| Location | Georgetown, SC |
| Salary | $31,314–$40,698 Per Year |
Administrative Specialist II / Front Office Support (Georgetown - Waccamaw)
Salary
$31,314.00 - $40,698.00 Annually
Location
Georgetown County, SC
Job Type
FTE - Full-Time
Job Number
192438
Agency
Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities
Division
Waccamaw Center for Mental Health
Opening Date
09/02/2026
Closing Date
9/30/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:
AA50
Position Number:
60029637
Normal Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade
GEN04
Hiring Range - Min.
$31,314.00
Hiring Range - Max.
$40,698.00
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.
Job Responsibilities
Are you passionate about making a real difference in peoples 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 an Administrative Specialist II / Front Office Support for the Georgetown Clinic 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 SC Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) - Office of Mental Health, Waccamaw Center for Mental Health, 525 Layfette Street, Georgetown, SC 29440.
Under direct supervision, you will perform a variety of routine administrative duties / clinical support with a moderate level of individual and patient accountability in the Georgetown Front Office for Waccamaw Center for Mental Health. You will be applying written or unwritten policies to perform various task: that have a significant impact on the daily operations of the Georgetown Office.
Responsibilities for this Administrative Specialist II:
Primarily responsible for processing intakes, opening and discharging patient cases. This includes data entry into the Avatar system.
Responsible for checking the status of patient insurance eligibility (Medicaid, Medicare, Private, etc.). on a daily basis prior to appointment and accurately inputting all changes into Avatar.
Responsible for updating all patient demographic in charts and ensuring transfer of information into Avatar. Scan all patient information into Avatar. Responsible for updating the intake log for new and readmitted patients and updating all consents in Avatar. Address concerns with patients about insurance and other billing concerns.
Maintain charts and documentation in accordance with State, Federal, local, BHDD-OMH, WCMH, Quality Assurance, Corporate Compliance and CARF standards.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
Preferred Qualifications
Additional Comments
Post hire, employees must:
Have general knowledge of office practices and use of office equipment along with the ability to communicate effectively and courteously.
Be flexible, cooperative, have the ability to perform multiple tasks and manage time in a proficient and effective manner in the course of carrying out day to day duties.
Have good use of judgement and discretion.
Be able to pass Managing Agitation in the Psychiatric Setting (MAPS) Certification.
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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Have you ever been employed by the SC Dept. of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities - Office of Mental Health (OMH) (formerly SC Department of Mental Health)?
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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.
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A high school diploma and two (2) years of clerical experience; or an associate degree in secretarial science or other related field; or three (3) years of clerical experience.
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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.