South Carolina Department of Mental Health Public Safety

South Carolina Department of Mental Health Public Safety serves Columbia, SC. Join Our Team Applicants may contact Public Safety’s Human Resource staff at (803) 935-5299 with any questions or needed guidance related to possible employment with the Division. Officer/Employee Commendation Form Public Safety Complaint Form CALEA Public Comment Join Our Team Human Service Law Enforcement Since 1963 About Public Safety BHDD Office of Mental Health’s Public Safety Division is a fully operational, CALEA-accredited police department with statewide jurisdiction. The Division provides internal and external law enforcement and security for the Agency’s inpatient services and long-term care, and is also responsible for conducting investigations, participating in disaster response, transporting patients and residents, assisting employees, and supporting the Agency’s mental health centers. Careers with Public Safety Public Safety employment vacancies are posted on the South Carolina Careers website . The Division provides guidance for all applicants and candidates to ease any concerns related to employment with Public Safety. Non-emergency: (833) 364-2274. Dial 911 for emergencies.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Columbia city, SC has an estimated population of 138,019.