Licensed Practical Nurse, Non-Institutional / Emergency Services-Nursing (CAMHC)

Licensed Practical Nurse, Non-Institutional / Emergency Services-Nursing (CAMHC)

Salary

$47,273.00 - $52,178.00 Annually

Location

Richland County, SC

Job Type

FTE - Full-Time

Job Number

188849

Agency

Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities

Division

Columbia Area Mental Health Center

Opening Date

05/28/2026

Closing Date

6/24/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Class Code:

EA08

Position Number:

60018354

Normal Work Schedule:

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

Pay Grade

CLN04

Hiring Range - Min.

$47,273.00

Hiring Range - Max.

$52,178.00

Opening Date

05/28/2026

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.

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

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 a Licensed Practical Nurse, Non-Institutional 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 SC Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) - Office of Mental Health, Columbia Area Mental Health Center, Emergency Services-Nursing, CAMHC #129.

As the Licensed Practical Nurse, working under supervision of Director of Nursing, you will provide direct patient care/direct psychiatric care/ nursing services to patients who are served at Columbia Area Mental Health Center (CAMHC). Provide nursing services for a defined targeted group requiring psychiatric nursing services in a large community mental health setting.

Responsibilities for this Licensed Practical Nurse:

• Provide an array of face-to-face or telephonic interventions nursing services to a diverse population of patients served at Columbia Area Mental Health Center (CAMHC) to promote recovery, stabilization, and independence, which includes, but not limited to, performing laboratory services, injection medication administration, SPDs with providers, checking vital signs, and health teaching training.
• Promptly perform laboratory test/procedures ordered by physician/Nurse Practitioner (NP) screening for pre-existing medical problems, etc., and ensure that the physician/NP receives all findings in a timely manner. Highlight any abnormal results and immediately reports the values to the appropriate physician/NP.
• Collect, organize, and record data and information in in the patients medical record in accordance with applicable Quality Assurance standards, CARF guidelines and Corporate Compliance standards.
• Regularly attend and participate in treatment team meetings, supervisory meetings, Nursing In-Services, and serve on Center and Office of Mental Health (OMH) committees as assigned.
• Comply with the Office of Mental Health Compliance Plan and all legal responsibilities and requirements.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

• Successful completion of an approved nursing education program for professional nursing or an equivalent course of study from an approved nursing education program per Section 10-33-32 of the South Carolina Nurse Licensure Act. Licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse by the State Board of Nursing for South Carolina.

Preferred Qualifications

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

Additional Comments

Post hire, employees must:

• Possess experience in direct clinical service delivery.
• Have extensive knowledge of the symptomology of the varying forms of mental illness.
• Have leadership skills.
• Have the ability to follow directions as states.
• Be able to function with limited supervision.
• Be professional.
• Be able to tolerate multiple demands and demonstrate flexibility when adapting to programmatic changes.
• Be pro-active in both, clinical and other aspects of the program.
• Be able to pass CPR and 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.

01

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)?

• Yes
• No

02

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.

03

Are you a graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing and have one (1) or more years of nursing experience?

• Yes
• No

04

Are you licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) by the South Carolina Board of Nursing?

• Yes
• No

05

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?

• Yes
• No

06

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.

07

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.