Program Manager (Barnwell)

Job Responsibilities
We are seeking a

Program Manager I

(Barnwell) to help individuals and families navigate life's challenges and achieve long‑term wellness.

This position is located at the SC Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) – Office of Mental Health, Aiken‑Barnwell Mental Health Center, 916 Reynolds Road, Barnwell, SC 29812.

The Program Manager (Barnwell) will provide management and supervision for the clinical operations of ABMHC’s satellite clinic in Barnwell County, including services offered in the clinic and in the community.

Responsibilities for the Program Manager I (Barnwell):

Provide management for the Barnwell Center, including participation in overall agency planning, agency committees, and improvement processes.

Assist with the implementation of clinical initiatives and agency initiatives.

Ensure coverage for programs and services offered via the Barnwell County satellite office.

Ensure staff are knowledgeable of and measured against patient care hours standards for clinical service.

Provide direct services to patients as assigned, meeting an annual patient care hour requirement of 440 hours.

Assist with crisis response in Barnwell County.

Ensure all documentation and staff documentation is completed thoroughly and according to OMH/QA/CARF/ABMHC standards.

Ensure PB caseload is seen in accordance with the needs based on LOC and functionality, including completion of DLA‑20 and initiation of discharge plan at treatment onset.

Engage with the Barnwell community to address mental health needs and share information about mental health, including participation in local committees, presentations, Barnwell MH Forum, and Barnwell County Council meetings.

Recruit, develop, and retain a competent, culturally diverse, motivated, and productive workforce.

Pursue professional development through collegial consultation and continuing educational opportunities.

Comply with Corporate Compliance Policy and Risk Management Plan.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

A master’s degree in social work, guidance, counseling, or the social sciences.

Additional Requirements

Two years of post‑graduate experience providing counseling/treatment.

Licensed in SC, or not licensed but seeking licensure within six months of hire.

Two years of paid supervisory experience.

Ability to lift 5 pounds and operate a state vehicle.

Preferred Qualifications

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

Post‑Hire Expectations

Knowledge of the agency’s mission, programs, and objectives, and ability to effectively share information with the community.

Knowledge of management principles.

Ability to interpret and apply rules and regulations.

Ability to manage work and provide guidance to employees.

Ability to make presentations and prepare reports.

Ability to effectively plan, coordinate, and manage complex mental disorders.

Knowledge of psychopathology, family dynamics, family and group psychotherapy, interviewing techniques, and evidence‑based practices.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals, families, and community partners.

Experienced manager and therapist who can independently apply relevant management principles and counseling techniques to ensure agency outcomes are met.

Subject to OMH/ABMHC/State policies and procedures with limited supervision.

Ability to pass CPR and Managing Agitation in the Psychiatric Setting (MAPS) Certification.

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Statement
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, and related medical conditions, including lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, or genetic information.

Benefits

Health, dental, vision, long‑term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouses, and children.

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.

Retirement benefit choices: State Retirement Plan (SCRS) and State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP). Enrollment in one of these plans is required for all FTE employees.

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