Waterboro Clinic Director / Program Coordinator II (Coastal Empire)

Waterboro Clinic Director / Program Coordinator II (Coastal Empire)

Salary

$52,100.00 - $70,300.00 Annually

Location

Colleton County, SC

Job Type

FTE - Full-Time

Job Number

189001

Agency

Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities

Division

Coastal Empire Community Mental Health Center

Opening Date

06/01/2026

Closing Date

7/1/2026 11:00 PM Eastern

Class Code:

AH40

Position Number:

60009740

Normal Work Schedule:

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

Pay Grade

GEN09

Hiring Range - Min.

$52,100.00

Hiring Range - Max.

$70,300.00

Opening Date

06/01/2026

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures:

Please complete the state application online 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 Office of Mental Health where we are dedicated to providing compassionate and accessible care to our community. We are seeking a Clinic Director / Administrative Coordinator II 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 (OMH), Coastal Empire Mental Health Center (CEMHC), 507 Forest Circle, Walterboro, SC 29488.

Under general supervision of the Chief of Clinical Operations, you will plan, implement, coordinate and supervise the daily operations and delivery of Adult Services and Children, Adolescent and Family services, both clinical and administrative in the Walterboro Clinic.

The Responsibilities for the Waterboro Clinic Director include:

• Administrative Functions - Supervise the daily administrative and clinical operations of the Walterboro Clinic. Assure available patient services are provided and billed appropriately. Identify areas of process improvement, including specialized reports and patient access that result in the improvement of services provided for Adult as well as Children, Adolescent, and Family programs in the service area. Coordinate with Coordinator of Children, Adolescent and Family services as needed in relation to oversight and delivery of Children, Adolescent , and Family services in the clinic and school-based services. Deliver direct patient care.
• Staff - Recruit and supervise all employees, either directly or indirectly in the Walterboro Clinic. Ensure that all expectations are met by staff in the Walterboro Clinic. Ensure yearly evaluations and regular supervision are provided to all clinic staff. Make sure that clinical supervision is provided regularly and documented with all supervisees. May also provide direct evidence based services to clinicians on behalf of CECMHC.
• Community Liaison - Communicate regularly with representatives of public and private mental health, medical, and social services organizations and other partners, i.e. schools, Law Enforcement agencies in order to assure the delivery of quality services to our mutual patients. Participate in opportunities to meet with both professionals and members of the general public in order to share pertinent information about Coastal Empire Community Mental Health Center and the services offered.
• Budget - Ensure clinical services are provided and billed appropriately. Make sure provided services adhere to Quality Assurance standards.
• Continuity of Care - Ensure continuity of care within clinic programs, between community programs, and with hospitals as specified in the OMH Continuity of Care Manual.
• Corporate Compliance - Ensure the clinic is in conformance with SCBHDD OMH Corporate Compliance requirements and guidelines.

This position MAY be eligible for SCOMH Student Loan Repayment to cover some of the cost of your outstanding loan(s) balance associated with the completion of a healthcare degree that is relevant to the appliable position.

Submit and up-to-date, detailed resume along with a copy of your transcripts.

Coastal Empire CMHC is an approved site of the National Health Service Corps (NHSC), which offers student loan repayment of up to $50,000.00 to employees of NHSC- approved sites. You must be a US Citizen, you must be licensed to practice independently in the state where you are hired and you must have unpaid government or commercial school loans. There is a two year service commitment required as well. Confirmation of qualifying for this loan repayment program is the responsibility of every applicant - we cannot guarantee your qualification.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

• A masters degree in social science and two (2) years of social service program experience, one (1) year of which must have been in a community mental health program.

Additional Requirements

• The ability to travel as needed/appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

• 4+ years of social service program experience
• Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus.

Additional Comments

Post hire, employees must have:

• Thorough knowledge of principals and practices of mental social treatment services for the mentally ill.
• Knowledge of administrative practices procedures, rules, regulations, policies, and standards.
• The ability to plan, develop, and direct local programs for mental health care and operation of the clinic.
• The ability to supervise mental health professionals and non-professional staff.
• the ability to work adjusted work hours to ensure coverage and for engagement in community events.

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)?

• 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.

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Did you graduate with at least a masters degree in a social science from an accredited college/university and have at least two (2) years of social service program experience, one (1) year of which must have been in a community mental health program?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have experience supervising clinicians?

• Yes
• No

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If you answered Yes to the question above, please briefly describe your 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.