Salary: $67,728.00 - $121,890.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 194153
Agency: Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities
Division: Columbia Area Mental Health Center
Opening Date: 10/23/2026
Closing Date: 11/23/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: AH45
Position Number::Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade: GEN11
Job ResponsibilitiesAre 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
Program Manager I 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, Columbia Area Mental Health Center, 310 Faison Drive, Cottage 5, Columbia, SC 29203.
Under limited supervision, develops, manages, markets, and supervises the creation, operation, and provision of mental health care at the Midland's Crisis Stabilization Center (MCSC). The unit will serve residents of Richland, Fairfield, and Lexington counties. The program admits patients 24 hours per day, seven days a week. MCSC's primary mission is hospital diversion.
Responsibilities for the Program Manager I: - Develop, supervise, and manage the Richland County Crisis Stabilization Unit.
- Develop and maintain effective collaborative working relationships with numerous funder and stakeholders of the program.
- Ensure that staff provide quality person-centered care as demonstrated by the use of evidenced-based clinical interventions. Provide clinical services as needed and work closely with staff psychiatrist. Comply with all applicable Quality Assurance, Corporate Compliance and Cultural Competence policies, procedures and regulations and all Federal and State laws.
- Ensure the team operates in an efficient and organized manner, including monitoring productivity and documentation practices.
- Schedule 24/7 staff for the program operation.
- Orient and provide ongoing development and evaluation of staff, to include completion of EPMS and individual supervision.
- Administer leave policies and monitor timekeeping and attendance of staff.
- Manage program data. Design GRID/data to track and manage referrals, length of stay, as well as other information that reflects program's success.
- Attend all trainings classified as mandatory by Federal and State regulations and Center policy. Attend program directors meeting and other meetings as needed. Maintain data and submit reports in a timely manner.
- Comply with the BHDD - Office of Mental Health Compliance Program and all legal responsibilities and requirements in performing of job duties.
- Perform other duties as required.
Minimum and Additional Requirements - A bachelor's degree and relevant program experience.
- A master's or doctorate degree from an accredited program or university in social work, psychology or counseling or other behavioral discipline deemed equivalent by OMH and five (5) years post graduate experience in clinical counseling program.
- Five (5) years minimum supervisory experience.
Additional Requirements - This position requires on call hours, occasional nights/weekends.
- This position requires public speaking/training.
Preferred Qualifications - Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus.
Additional Comments Post hire, employees must: - Have the ability to function and lead a multi-disciplinary team.
- Have excellent communication and writing skills.
- Have the ability to problem solve, work independently, and use sound judgement clinically and otherwise.
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 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
- Retirement benefit choices *
- State Retirement Plan
- State Optional Retirement Program
*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.
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.
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- Office of Mental Health (OMH) (formerly SC Department of Mental Health)
- Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (OIDD) (formerly SC Department of Disabilities and Special Needs)
- Office of Substance Use Services (OSUS) (formerly SC Department of Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Services)
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