Administrative Specialist II - Adult Services (Lexington)

Administrative Specialist II - Adult Services (Lexington)

Salary

$31,314.00 - $50,082.00 Annually

Location

Lexington County, SC

Job Type

FTE - Full-Time

Job Number

194058

Agency

Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities

Division

Lexington County Community Mental Health Center

Opening Date

10/21/2026

Closing Date

11/4/2026 11:59 AM Eastern

Class Code:

AA50

Position Number:

60008066

Normal Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)

Pay Grade

GEN04

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures:

Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education using verifiable dates.

Veteran Preference Statement

South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

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Job Responsibilities

Are you passionate about making a real difference in peoples 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 an Administrative Specialist who is motivated to help individuals and families navigate lifes 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 BHDD - Office of Mental Health, Lexington County Community Mental Health Center, 301 Palmetto Park Blvd, Lexington, SC 29072.

In the role, you will independently perform a variety of advanced administrative and clerical duties which are critical to the operation of BHDD offices as needed. Apply policies to perform varied tasks, such as providing clerical, secretarial, data entry, and medical records maintenance which has a significant impact on the operation of the unit; make independent decisions concerning the daily operation of the unit.

Responsibilities for the Administrative Specialist II:

• Provide administrative support with a moderate level of individual and/or customer accountability, which includes receiving and screening telephone calls; greet all customers in a professional manner, ensure all customers receive proper instructions to have their needs met and taking care of the immediate needs of the customers.
• Notify staff of patient arrival via EHR or teams; schedule appointments for patients/staff, making changes as needed.
• Maintain policies and procedures while processing routine matters within established guidelines
• Manage all assigned medical records in compliance with local, state and federal guidelines; update patient information such as financial information, addresses and telephone numbers as changes are reported; ensure accurate scanning and importing of patient information to include insurance and patient income documents
• Assist in satellite offices and/or clinics as needed
• Responsible for collecting patient fees and verify daily fee collections, ensuring all BHDD cash policies are adhered to while conducting this job function
• Adhere to all corporate compliance policies, regulations, statutes (federal, state, local, BHDD), or laws regulating the provisions of healthcare
• Complete all annual required training to include Safety, MAPS, and clinical trainings. Demonstrate adherence to CARF standards, and BHDD Center policies and procedures

Minimum and Additional Requirements

• Two years of clerical experience and a high school diploma; Related clerical experience may be substituted for a high school diploma
• Substitute: associate degree in secretarial science or other related field; or three years of clerical experience

Additional Requirements :

• Ability to any assigned office as needed
• Position is considered essential and may be called back during crises/disasters/emergencies

Preferred Qualifications

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

Additional Comments

Post hire, employees must:

• Have customer service experience, phone reception, filing, time management, and basic knowledge of Microsoft Windows

• Know how to interact professionally with patients and staff at all levels

• Have flexibility

• Be a team player

• Have excellent internal and external customer service

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.

Benefits for State Employees

The 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 Benefits

Eligible 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 Benefits

State 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 Benefits

State 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 you 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)
• Does Not Apply

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If you have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony criminal offense (other than in a Juvenile Court), you MUST list this information (unless you have taken steps to expunge your record.) This includes fraudulent checks, driving under suspension, disorderly conduct, shoplifting, etc. *Please note that conviction of a criminal offense does not bar you from employment in all cases; each conviction is evaluated individually. However, failure to list convictions is considered falsification of the application and WILL BE grounds for termination, if hired. It is your responsibility to know what is on your criminal record. If you have charges on your record that appear without a court disposition (result) you may be asked to provide that information if selected for employment. If you have questions, please inquire before you complete your application. PLEASE NOTE THAT NOT ANSWERING THIS QUESTION WILL DEEM YOUR APPLICATION AS INCOMPLETE AND IT WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. Please indicate your understanding to this statement by checking the box below.

• Checking this box indicates my understanding to the above referenced statement.

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Did you graduate from a high school or have an equivalent degree?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have any past experience in a healthcare setting?

• Yes
• No

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If you answered no to the above question, please describe the experience you have that would be relevant to this position.

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Please indicate your salary requirements (please be specific and not put "negotiable" or "open").

Required Question

Employer State of South Carolina

Agency Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities Address 400 Otarre Parkway

Cayce, South Carolina, 29033

Phone OIDD - (803)898-9600

OMH - (803) 898-8600

The language used in this document does not create an employment contract between the employee and the agency. This document does not create any contractual rights or entitlements. The agency reserves the right to revise the content of this document, in whole or in part. No promises or assurances, whether written or oral, which are contrary to or inconsistent with the terms of this paragraph create any contract of employment.