Program Coordinator I / Outreach Coordinator - SPP (Central Office)

Full Job Description

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 Program Coordinator I / Outreach Coordinator for the Suicide Prevention Program (SPP) 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, Central Office, 400 Otarre Parkway Cayce, SC 29033.

As the Program Coordinator I / Outreach Coordinator, you will serve as an ambassador to engage organizations, community members, and individuals in various suicide prevention efforts. This could be by holding meetings, sharing resources, or providing trainings. You will also support the Suicide Prevention Program (SPP) on any state or grant initiatives.

Responsibilities for the Program Coordinator I / Outreach Coordinator:

Provide SPP specific trainings, as well as other suicide prevention trainings, and resources across the state. Provide community outreach in assigned areas of coverage.

Work closely with the mental health centers and organizations to assist with supporting their Zero Suicide Framework, will attend monthly and quarterly suicide prevention related meetings.

Track outcomes and submit reports of program activities, trainings, meetings and outreach efforts. The outcome measures will be reviewed and utilized to see where outreach is needed across the area of coverage.

Provide support for the interactive mental health screener Hope.ConnectsYou.Org. This would include responding to new questionnaires, dialogs, and updates on the platform.

Support outreach efforts through social media and will provide at least one social media post that aligns with the agency's mission, with a specific focus on suicide prevention and resources for the community.

Requirements

• A high school diploma and relevant program experience.

Qualifications

• Knowledge in suicide prevention and knowledge in trainings related to suicide prevention.
• Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus.

Additional Information

The selected candidate must be flexible and able to work beyond required hours of job on a case-by-case basis. Must be comfortable with public speaking and over time provide trainings to people.

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.