Coordinator of Behavioral Health Services

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Posting Number:

STA00708PO26

Job Family:

Healthcare

Job Function:

Mental Health Counseling

USC Market Title:

Mental Health Counselor

Link to USC Market Title:

https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/132997

Job Level:

P3 - Professional

Business Title (Internal Title):

Coordinator of Behavioral Health Services

Campus:

Columbia

Work County:

Richland

College/Division:

Division of Student Affairs and Academic Support

Department:

SAAS UHS Counseling and Psychology Services

State Pay Range:

G10

USC Market Range:

MRH - $64,827 $81,034 $97,241

Anticipated Hiring Range:

$64,827 - $97,241

Location of Vacancy:

Columbia, SC

Part/Full Time:

Full Time

Hours per Week:

37.5

Work Schedule:

• Standard working schedule: 8:30am – 5:00pm
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.

Basis :

12 months

Job Search Category:

Health and Human Services

About University of South Carolina:

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Veterans' Preference Statement:

The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities.

Advertised Job Summary:

Coordinator of Behavioral Health Services

• Are you passionate about providing holistic mental health support to college students while working as part of an integrated medical and behavioral health team?
• How have you collaborated with medical providers, counselors, or multidisciplinary teams to improve access to mental health care and support positive client outcomes?
• What experience do you have conducting behavioral health assessments, crisis interventions, and connecting clients with the appropriate level of care and community resources?
• Would you be excited to lead and coordinate collaborative care initiatives, while also providing direct clinical services, outreach programming, and mental health education within a university setting?

We have the job for you!

The Coordinator of Behavioral Health Services provides a broad range of counseling and psychological services to students including behavioral health consultations, initial consultations/assessments, and referrals to appropriate services. Additional clinical duties include provision of time-limited, goal-focused therapy interventions; opportunities to co-lead therapy groups and/or workshops; engage in outreach and engagement activities; and provide crisis support when needed. They work collaboratively with Student Health and Well-Being (SHWB) medical team to manage behavioral health issues that arise in the clinic and offer consultation, education, and training to medical providers to increase mental health literacy.

The Coordinator of Behavioral Health Services manages the Collaborative Care Team; coordinating all meetings, managing procedures related to collaborative care, managing collaborative care referrals, and serves as the liaison between CAPS and SHWB medical providers. The Coordinator of Behavioral Health Services conducts clinical work and documentation in compliance with departmental, division and University of South Carolina policies and procedures. They participate as a multidisciplinary team member to provide evidence-based practice with primary focus on initial diagnostic evaluation, assessment, and referral to appropriate level of care. They also participate in departmental meetings, work groups and task forces.

Primary Job Duties

• Provide a broad range of time-limited counseling and psychological services to students to include individual, couples, and group therapy.
• Responsible for the development, implementation and management of collaborative care program
• Collaborate with leadership and staff to advance the department’s mission and strategic goals.
• Engage in professional development activities in alignment with licensure, professional affiliation, and best practice standards.
• Oversee the collection and analysis of data related to the program.

Perks:

• Competitive salary + some of the BEST benefits you can find!
• 15 paid vacation days
• 15 paid sick days
• 13 paid holidays (including an extended December holiday)
• An engaging and collaborative environment.

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Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience:

• Requires a master’s degree in a job related field and 1 or more years of job related experience.

Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials:

• Licensed as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Independent Social Work in Clinical Practice (LISW-CP), or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in the state of South Carolina.
• If licensed in another state, must be licensed in the state of South Carolina within 6 months of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least two years post licensure experience providing direct mental health services, preferably with young adults.
• Experience in brief intervention, mental health crisis assessment, and group therapy.
• Ability to assess, diagnose, and treat a wide range of clinical concerns using a variety of treatment modalities/approaches.
• Knowledge of electronic health records systems.
• Ability to appropriately assess and intervene in crisis situations.
• Experience providing both in-person and online/virtual assessment & counseling.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with colleagues.
• Ability to treat all people equitably and with a sensitivity and awareness to cultural differences.
• Considerable knowledge of professional ethics and the ability to apply to current work.
• Experience working within a short-term treatment Stepped-Care model.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to quickly and effectively synthesize information into a coherent analysis.
• Strong decision making and motivational skills. Strong clinical skills.
• Familiarity with evidence based mental health treatment in an outpatient setting.

Job Duty:

Clinical and Crisis Support:

• Provide a broad range of time-limited counseling and psychological services to students to include individual, couples, and group therapy.
• Provide crisis and emergency services as needed while maintaining awareness of community-wide referral resources.
• Opportunities to engage in outreach and consultation pertaining to developmental, preventative, and mental health topics.

Essential Function:

Yes

Percentage of Time:

55

Job Duty:

Program Development & Management

• Responsible for the development, implementation and management of collaborative care program
• Ensure that management of program is evidence-based, data-driven, and informed by current research on mental health in higher education settings.
• Manages the behavioral health and collaborative consultation programming and serves as a liaison between counseling and medical services.

Essential Function:

Yes

Percentage of Time:

15

Job Duty:

Other Duties

• Collaborate with leadership and staff to advance the department’s mission and strategic goals.
• Foster cooperative working relationships with faculty, staff, student organizations, and community-based programs.
• Opportunities to provide supervision to graduate level interns and trainees and contribute to the professional development of staff.
• Participate in assigned work groups, task forces, and committees.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the department’s operations

Essential Function:

Yes

Percentage of Time:

10

Job Duty:

General Administrative Duties

• Engage in professional development activities in alignment with licensure, professional affiliation, and best practice standards.
• Collaborate with colleagues throughout the college to contribute to departmental initiatives, student services, retention efforts, and overall campus growth.
• Maintain client files, case notes, correspondence, and compile information; prepare reports as assigned.
• Participate in all departmental meetings.

Essential Function:

Yes

Percentage of Time:

10

Job Duty:

Assessment & Reporting

• Oversee the collection and analysis of data related to the program.
• Use assessment data to refine and enhance program, reporting findings to university leadership and other stakeholders.
• Prepare annual reports highlighting key achievements, challenges, and goals for future growth.

Essential Function:

Yes

Percentage of Time:

10

Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive:

Yes

Hazardous weather category:

Essential

Number of Vacancies:

1

Desired Start Date:

11/01/2026

Job Open Date:

09/22/2026

Job Close Date:

10/18/2026

Open Until Filled:

No

Special Instructions to Applicant:

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

We are only accepting applications submitted by October 18, 2026.

The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:

• Health and Life Insurance
• Retirement Programs
• Paid Tuition
• Dependent Scholarships
• Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Professional Development Opportunities

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Quicklink for Posting:

https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/213564

EEO Statement:

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law.