Executive Center Director / Program Manager III (Santee-Wateree)

Full Job Description

This position is located in Sumter, South Carolina.

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 Executive Center Director who will oversee the Santee-Wateree Mental Health Center and its employees who are motivated to help individuals and families navigate life's challenges and achieve long-term wellness.

If you want 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 (BHDD) - Office of Mental Health (OMH), Santee-Wateree Mental Health, 801 N Pike W, Sumter, SC 29153.

Partnering with a local Board of Directors and reporting to the SCBHDD-OMH Deputy Director of Community Mental Health Services, the Center is an outpatient facility of the Office of Mental Health. The Santee-Wateree Mental Health Center (SWMHC) operates within the guidelines established by the Office of Mental Health. The Center serves the residents of Sumter, Lee, Kershaw and Clarendon counties and has a staff of 93 permanent employees and a budget of approximately $11.5 million.

Santee-Wateree 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 SWMHC and requires an individual with proven leadership skills demonstrating competence in management of the Center's programs, resources, and partnerships.

Responsibilities for the Executive Center Director include but are not limited to:

• Direct 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.
• Report to the 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.
• Ensure the preparation of the budget, grant proposals, managing grants, the supervision of funds generated and expenditures, and operate within the approved budget for the center.
• Directly supervise key management positions such as Chief Psychiatrist, Program Directors, Administrator, Human Resources Manager, QA/CARF/Corporate Compliance Director, Office of Performance Improvement and Education, and the Administrative Assistant.
• Direct appropriate implementation of personnel practices and procedures. Ensures requirements for access, staff productivity, and clinical documentation are met at all of the center's locations.
• Responsible for facilitating helpful and positive community and agency cooperation and service implementation and delivery; ensure the delivery of appropriate public information and education activities, to include the operation of Highway to Hope, mobile crisis, suicide prevention programming, etc.
• Assure the development of a behavioral system of care that is culturally competent, promoting the involvement of advocacy groups, clients, and family members.
• Perform special tasks as assigned by the Deputy Director and other related duties as necessary and required, such as ensuring that the Roads to Independence young adult program meets all of its metrics.

Santee-Wateree Mental Health Center serves Sumter, Lee, Kershaw and Clarendon counties. The Center is located in Sumter, the heart of South Carolina.

Sumter County has a population comprised of both native South Carolinians and transplants. Here, you can enjoy mild weather, lower cost of living and friendly people.

Not only is Sumter known for its agriculture but is also where Shaw Air Force Base is located. Sumter has more than 30 parks and playgrounds if you enjoy the outdoors.

In fact, there are two state parks and the famous Swan Lake Iris Gardens.

If you prefer to spend time indoors, Sumter has several art galleries, Patriot Hall for performances and concerts as well as the Sumter Opera House. Experience the charm of Sumter, a true hidden gem.

Requirements

• A master's degree and four (4) years of a social service program experience; two (2) years of which have been in the mental health field.

Qualifications

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

Additional Information

The selected candidate must have a minimum of five (5) years of executive experience.

In this position one must have knowledge of the 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, the selected candidate must have clinical knowledge and business management skills. 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 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.