Clinician Jobs in South Carolina
Clinician jobs in South Carolina draw consistent demand across behavioral health, primary care, and hospital-based settings, with openings at every level from entry-level case management to senior licensed practice. The heaviest hiring activity is in Columbia, Greenville, and Charleston, where major health systems like MUSC Health, Prisma Health, and Palmetto Health anchor the market. The most in-demand specialties right now are behavioral and mental health, substance use treatment, and community health. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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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 Adult Clinician 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, Charleston Dorchester Mental Health Center, 2100 Charlie Hall Blvd Charleston, SC 29414.
Under limited supervision the Adult Clinician, will provide mental health counseling and case management services to adult patients open to the Charleston Dorchester Mental Health Center. Services to be provided in the clinics and community settings.Responsibilities for the Adult Clinician:
- Provide quality person-centered care as demonstrated by the use of evidenced-based clinical interventions.
- Provide all forms of direct services as credentialed by the Center in an efficient manner as evidenced by meeting the established productivity expectation.
- Documentation is reflective of the quality care expected of this position.
- Demonstrate recognition of importance of collaboration and teamwork within the Center and the community.
- Ensure patient functionality is measured according to established standards.
- Retain overall responsibility for meeting QA standards.
- Ensure timely response to request for services.
- Attend all trainings classified mandatory by Federal and State regulations and Center policy. Comply with all BHDD/OMH/CDMHC polices and protocols, applicable Quality Assurance, Corporate Compliance and Cultural Competence, and CARF policies and procedures and regulations and all Federal and State laws.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
- A master’s degree in guidance, counseling, the social sciences or a related field.
- In order 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.
This position requires the ability to bend, stoop, climb, drive from location to location, and lift up to 5 pounds.
- The employee is required to have a serviceable personal vehicle and a valid SC driver's license
Preferred Qualifications
A Master’s or Doctorate degree from an accredited program, university, or college in psychology, social work, counseling, marriage and family counseling or other behavioral discipline deemed equivalent by BHDD.
- Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus.
Additional Comments
Post hire, employees must:
- Have working knowledge of Mental Health legal principles and practices, of methods, principles and practices of clinical counseling and educational services.
- Have considerable knowledge of psychopathology and patient management in psychiatric settings.
- Have working knowledge of basic health and welfare services provided by other agencies.
- Be able to effectively plan, coordinate and manage complex treatment and to the ability to conduct detailed investigations, draw conclusions and recommend required actions.
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 here 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 (S.C. Deferred Compensation)
- Retirement benefit choices *
- State Retirement Plan (SCRS)
- State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)
- 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.
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 Adult Clinician 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, Charleston Dorchester Mental Health Center, 2100 Charlie Hall Blvd Charleston, SC 29414.
Under limited supervision the Adult Clinician, will provide mental health counseling and case management services to adult patients open to the Charleston Dorchester Mental Health Center. Services to be provided in the clinics and community settings.Responsibilities for the Adult Clinician:
- Provide quality person-centered care as demonstrated by the use of evidenced-based clinical interventions.
- Provide all forms of direct services as credentialed by the Center in an efficient manner as evidenced by meeting the established productivity expectation.
- Documentation is reflective of the quality care expected of this position.
- Demonstrate recognition of importance of collaboration and teamwork within the Center and the community.
- Ensure patient functionality is measured according to established standards.
- Retain overall responsibility for meeting QA standards.
- Ensure timely response to request for services.
- Attend all trainings classified mandatory by Federal and State regulations and Center policy. Comply with all BHDD/OMH/CDMHC polices and protocols, applicable Quality Assurance, Corporate Compliance and Cultural Competence, and CARF policies and procedures and regulations and all Federal and State laws.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
- A master’s degree in guidance, counseling, the social sciences or a related field.
- In order 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.
This position requires the ability to bend, stoop, climb, drive from location to location, and lift up to 5 pounds.
- The employee is required to have a serviceable personal vehicle and a valid SC driver's license
Preferred Qualifications
A Master’s or Doctorate degree from an accredited program, university, or college in psychology, social work, counseling, marriage and family counseling or other behavioral discipline deemed equivalent by BHDD.
- Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus.
Additional Comments
Post hire, employees must:
- Have working knowledge of Mental Health legal principles and practices, of methods, principles and practices of clinical counseling and educational services.
- Have considerable knowledge of psychopathology and patient management in psychiatric settings.
- Have working knowledge of basic health and welfare services provided by other agencies.
- Be able to effectively plan, coordinate and manage complex treatment and to the ability to conduct detailed investigations, draw conclusions and recommend required actions.
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 here 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 (S.C. Deferred Compensation)
- Retirement benefit choices *
- State Retirement Plan (SCRS)
- State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)
- 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.
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What South Carolina Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in clinician jobs across South Carolina.
- Active South Carolina clinical license or one recognized by the South Carolina Board of Examiners
- Master's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or a closely related clinical field
- Experience delivering direct patient or client care in a clinical or community setting
- Familiarity with electronic health records and clinical documentation standards
- Strong knowledge of evidence-based treatment modalities such as CBT or motivational interviewing
- Ability to coordinate care with multidisciplinary teams across inpatient and outpatient environments
Clinician Jobs in South Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a clinician in South Carolina?
The path depends on your specialty, but most clinical roles in South Carolina require at minimum a master's degree in a clinical field followed by supervised practice hours and a state-issued credential. Licensed clinical social workers are credentialed through the South Carolina Board of Social Work Examiners, while licensed professional counselors apply through the South Carolina Board of Examiners for Licensure of Professional Counselors. Completing supervised hours at a South Carolina health system or community mental health center is the most direct route to licensure eligibility.
Which companies hire clinicians in South Carolina?
Employers hiring clinicians in South Carolina right now include TeamHealth, PALMETTO INFUSION, and Planned Parenthood, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. South Carolina's public community mental health centers, operated through the Department of Mental Health, are also among the most consistent sources of clinical openings across the state.
Which South Carolina cities have the most clinician jobs?
Columbia, Charleston, and Charleston County lead South Carolina in clinician openings. Columbia drives volume as the state capital and home to major health systems and the state's community mental health network, while Greenville and Charleston reflect the growth of large regional hospital systems and expanding outpatient behavioral health infrastructure in those metro areas.
Are there remote clinician jobs in South Carolina?
Yes, but they are less common than in purely desk-based fields because clinical roles typically involve direct client or patient contact. About 20% of clinician openings tied to South Carolina are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, concentrated largely in telehealth therapy, care coordination, and utilization review rather than hands-on clinical practice.
How can I get hired as a clinician in South Carolina with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point is a supervised internship or practicum completed during your graduate program at a South Carolina employer such as a Prisma Health outpatient clinic or a South Carolina Department of Mental Health center, which regularly host graduate-level trainees. From there, associate-level clinical positions that allow you to accrue supervised hours toward full licensure are widely available at community behavioral health agencies across Columbia and the Upstate. Holding provisional licensure from the South Carolina Board of Examiners and documenting your supervised hours clearly will give you a strong edge in competitive entry-level searches.
Where can I find and apply to clinician jobs in South Carolina?
You can find and apply to clinician jobs in South Carolina on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers active in the state. Search the listings for roles that match your specialty and experience level, then apply directly to the positions that fit.
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