Salary: $78,948.00 - $110,568.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 194590
Agency: Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities
Division: Greater Bryan Psychiatric Hospital
Opening Date: 10/27/2026
Closing Date: 11/29/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: GA80
Position Number::Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Normal Work Schedule (Other):: Will be required to work during hazardous weather conditions.
Pay Grade: CLN11
Hiring Range - Min.: $78,948.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $110,568.00
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: You must apply on-line at www.careers.sc.gov. Follow the status of your application on-line.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job ResponsibilitiesAre you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives? Join our team at the SC Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (BHDD) where we are dedicated to providing compassionate and accessible care to our community. We are seeking a
Psychologist 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, G. Werber Bryan Psychiatric Hospital - William S. Hall Psychiatric Institute, 220 Faison Drive, Columbia SC 29203.
As the Psychologist I, under the general supervision of the Hospital Director, you will provide psychological assessments/evaluations, consultation on diagnoses and treatment for patients, educate families about newly identified diagnosis and work with patients with mental illness and behavioral disorders. This position requires the flexibility of working with all genders and populations in the Adult, Children, and Adolescent service areas.
Responsibilities for the Psychologist I include: - Administer and interpret psychological assessments/evaluations and other testing as requested by treatment team members to assist with clinical formulation and identification of appropriate interventions, techniques and methods for patients. You will assist with the completion of disability evaluations as needed.
- Work in collaboration with treatment teams to coordinate and implement appropriate treatment plan interventions for referred patients (assessments/evaluations) as well as provide education to families of new diagnoses and individual treatment interventions as needed.
- Facilitate group and individual therapy sessions with patient and may provide family therapy as requested with families identified by the treatment team.
- Maintain collaborative working relationships across all departments and maintain a harmonious work environment within the facility and utilize supervisor and employee relations to address complex work issues.
- Maintain an appropriate inventory of psychological testing instruments to ensure completion of requested assessments/evaluations in a timely manner.
- Serve as a member of hospital committees as requested and/or assigned.
Minimum and Additional Requirements - A Doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology from an accredited program in psychology and two (2) years of experience in the practice of Clinical Psychology subsequent to the Doctoral internship, or possession of a current license to practice Clinical Psychology in the state of South Carolina and (2) years of experience in the practice of Clinical Psychology subsequent to the Doctoral internship.
Additional Requirements:- Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds; ability to stand, walk, reach, pull, push, stoop, bend, and climb at least two or three flights of stairs.
- Must be able to tolerate noise levels and circulate in patient areas as needs.
Preferred Qualifications• Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus.
Additional Comments Post hire, employees must: - Have knowledge of Psychopathology, Psychological testing (intellectual, personality, diagnostic), and Psychotherapy as well as multicultural counseling approaches.
- Be able to relate well to patients with mental illness and behavioral disorders.
- Be proficient in electronic health record systems and have ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.
- Have ability to work collaboratively with members of other professional disciplines.
- Be able to work independently with minimal supervision on a daily basis.
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 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.
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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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Please check the box(es) if you have ever been employed by the following Offices of SC Dept. of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities.
- 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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Did you graduate with a Doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology from an accredited program in Psychology & have at least two (2) years of experience in Clinical Psychology subsequent to the Doctoral internship, or a current license to practice Clinical Psychology and two (2) years of experience in the practice of Clinical Psychology subsequent to the Doctoral internship?
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Have you been denied a professional license, or had a professional license revoked or limited by, and/or had any discipline or sanction imposed on you or your practice by a professional licensing board or body?
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If you answered Yes to the question above, please provide a statement explaining the facts, name of the professional licensing board or body, any action taken by the board or body and your current status with that board or body.
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What therapies are you trained to facilitate in therapeutic groups (CBT, TF-CBT, DBT, etc.)?
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Describe your experience working with diverse populations.
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Are you trained/certified to administer ADOS-2 (Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule, second edition) testing to rule out and/or diagnose autism?
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Which neuropsychological or psychological assessment instruments are you most proficient with, and how have you used them to guide treatment?
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How do you tailor your interventions to meet the cultural needs of diverse clients?
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