Mobile Crisis Program Coordinator II

Mobile Crisis Program Coordinator II

Salary

$53,142.00 - $71,706.00 Annually

Location

Lexington County, SC

Job Type

FTE - Full-Time

Job Number

193384

Agency

Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities

Division

Central Office

Opening Date

09/28/2026

Closing Date

10/12/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Class Code:

AH10

Position Number:

60013691

Normal Work Schedule:

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

Normal Work Schedule (Other):

Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm with on-call duties

Pay Grade

GEN09

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 (DBHDD) - Office of Mental Health (OMH), where we are dedicated to providing compassionate and accessible care to our community. We are seeking a Mobile Crisis Program 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), Central Office, 400 Otarre Parkway Cayce, SC 29033.

• Please note that a change in the physical location can be considered based on the where the selected candidate is located (must be within the state of South Carolina)*

Under minimal supervision of the Program Manager, you will assist with ongoing program growth, evaluation, and management as well as supports expansion initiatives for the statewide Mobile Crisis Program in order to achieve national standards of emergent access to care. Assist in the oversight of all Mobile Crisis program contract and grant requirements. Serve as the secondary state contact for Mobile Crisis.

Responsibilities for the Mobile Crisis Program Coordinator II include:

• Serve as the Assistant Mobile Crisis Program Manager. Responsible for assisting with continued program evaluation, management, expansion, and oversight for Mobile Crisis. Ensure all Mobile Crisis operations follow the requirement of the contract between OMH and DHHS and additional grant requirements associated with Mobile Crisis. Serve in an Administrative On-Call roll providing coverage for half of the state.
• Serve as the stand-in Program Manager in the absence of the Program Manager, or alongside with regard to supervision of Mobile Crisis program staff, field staff, and administrative oversight. Attend state level meetings and update to senior leadership as requested.
• Represent Mobile Crisis in assigned committees, interagency meetings, and stakeholder groups. Foster and maintain successful working relationships with community partners, probate courts, law enforcement, first responders, hospitals and other state agencies. Assist with education and training of local law enforcement departments on Mobile Crisis.
• Assist with fielding Central Office requests from the Office of General Counsel risk manager and Patient Advocate, as well as all internal and external record requests for 3Q, as needed. Serve as the secondary contact for Mobile Crisis Call Center to ensure adequate call response times. Ensure services are delivered and documented in compliance with OMH QA and payor source requirements.
• Assist in recruitment efforts for Mobile Crisis as requested and the marketing and promotion of Mobile Crisis statewide. Assist with delivering presentations on outcomes to stakeholders
• Complete all OMH required trainings and seeks opportunities to advance knowledge/skills related to job duties.
• Ensure adherence to agencys Corporate Compliance Policies and Plan.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

• A masters degree in a behavioral health discipline.
• Four (4) years of experience in the helping professions, and two (2) years of supervisory experience.
• Eligible for licensure such as LPC, LMSW, LISW-CP, or LMFT

Additional Requirements:

• Provide consultation to a multi-county area
• Travel frequently in the assigned region, moderate in-state travel, and minimal overnight travel.
• On-call administrative/clinical supervision and occasional shift-coverage is required.
• Function as a secondary statewide point of contact for all Mobile Crisis needs assist in coordinating the service delivery of mobile psychiatric crisis response services 24/7
• Must be flexible.

Preferred Qualifications

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

Additional Comments

Post hire, employees must:

• possess clinical skills to assess and deliver crisis intervention.
• have ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with necessary agencies, organizations and interested public or private groups.
• have ability to identify and effectively utilize resources available in the community to accomplish objectives.
• have the knowledge of best practices to address mental health crises and stabilization.
• have ability to evaluate and manage program design
• have the ability to use computers to collect, interpret and present data and outcome measures clearly in oral and/or written reports.

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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Do you have a masters degree in a behavioral health discipline from an accredited college or university?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have four (4) years of experience in the helping professions, and two (2) years of supervisory experience?

• Yes
• No

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Are you eligible for licensure such as LPC, LMSW, LISW-CP, or LMFT?

• Yes
• No

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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.