CAREERS
Join a team serving behavioral health needs across
Palm Beach County
South County Mental Health Center is a mission-driven behavioral health organization serving individuals and families across Palm Beach County.
Our team supports people through crisis response, inpatient care, outpatient services, community-based programs, care coordination, recovery support, and specialized behavioral health services.
Work that supports recovery, access,
and community care
SCMHC’s work depends on people who are committed to compassionate behavioral health care, teamwork, and service to the community.
Across clinical, crisis response, residential, outpatient, case management, peer support, administrative, and support roles, SCMHC staff help individuals and families connect with care during some of the most difficult moments in their lives.
Whether working directly with clients or supporting the systems that make care possible, every role contributes to SCMHC’s mission.
What it means to work at SCMHC
Working at SCMHC means being part of a team that supports people across a broad continuum of behavioral health needs. The organization’s work is grounded in compassion, collaboration, dignity, and practical support for individuals and families.
Mission-Driven Work
SCMHC team members support people facing behavioral health challenges, crisis situations, recovery needs, and complex life circumstances. The work is meaningful, community-based, and connected to real needs across Palm Beach County.
Collaborative Care
Many roles involve working with multidisciplinary teams, families, community partners, healthcare providers, schools, law enforcement, child welfare, and other systems that support continuity of care.
Community-Based Impact
SCMHC’s services extend beyond a traditional office setting. Staff may support care through crisis response, outpatient services, inpatient care, community programs, partner coordination, and connection to appropriate resources.
Career paths across behavioral health care
SCMHC’s staffing needs may include a range of clinical, medical, crisis response, community-based, administrative, and support roles. Current openings vary over time and are maintained through SCMHC’s HR job portal.
Clinical & Counseling Roles
Opportunities may include therapy, assessment, outpatient services, care coordination, substance use support, and other client-facing behavioral health roles.
Crisis Response & Stabilization
SCMHC’s crisis-related roles may support Mobile Response, intake and evaluation, Crisis Stabilization Unit services, and urgent behavioral health needs in the community.
Peer, Recovery & Community Support
Peer support, recovery-focused services, Navigate-related roles, and community-based support positions help individuals build stability, resilience, and connection to services.
Administrative and Operational Support
Administrative, technology, facilities, human resources, finance, and support roles help maintain the systems and environments needed for SCMHC to serve the community.
Benefits and support for eligible team members
SCMHC offers benefits designed to support eligible employees and their families. Benefits may vary by position, schedule, and eligibility requirements.
- Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
Coverage options that help support employee health and wellness. - Paid Time Off
Time away from work to support rest, personal needs, and work-life balance. - Life and Long-Term Disability Coverage
Coverage designed to provide additional financial protection. - Voluntary Benefit Options
Additional benefit options may be available for eligible employees. - 401(k) With Employer Match
Retirement savings support through a 401(k) plan with employer match.
View current job openings
SCMHC posts current employment opportunities through its HR job portal. Because openings change over time, applicants should use the portal to review available positions, qualifications, locations, and application requirements.
Before you apply
Because SCMHC works in the community and provides behavioral health services, applicants may be required to complete a background check as part of the hiring process. SCMHC is a drug-free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Ready to explore
career opportunities?
If you are interested in meaningful work that supports behavioral health care, recovery, and community service, visit SCMHC’s HR job portal to view current openings and apply for positions that match your qualifications.