Administrative Specialist Ii (Administrative Specialist C) #291

Salary: $26,385.00 - $48,826.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 158777
Agency: Department of Mental Health-MHC Columbia Area
Division: Adult Treatment Services
Opening Date: 11/30/2023
Closing Date: 12/20/2023 5:00 PM Eastern
Class Code:: AA50
Position Number:: 60006398
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Band: Band 3
Hiring Range - Min.: $26,385.00
Opening Date: 12/08/2023
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Please apply on-line at www.jobs.sc.gov; you may also track the status of your application on-line.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
This position is located at Department of Mental Health/Columbia Area Mental Health, Lower Richland Clinic, #291.
Under limited supervision, performs secretarial, clerical, and administrative support activities for the Lower Richland Programs. Provides customer services in an effective and efficient manner.
Performs duties that are required to utilize the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) for all clients in the Lower Richland Programs. Ensure all appointments are scheduled in the EMR. Import all necessary paperwork in clients EMR in a timely manner.
Collects service payments and completes receipts accurately according to CAMHC policies and procedures.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
State Requirements: A high school diploma. Related clerical experience may be substituted for a high school diploma.
Agency Requirements: A high school diploma and two (2) years of clerical experience; or an associate degree in secretarial science or other related field; or three (3) years of clerical experience.
Note: When Agency Requirements are indicated, applicants must also meet the Agency Requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
CAMHC Prefers: An associate degree in secretarial science and extensive knowledge of office policies, practices and procedures.
Additional Comments
Supplemental questions are considered part of the application. Please complete the state application to include supplemental questions, all current and previous work history and education. A resume may be attached, but not substituted for completing the work history and education sections of the employment application. Incomplete applications will not be referred to the hiring supervisor.
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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Are you willing to take a mandatory pre-employment drug test?

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Are you listed on the Registry of Convicted Sex Offenders?

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If you answered "Yes" to being on the Registry of Convicted Sex Offenders, please explain.
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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 indicate your understanding to this statement?

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From where did you learn of this employment opportunity?
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Have you ever held a full-time equivalent (FTE) position within a SC state agency or been a certified employee within a SC school district?

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DMH would like to know if you have two (2) years or more of clerical experience?

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DMH would like to know if you have an associate degree in secretarial science or related field??

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DMH would like to know if you are proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite (to include, Excel, Access, Power-point and Publisher)?

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