Job Description

Salary: $61,801.00 - $64,801.00 Annually
Location : Lexington County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 179605
Agency: Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities
Division: Central Office
Opening Date: 10/27/2025
Closing Date: 11/17/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: GA56
Position Number:: 60007673
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade: GEN09
Hiring Range - Min.: $61,801.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $64,801.00
Opening Date: 08/22/2025
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Online applications must be submitted at You must include ALL current and previous work history and education.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.


Job Responsibilities

About Our Agency
The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (BHDD) was established April 28, 2025. The Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (OIDD) is a part of the state's behavioral health and developmental disabilities agency, providing services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental health conditions and substance use disorders through a wholistic, streamlined and coordinated approach. OIDD assists in the planning, developing, coordinating, and funding services for South Carolinians with the severe, lifelong disabilities of:

• intellectual disability and related disabilities
• autism spectrum disorder
• traumatic brain injury
• spinal cord injury and similar disability

Job Responsibilities
As a core member of the state-wide Eligibility Division, reviews and assesses intake/eligibility information for new and current consumers; conducts Level of Care assessments for Intellectual Disability/Related Disability (ID/RD), Community Supports Waivers (CSW), and Head and Spinal Cord Injury (HASCI) Waivers and TEFRA applicants, provides training and technical assistance to provider staff and others; and participates in quality assurance activities for approved providers. Assists in the development of departmental policies and procedures concerning eligibility and related issues.

• Completes a comprehensive review of records of potential consumers for eligibility under the category of Head and Spinal Cord Injury (HASCI). Writes written justification of recommendation for eligibility based on a summary of consumer data and background information. Consults intake service provider (ISP), case manager/early interventionist, and supervisors as necessary.
• Assesses potential consumers for eligibility under the category of Intellectual Disability/Related Disability (ID/RD). Writes written justification of recommendation for eligibility based on a summary of consumer data and background information. Consults intake provider, case manager, or early intervention staff and supervisors as necessary.
• Participates in Level of Care (LOC) assessments by reviewing social, psychological, medical, or other corroborative information. Renders written decisions and completes required documentation.
• Collects and submits proper documentation of File Review and Level of Care data.
• Proactively researches and engages in educational opportunities and skill-building activities to foster professional growth.
• Engages in collaboration through required meeting attendance and consistent communication with leadership and peers.
• Performs other related duties as assigned to support departmental or agency goals.

The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

• 15 days annual (vacation) leave accrual per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs

Minimum and Additional Requirements


A master's degree in an applied psychology field and one (1) year of clinical experience subsequent to master's degree or possession of a license to practice psychology in the state of South Carolina.

Preferred Qualifications


Working knowledge/understanding of traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, and similar disabilities; working knowledge/understanding of developmental disabilities to include intellectual disability and disabilities closely related to intellectual disability that result in similar functional impairments; knowledge of developmental sequence and issues and knowledge of medical diagnoses and sequela. Effective written communication skills and the ability to work cooperatively with other professionals and the public. Ability to maintain and organize a caseload of referrals.

Additional Comments
About Our Agency: The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities plans, develops, coordinates, and funds services for South Carolinians with the severe, lifelong disabilities of intellectual disability and related disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury and similar disability.


EEO Statement: The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities provides 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.


Employment Contingency: Employment is contingent upon our receipt of the following required pre-employment screenings: medical screening - to include a drug screening; background record checks (to include fingerprinting), South Carolina Department of Social Services' Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry screening, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General "List of Excluded Individuals/Entities" screening; South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles Driving Record check; and a review of transcripts verifying educational credentials.We reserve the right to rescind an offer of employment in the event minimum requirements are not met to include positions that require certifications and/or licensure, your application is incomplete or inaccurate, or our review of your background uncovers information, including opinions of previous employers and references, which cause us to conclude, at our sole discretion, that you are not suited for the position.


Immunization: If this position requires the applicant to work directly with consumers of The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, tuberculosis (TB) skin or blood testing must be completed prior to beginning employment. All new employees who are healthcare providers are required to provide documentation of immunity or be immunized against measles, mumps, rubella, pertussis, Varicella and Hepatitis B prior to beginning employment.

State Disaster Plan: In accordance with the State's Disaster Plan, which includes hazardous weather, employees of The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster.

Employee Referral: The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities supports a Referral Incentive Reward and a Retention Bonus program. You may contact Human Resource for further information.

Supplemental Questions: 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.
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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Do you understand the following statement? If you have been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony criminal offense after your 17th birthday, you MUST list this information under "agency-wide question #1 & #2" regardless of how long ago the conviction(s) took place (unless you have taken steps to expunge your record). This includes fraudulent checks, driving under suspension, disorderly conduct, shoplifting, etc. You may only omit minor traffic violations such as speeding tickets & seatbelt violations, 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 may be grounds for termination. It is your responsibility to know what is on your criminal record. If you have questions regarding this requirement, please inquire before you complete your application.

• Yes
• No

02


Which of the following best describes the highest level of education you have completed?

• High school diploma/GED
• Associate's degree
• Bachelor's degree
• Master's degree
• Doctorate
• None of the above

03


Do you possess a Master's degree in an applied psychology field and one (1) year of clinical experience subsequent to master's degree?

• Yes
• No

04


Do you possess a license to practice Psychology in the state of South Carolina?

• Yes
• No

05


Describe your experience administering or interpreting standardized measures of intelligence and/or adaptive functioning assessments.
06


Please describe your experience reviewing medical documentation related to head or spinal cord injuries. What types of records have you reviewed?
07


When reviewing records for a traumatic brain injury (TBI), what key clinical information do you look for to understand the severity and long-term impact of the injury?
08


Do you currently or previously work for a SC State Agency? Including, but not limited to OIDD (formerly DDSN) operated Regional Centers such as Midlands, Coastal, Pee Dee, Saleeby and Whitten.

• Yes
• No

09


Please list the current/previous SC State Agency (including Regional Centers, if applicable) you have worked for. Enter N/A for "No".
10


I understand that ONLY a complete and accurate application will be considered. I have included ALL current and previous work history and education and know that my resume will NOT be accepted nor reviewed to determine if I have met the qualifications of the position; it will be passed over. Additionally, the supplemental questions are considered part of my official application. By checking "Yes" I certify that I have followed the application instructions.

• Yes
• No

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