ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANCE-REMOTE POSITION

Salary: $37,200.00 - $48,300.00 Annually

Location : Spartanburg County, SC

Job Type: FTE - Full-Time

Job Number: 189461

Agency: Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities

Division: Spartanburg Area Mental Health Center

Opening Date: 06/12/2026

Closing Date: 6/25/2026 5:00 PM Eastern

Class Code:: AA75

Position Number:: 60008904

Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)

Pay Grade: GEN06

Hiring Range - Min.: $37,200.00

Hiring Range - Max.: $48,300.00

Opening Date: 06/12/2026

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 a Administrative Assistant 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.

As the Administrative Assistant supporting the Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team, you will provide evidenced based services in an intensive non-residential treatment, rehabilitation, and support needs for patients with Serious Mental Illness (SMI) who require higher levels of community care and have not been well supported in lower level of care options.

Responsibilities for the Administrative Assistant :

Ongoing coordinating and monitoring all non-clinical operations of the ACT Team including managing medical records, operating and coordinating the management information system, and maintaining accounting and budget records for the patient and program expenditures.

Enter and track team performance and patient outcome data as well as running reports on such data.

Provide support to the team by receiving calls and responding to office walk-ins, triaging and coordinating communication between the team and individuals. Actively participate in the daily team meeting, assisting with organization and record keeping and scheduling activities.

Shall comply with South Carolina Department of Mental Health Compliance Plan and all legal responsibilities and requirements in performing his/her job duties. Complete all annual required trainings to in include Safety, MAPS, Cultural Affairs, and clinician trainings.

Minimum and Additional Requirements A high school diploma and work experience that is directly related to the area of employment. A bachelor's degree may be substituted for related work experience.

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

Additional Comments

Post hire, employee 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

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 Dept. of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities - Office of Mental Health (OMH) (formerly SC Department of Mental Health)? Yes

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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. Yes

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Do you possess two years clerical experience? Yes

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Please indicate your salary requirements (please be specific and not put "negotiable" or "open").

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