Administrative Specialist II - FOCUS - Spartanburg

Salary: $30,700.00 - $39,900.00 Annually
Location : Spartanburg County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 189088
Agency: Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities
Division: Spartanburg Area Mental Health Center
Opening Date: 06/04/2026
Closing Date: 6/16/2026 5:00 PM Eastern
Class Code:: AA50
Position Number:: 60013049
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade: GEN04
Hiring Range - Min.: $30,700.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $39,900.00
Opening Date: 06/04/2026
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.


Job Responsibilities
Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's 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 an Administrative Specialist II who is motivated to help individuals and families navigate life's 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, Spartanburg Area Mental Health Center, 250 Dewey Ave, Spartanburg, SC 29303.
Under limited supervision, perform a variety of duties involved in organizing and maintaining files. This position is responsible for imputing data for the FOCUS grant. This employee must take initiative to learn job duties and recognize when assistance is necessary. Must be willing to contribute whenever and wherever as necessary. All duties are handled in a culturally sensitive manner. Follows all SAMHC Policies and Procedures.
Responsibilities for the Administrative Specialist II:

• Serve as Administrative Assistant to FOCUS program and Project Director. Maintain all clinical staff schedules. Establish and maintain record pertaining to FOCUS grant. Assist PD with weekly team meeting agencies as needed. Maintain enough FOCUS program materials in the waiting room. Also, maintain FOCUS program packets for Project Director to take for all meetings as needed. Oversee the sufficiency of the office supplies. Establish and maintain records pertaining to the FOCUS grant.
• Input client records into SPARS as required as required by the FOCUS Grant. Maintain compliance with local, state, and federal Corporate Compliance laws and in accordance with all DoFS policies and procedures. Conduct all prior authorizations for any service needed.
• Assist and direct all patients/clients in the CAFE lobby. Ensure that visitors are signed in and informed of CAFE process. Verify person are presently open in EMR. Verify all demographics. Assist with safety and evacuation procedures as needed.

Minimum and Additional Requirements


A high school diploma. Related clerical experience may be substituted for a high school diploma.

Preferred Qualifications

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

Additional Comments

Post hire, employees must:

• Successfully complete the Basic Fundamentals course with a minimum grade of 75.
• Be able to pass CPR and Managing Agitation in the Psychiatric Setting (MAPS) Certification.

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 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
• Retirement benefit choices *
  • State Retirement Plan
  • State Optional Retirement Program

*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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