Mental Health Counselor

Salary: $31.00 HourlyLocation : Greenville County, SCJob Type: Temporary - Full-TimeJob Number: 184926Agency: Governor's School for Arts & HumanitiesOpening Date: 02/06/2026Closing Date: 4/23/2026 11:59 PM EasternClass Code:: UZ01Position Number:: 60000000Normal Work Schedule:: OtherPay Grade: UnclassifiedOpening Date: 02/05/2026EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity EmployerAgency Specific Application Procedures:: Interested persons must complete a State Employment Application at Applications will not be accepted after the closing date. Faxed applications will not be accepted.Normal Work Schedule (Other):: This is a 12-Month Temporary Position - Monday through Friday, 1:00 PM - 9:30 PM, Some required weekends. Hours may vary at times based upon client needs.Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions. Job ResponsibilitiesThe South Carolina's Governor's School for the Arts and Humanities is seeking a Mental Health Counselor to join their team! Under limited supervision by the Director of Behavioral Health, this position provides counseling and intervention strategies for the students of the SC Governor's School for the Arts and Humanities. Counsel's students on social, emotional, and mental health issues and concerns. Reviews and interprets data on student discipline, absenteeism, grades, and other matters. Seeks and examines trends to identify students needing additional support and guidance. Recognizes and addresses barriers to access mental health services and associated stigma, including cultural and linguistic impediments. Communicates in a regular and timely manner concerning student incidents, problems, and progress. Coordinates conferences amongst involved parties, as necessary. Advocate, collaborate, and coordinate with school and community stakeholders to ensure that students and their families have access to mental health service. Coordinates and leads drug and alcohol abuse intervention programs. Coordinates and leads eating disorder intervention programs. Seeks and implements intervention strategies for students. Provides regular and timely training to members of the school community, including students, parents, and employees, about student mental health needs and intervention strategies. Makes referrals to outside health providers as appropriate. Participates in and assists with committees, programs, meetings, and activities. Participates in and assists with orientation for students and employees. On-call; available to provide professional service and advice; carries and answers phone in an emergency. Performs other related duties as required. PLEASE DIRECT INQUIRIES TO: LaTomya Doctor Human Resource Director South Carolina Governor's School for the Arts and Humanities 15 University Street, Greenville, SC 29601Phone - (864) 282-3781 I Email - (Please do not email your application) Minimum and Additional Requirements A master's degree and SC Licensure as a professional counselor (LPC) or social worker (LSW). Additional Requirements: Applicant must have knowledge of normal and abnormal behavior adjustment techniques.Knowledge of casework practices and interviewing techniques.Knowledge of legal principles and practices of clinical counseling and educational services.Applicant must be able to hear, speak audibly, walk, and lift up to 50 lbs.Must possess a valid driver's license.Must be able to work variable hours and shifts, including some weekends. Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application will be required to bring a copy of college transcript to the interview. A copy of the transcript may also be uploaded as an attachment to the application, if required by the hiring department or if desired by the applicant. Please note that some areas of the Agency may require an official, certified copy of the transcript prior to hiring or within a specific timeframe required by that area, after hiring. Failure to produce an official, certified transcript may result in not being hired or termination.Preferred QualificationsAdditional CommentsAN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/ AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYERThe SC Governor's School for the Arts & Humanities is an equal employment opportunity agency. We provide affirmative action and equal opportunity 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.Benefits for State EmployeesThe 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 BenefitsEligible 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 BenefitsState 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 BenefitsState 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 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 or reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. I have read and acknowledge the above statement. Yes No 02 Do you have at least a master's degree and SC Licensure as a professional counselor (LPC) or social worker (LSW)? Yes No 03 Do you possess the knowledge of normal and abnormal behavior adjustment techniques, as well as casework practices and interviewing techniques? Yes No 04 Do you possess the knowledge of legal principles and practices of clinical counseling and educational services? Yes No 05 Do you possess a valid Class D driver's license, or if you do not already have one, do you have the ability to obtain a Class D driver's license? Yes No 06 How did you hear about this position? SC State Jobs Website - jobs.sc.gov A current employee A former employee Other (please specify below) 07 If you answered "other" to the question above, please specify where you heard about this position below. Required Question

Created: 2026-04-15