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Are you looking for engaging work and the opportunity to make a difference?

 

The ALPHA Behavioral Health Center, with locations in the counties of Kershaw, Lee, and Chesterfield in South Carolina, seeks to provide quality services to individuals and their families to reduce problems associated with alcohol, tobacco and other drugs of abuse, behavioral health needs, and co-occurring disorders, in an accessible outpatient setting. We strive to:

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  • Provide the best services available for each person and their families in need of prevention, intervention, treatment and recovery-support for alcohol and/or other drugs of abuse, behavioral health needs and/or co-occurring disorders.

  • Incorporate each person’s abilities, strengths, needs and preferences in all levels of care and services.

  • To facilitate healthy lifestyle changes in individuals and their families.

  • Utilize Best Practices to meet the needs of alcohol, tobacco and other drugs of abuse, behavioral health needs and co-occurring disorders.

  • We are a NHSC HRSA approved site at which some employees might qualify for one of the loan repayment programs.

    Come join our team and help make a difference in someone’s life!

Job Opportunities

Licensed Clinical Counselor/Therapist

 

  Hiring Clinical Counselors

  • Requires a master’s degree from an accredited institution of higher learning in behavioral science, human services, or a related field

  • Two or more years of experience working with community-based or rehabilitative programs and a strong case management background is a plus

  • Qualifications include a Master’s degree in counseling or related field plus LPC, LMSW, LISW, or LMFT license.

  • Licensure as an Addiction Counselor by SC LLR preferred.

  • In lieu of the Addiction Counselor license, SCAADAC Certification within 3 years of employment is required.

  • Must be available to work 8:30 – 5:00 weekdays, with some flexibility in scheduling.

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  Email your resume and cover letter to SHammond@alphacentersc.com.

  No phone calls, please.

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  We are a NHSC HRSA approved site at which some employees might qualify for one of the loan              repayment programs.

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Part Time Prevention Specialist - Chesterfield

ALPHA Behavioral Health Center is seeking a highly motivated candidate to plan, organize and implement substance use prevention services throughout the community as directed by agency Prevention Director. The Prevention Specialist will use a set of knowledge, experience, training and skills to encourage healthy attitudes and behaviors that prevent the use/abuse of alcohol, tobacco and other drugs.

 

DUTIES INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO:
 

  • Plan, implement and evaluate culturally appropriate evidence-based programs, environmental strategies, and best practices that are aligned with local needs through utilization of Strategic Prevention Framework

  • Plan and coordinate work to deliver quality community substance abuse prevention education, retailer education, community engagement and environmental strategies

  • Disseminate information to civic organizations, schools, community groups and members of the public

  • Collaborate with other agencies - including local law enforcement

  • Attend meetings of various coalitions to garner support for community awareness

  • Represent the program to the public and provide information regarding the program services and activities

  • Provide outreach, education and support to community partners & coordinate community based programs and presentations

  • Review materials to remain current on practices, principles, and new developments

  • Collect and analyze data to ensure needs of community and be able to present data findings to stakeholders and potential funding sources

  • Provide monthly documentation for reports to maintain compliance with funding deliverables

  • May be required to work a flexible schedule from time-to-time for after hours and occasional weekend events

 

Minimum Qualifications
 

  • Bachelor's Degree in Human Services or a closely related field supplemented with at least 2 years of job related experience, or;

  • Any combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the work;

  • Must obtain a Prevention Specialist Certification for South Carolina Association of Prevention Professionals and Advocates within 3 years of hire;

  • Knowledge of pharmacological drugs and substance use disorders extremely helpful;

  • Computer skills;

  • Public speaking skills;

  • Must possess and valid SC Driver's License.

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  Email your resume and cover letter to SHammond@alphacentersc.com.

  No phone calls, please.

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Volunteers

For more details and to apply please call 803.432.6902

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