Executive Center Director / Program Manager III - Pee Dee Mental Health Center
Apply NowCompany: State of South Carolina
Location: Florence, SC 29501
Description:
Salary: $83,219.00 - $153,973.00 Annually
Location : Florence County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 174303
Agency: Department of Mental Health-MHC Pee Dee
Opening Date: 03/07/2025
Closing Date: 3/23/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: AH55
Position Number:: 60018607
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Band: Band 9
Opening Date: 03/07/2025
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: You must apply on-line at www.careers.sc.gov. Follow the status of your application on-line.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
This position is located in Florence, South Carolina.
With our Agency's mission to support the recovery of people with mental illnesses, we provide a complete array of medical and support services for children, adults, and families throughout South Carolina.
This position is located at the Department of Mental Health, Pee Dee Mental Health Center, 125 East Cheves Street, Florence, SC 29506.
In conjunction with the South Carolina Department of Mental Health (SCDMH), the Pee Dee Mental Health Center (PDMHC/ aka the Center) seeks to fill the position of Executive Center Director.
Governed by a local Board of Directors and reporting to the SCDMH Assistant Deputy Director, Community Mental Health Services, the Center is an outpatient facility of the South Carolina Department of Mental Health. The Pee Dee Mental Health Center (PDMHC) operates within the guidelines established by the South Carolina Department of Mental Health. The Center serves the residents of Florence, Darlington and Marion counties and has a staff of 124 permanent employees and a budget of approximately $15 million.
Pee Dee Mental Health Center offers a wide range of outpatient mental health services for adults, children and their families to include assessments, individual therapy, family and group services, crisis management, case management, nursing and medication management.
The Executive Center Director has overall strategic and operational responsibility for the clinical and administrative operations of the Center. In collaboration with the Board of Directors, the Executive Director reviews and/or revises the vision and develops a strategic plan to guide the Center's goals, priorities and activities. The position oversees the efficient and effective day-to-day operation of the PDMHC and requires an individual with proven leadership skills demonstrating competence in management of the Center's programs, resources, and partnerships.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Pee Dee Mental Health Center serves Florence, Darlington and Marion counties. The Center is located in the heart of downtown Florence, and in walking distance to the many restaurants, boutiques, Little Theater, Performing Arts Center, Museum, and other attractions. Florence is conveniently located at the intersection of interstates 95 and 20 and offers a wide range of dining, entertainment, arts, an array of outdoor recreational activities, beautiful parks, botanical gardens, and a lively downtown area with boutique shopping. Explore the SC Pecan Trail which features 20+ local restaurants and shops to enjoy throughout your journey. Darlington County is the home of the Darlington Raceway, NASCAR's oldest superspeedway, which opened in 1950 and remains popular to this day. Marion County boasts of great history and nature.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
State Requirement: A bachelor's degree and relevant program management experience.
Agency Requirement: A master's degree and four (4) years of a social service program experience; two (2) years of which have been met in the mental health field.
Note: If any Agency Requirements are listed above, applicants must also meet those requirements to be considered for the position.
Preferred Qualifications
Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus.
Additional Comments
The selected candidate must have knowledge of agency's mission, programs, objective, laws, regulations, policies and procedures relevant to mental health. Knowledge of the agency's organizational structure, the people who manage the work and the processes applicable to government work. Must have ability to plan, implement and administer special projects and collect relevant data for program outcomes. Ability to make presentations and prepare reports. Have basic computer and word processing skills. In addition, clinical knowledge and business management skills are required. Ability to plan/direct professional services and administration of activities within a clinical environment, and follows regulations, policies and standards used in rendering mental health care. Ability to supervise professional/nonprofessional staff in the care and treatment of the mentally ill. This position is considered essential and may be called back during crisis/disasters/emergencies.
The South Carolina Department of Mental Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Agency. We provide affirmative action and equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex - including the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, national origin, age, religion, or disability.
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
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. Please account for any and all gaps of employment in your application. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of application completion nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
The South Carolina Department of Mental Health offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:
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 Department of Mental Health?
02
Are you currently working at a SC State operated facility?
03
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.
04
Have you ever held a permanent (full-time equivalent) position with a SC state agency and/or been an employee of a SC school district?
05
Do you have a master's degree from an accredited college/university?
06
Do you have four (4) years of work experience in a social service program in which two (2) years were in the mental health field?
07
If you answered "yes" to the previous question, please briefly describe your experience.
08
Have you undergone a Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) evaluation?
09
How did you hear about our vacancy?
10
If you answered "Current DMH Employee" or "Other" for question above, please list name/source below:
11
Please indicate your salary requirements (please be specific and not put "negotiable" or "open").
Required Question
Location : Florence County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 174303
Agency: Department of Mental Health-MHC Pee Dee
Opening Date: 03/07/2025
Closing Date: 3/23/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: AH55
Position Number:: 60018607
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Band: Band 9
Opening Date: 03/07/2025
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: You must apply on-line at www.careers.sc.gov. Follow the status of your application on-line.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
This position is located in Florence, South Carolina.
With our Agency's mission to support the recovery of people with mental illnesses, we provide a complete array of medical and support services for children, adults, and families throughout South Carolina.
This position is located at the Department of Mental Health, Pee Dee Mental Health Center, 125 East Cheves Street, Florence, SC 29506.
In conjunction with the South Carolina Department of Mental Health (SCDMH), the Pee Dee Mental Health Center (PDMHC/ aka the Center) seeks to fill the position of Executive Center Director.
Governed by a local Board of Directors and reporting to the SCDMH Assistant Deputy Director, Community Mental Health Services, the Center is an outpatient facility of the South Carolina Department of Mental Health. The Pee Dee Mental Health Center (PDMHC) operates within the guidelines established by the South Carolina Department of Mental Health. The Center serves the residents of Florence, Darlington and Marion counties and has a staff of 124 permanent employees and a budget of approximately $15 million.
Pee Dee Mental Health Center offers a wide range of outpatient mental health services for adults, children and their families to include assessments, individual therapy, family and group services, crisis management, case management, nursing and medication management.
The Executive Center Director has overall strategic and operational responsibility for the clinical and administrative operations of the Center. In collaboration with the Board of Directors, the Executive Director reviews and/or revises the vision and develops a strategic plan to guide the Center's goals, priorities and activities. The position oversees the efficient and effective day-to-day operation of the PDMHC and requires an individual with proven leadership skills demonstrating competence in management of the Center's programs, resources, and partnerships.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Directs the Community Mental Health Center's operation to include an annual Operations Plan, a Quality Assurance Program, Records Management, a Management Information System (MIS), Corporate Compliance Program and a Financial Management Program.
- Reports to the Assistant Deputy Director for CMHS and respective CMHC Board of Directors to assess needs and implement programs consistent with department priorities and local needs within capabilities of staffing resource availability.
- Ensures the preparation of the budget, grant proposals, managing grants, the supervision of funds generated and expenditures, and operating within the approved budget for the center.
- Directly supervises key management positions such as Chief Psychiatrist, Program Directors, Administrator, Human Resources Managers, QA/CARF/Corporate Compliance Director, Office of Performance Improvement and Education, and the Administrative Assistant.
- Directs appropriate implementation of personnel practices and procedures. Ensures requirements for access, staff productivity, and clinical documentation are met at all center locations.
- Responsible for facilitating helpful and positive community and agency cooperation and service implementation and delivery; ensures the delivery of appropriate public information and education activities, to include the operation of Highway to Hope, mobile crisis, suicide prevention programming, etc.
- Assures the development of a behavioral system of care that is culturally competent, promoting the involvement of advocacy groups, clients, and family members.
- Performs special tasks as assigned by the Assistant Deputy Director and other related duties as necessary and required, such as ensuring that the NextGen Grant project meets all of its metrics.
Pee Dee Mental Health Center serves Florence, Darlington and Marion counties. The Center is located in the heart of downtown Florence, and in walking distance to the many restaurants, boutiques, Little Theater, Performing Arts Center, Museum, and other attractions. Florence is conveniently located at the intersection of interstates 95 and 20 and offers a wide range of dining, entertainment, arts, an array of outdoor recreational activities, beautiful parks, botanical gardens, and a lively downtown area with boutique shopping. Explore the SC Pecan Trail which features 20+ local restaurants and shops to enjoy throughout your journey. Darlington County is the home of the Darlington Raceway, NASCAR's oldest superspeedway, which opened in 1950 and remains popular to this day. Marion County boasts of great history and nature.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
State Requirement: A bachelor's degree and relevant program management experience.
Agency Requirement: A master's degree and four (4) years of a social service program experience; two (2) years of which have been met in the mental health field.
Note: If any Agency Requirements are listed above, applicants must also meet those requirements to be considered for the position.
Preferred Qualifications
Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus.
Additional Comments
The selected candidate must have knowledge of agency's mission, programs, objective, laws, regulations, policies and procedures relevant to mental health. Knowledge of the agency's organizational structure, the people who manage the work and the processes applicable to government work. Must have ability to plan, implement and administer special projects and collect relevant data for program outcomes. Ability to make presentations and prepare reports. Have basic computer and word processing skills. In addition, clinical knowledge and business management skills are required. Ability to plan/direct professional services and administration of activities within a clinical environment, and follows regulations, policies and standards used in rendering mental health care. Ability to supervise professional/nonprofessional staff in the care and treatment of the mentally ill. This position is considered essential and may be called back during crisis/disasters/emergencies.
The South Carolina Department of Mental Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Agency. We provide affirmative action and equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex - including the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, national origin, age, religion, or disability.
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
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. Please account for any and all gaps of employment in your application. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of application completion nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
The South Carolina Department of Mental Health offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:
- Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children
- 15 days annual (vacation) leave accrual per year
- 15 days sick leave per year
- 13 paid holidays
- Paid Parental Leave (Six Weeks for mother per year/Two Weeks for partner per year)
- State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs
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 Department of Mental Health?
- Yes
- No
02
Are you currently working at a SC State operated facility?
- Yes
- No
03
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.
04
Have you ever held a permanent (full-time equivalent) position with a SC state agency and/or been an employee of a SC school district?
- Yes
- No
05
Do you have a master's degree from an accredited college/university?
- Yes
- No
06
Do you have four (4) years of work experience in a social service program in which two (2) years were in the mental health field?
- Yes
- No
07
If you answered "yes" to the previous question, please briefly describe your experience.
08
Have you undergone a Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) evaluation?
- Yes
- No
09
How did you hear about our vacancy?
- SC State jobs portal/careers.sc.gov
- Simply Hired
- Indeed
- College/Alumni Career Services Center
- Friend/Relative
- Current DMH Employee
- Other (commercials, billboards, emails, ads, etc.) - Please specify.
10
If you answered "Current DMH Employee" or "Other" for question above, please list name/source below:
- Yes
- No
11
Please indicate your salary requirements (please be specific and not put "negotiable" or "open").
Required Question