Program Manager I / Midlands Crisis Stabilization Unit (Columbia Area)

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 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.

• 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.

• Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus.

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 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.