Salary: $55,000.00 Annually
Location : Sumter County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 189835
Agency: Department of Health and Human Services
Division: Office of Long Term Care & Behavioral Health Svcs
Opening Date: 06/24/2026
Closing Date: 6/30/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: GB75
Position Number:: 60019564
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade: GEN08
Hiring Range - Min.: $55,000.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $55,000.00
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Failure to provide detailed and complete information may result in your application not being referred.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
The Agency's mission is to be boldly innovative in improving the health and quality of life for South Carolinians.
This position is located in
Community Long Term Care (CLTC), Sumter County.
This is an in-office role and not a telecommute or remote position.
Are you the One? We are looking for a
Social Worker (Lead Team Case Manager)who will promote mission and values/behaviors of SCDHHS. Work under general supervision of Area Administrator as the Lead Team Case Manager. Primary case management quality assurance and compliance reviewer for the local CLTC office. Assist in the implementation of a system of case management for Medicaid eligible participants who are receiving community-based waiver services including assisting other CLTC offices with essential job functions according to program needs. Assist with training other case managers in case management activities and provide technical support for various Medicaid waivers such as Community Choices and HIV-AIDS. Travel to location of assigned cases is necessary. Maintain current knowledge of all CLTC programs and related systems including Phoenix information system. Adhere to HIPAA and privacy laws.
- Provides oversight, monitoring and maintenance of Area Office Case Management services.
- Conducts service prior approval process.
- Performs Quality Assurance and Compliance activities.
- Provides Area Administrator assistance.
- Complete waiver enrollment activities.
- Provide case review related to assessment and service planning.
- Provide case management services.
- Perform case assignment activities.
- Promotes collaboration and effective communication.
- Performs emergency preparedness duties or activities as required.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
The South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE and TGE positions that includes:
- Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children.
- 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year.
- 15 days sick leave per year.
- 13 paid holidays.
- State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
A bachelor's degree in social work with major course work in social science program and four (4) years of experience in a social work program; or
A master's in social work or welfare field accredited by the Council on Social Work Education and two (2) years of experience in a social work program.
MANDATORY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Must have current licensure by the SC Board of Social Work Examiners.
Additional Requirements:
- Requires holder to driver routinely.
- Valid driver's license.
- Lifting requirements: 20 lbs.
- Must have access to a personal vehicle as needed.
- In-office role.
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of service planning and service delivery for persons with disabilities.
- Skills in assessment, counseling, care planning and case management in long term care.
- Considerable knowledge of social, mental and cultural aspects of illness.
- Interpersonal skills for developing and maintaining participant, family and community relationships.
- Written and verbal skills in evaluating participants' conditions and needs and interpreting and explaining CLTC program goals to participants, families and other community contacts.
- Knowledge of HIPAA regulations.
- Ability to multi-task within time frames and prioritize cases utilizing effective time management skills.
- Must be able to perform web-based software functions (key data, run reports, update documents, etc.).
- Possess computer proficiency.
- Gerontological preparation desirable.
Additional Comments
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. Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application for qualification purposes. All applicants must apply online. All correspondence from the Office of Human Resources will be through electronic mail.
The South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services 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.
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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The responses you provide to these Supplemental Questions will be used in combination with your application to determine whether you meet the minimum qualification requirements. Please, thoroughly complete the Education and Work Experience sections of your application and the Supplemental Questions. Failure to provide detailed and complete information will result in your application being rejected. Any misrepresentation or omissions will result in your disqualification from employment and/or termination. You may not submit resumes in lieu of filling out the application or answering the Supplemental Questions. I acknowledge that I have read, understand, and agree with the above.
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Would you be willing to accept a salary of $55,000?
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Do you have a bachelor's degree in social work?
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Do you have four (4) years of experience in a social work program?
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Do you have current licensure by the SC Board of Social Work Examiners? If yes, please list your license number.
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Do you have a valid driver's license? If yes, please provide your driver's license number and state of issuance.
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Do you wish to claim Veteran Preference? If yes, you must submit a copy of your DD214 Form with your job application in order to qualify and claim this preference.
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