Program Coordinator I / OSP / Temporary Grant Position Available In Greenville, South Carolina

Program Coordinator I / OSP / Temporary Grant

Salary
$0.00 Annually
Location Greenville County, SC
Job Type
Temporary Grant

• Full-Time
  Job Number
  174982
  Agency
  Department of Mental Health-Central Office
  Opening Date
  03/31/2025
  Closing Date
  4/14/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Class Code:

UZ01/AH35

Position Number:

6110

Normal Work Schedule:

Monday

• Friday (8:30
• 5:00)
  Pay Band
  Band 5
  Hiring Range
• Min.
  $38,985.00
  Hiring Range
• Max.

$51,290.00
Opening Date
03/31/2025
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.

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Job Responsibilities
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, Central Office, 2414 Bull Street, Columbia, SC 29201.
As the Program Coordinator I, working under minimal supervision of the Office of Suicide Prevention Program Manager and 988 Program Coordinator, the PSAP Collaboration and Outreach Coordinator is responsible for establishing and maintaining strong working relationships with all

PSAP/91 I

centers within the state to ensure seamless collaboration between the 988 Lifeline and emergency services. This role involves coordinating efforts to provide effective crisis intervention, suicide prevention, and mental health support across the 988 Crisis Continuum of Care partners.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Serves as a liaison for collaborative efforts to establish and maintain productive relationships with all

PSAP/911

centers and 988 Lifeline Contact Centers.
Serves to train and educate

PSAP/91I

centers through the development and delivery of training programs for PSAP personnel regarding the 988
Continuum of Care partners and policies.
Coordinate with

PSAP/91 I

centers to enhance the integration of mental health crisis response within the broader emergency response system. Assist with developing protocols for situations requiring coordinated responses between the 988 Continuum of Care and

PSAP/911

centers.
Coordinates the availability and distribution of crisis intervention resources and materials to

PSAP/911

centers and ensures they have access to up-to-date crisis intervention protocols and guidelines.
Coordinates follow-up conversations with

PSAP/91 I

centers to debrief and identify opportunities for improvement during 988 emergency interventions.
Troubleshoot and provide support after crisis situations, ensuring smooth coordination with 911 services.
Completes all DMH required trainings and seeks opportunities to advance knowledge/skills related to job duties.
Ensures adherence to agency’s Corporate Compliance Policies and Plan.
Minimum and Additional Requirements

State Minimum Requirement:

A high school diploma and relevant program experience.
Preferred Qualifications
A bachelor’s degree in behavioral health discipline, four (4) years’ experience in crisis intervention and mental health support, and two (2) years’ program coordination experience. Prior experience working in a 911/PSAP or as an emergency dispatcher and experience as an interagency liaison.
Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus. Additional Comments
The selected candidate must have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with necessary agencies, organizations and Public Safety Answering Points (PSAPs). Ability to identify and and effectively utilize resources available in the community to accomplish objectives. Must have knowledge and understanding of 911 emergency services, PSAP operations, and the 988 Crisis Care Continuum. Strong written and verbal communication as well as strong interpersonal skills are required. Ability to utilize a computer to collect and maintain data as well as prepare reports. Must be flexible. Will provide statewide coordination for 988 and 911/PSAPs. Requires statewide travel with minimal overnight stays.
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
Employer
State of South Carolina
Agency
Department of Mental Health-Central Office
Address
P.O. Box 485
Columbia, South Carolina, 29202
Phone
803-898-8600
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