• None.

10

Are you currently EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing) certified?

• Yes
• No

Required Question