The following employment opportunities are available through the county alcohol and drug abuse authorities and other local service providers and organizations. To apply for any of these positions, please refer to the specifications identified for each individual job opportunity. Please note that these are not job opportunities with the BHDD Office of Substance Use Services, nor do they offer the same benefits.
Posted 04/01/2026 | Cover letters and résumés will be accepted until position is filled.
Organization: Ernest E. Kennedy Center
Organization Address: 306 Airport Drive, Moncks Corner, SC 29461
Job Description: Position provides clinical and administrative supervision of all addiction counselor positions, to include Assessment Counselors, Clinical Counselors, Outreach Counselor, and Peer Support Specialist. Responsible for the management of all adult clinical services, to include case management and referral development.
Job Responsibilities:
OUTPATIENT CLINICAL SERVICES (ADULT)
- Coordinates and oversees the provision of treatment services for the organization in accordance with established agency treatment philosophy.
- Ensures continuity and quality of care are implemented in accordance with established protocol.
- Develops and maintains a strong network of service providers.
- Develops a plan for interacting with service providers to enhance delivery of services.
PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT
- Demonstrates knowledge and ability to perform human resource management.
- Demonstrates knowledge and ability in setting performance goals.
- Conducts performance reviews.
- Implements and monitors employee counseling and improvement plans.
- Provides clinical and administrative supervision.
PROGRAM COORDINATION AND ADMINISTRATION
- Provides needs assessment for the purpose of planning and implementation.
- Assists in the development of budget, and monitors and evaluates financial plans for fiscal operation.
- Monitors and evaluates program effectiveness and provides feedback for improvement.
- Ensures programmatic contract deliverables are submitted according to established schedules and protocols.
- Performs designated duties in the absence of clinical staff.
COMMUNITY RELATIONS
- Represents the organization in a professional manner through public speaking and networking.
- Generates an understanding of the organization’s mission through community involvement.
Required Qualifications:
- Master's degree
- Licensure as an LPC, LISW, LMSW, or LMFT
- Experience as a clinical counselor
- Ability to use latest technology/software
Preferred Qualifications:
- 4 years' experience as a clinical counselor
Salary: $65,000 - $80,000
Application Deadline: Cover letters and résumés will be accepted until position is filled.
Posted 07/30/2026 | Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Organization: The Forrester Center for Behavioral Health
Organization Address: 129 Dillon Drive, Spartanburg, SC 29307
Job Description: Position provides high-quality medical services as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Provides appropriate medication and supportive management to alcohol and/or opioid use disordered clients. Additional services provided include but are not limited to: basic medical care for all clients, medication management for other behavioral health issues (in consultation with collaborating physician), and limited employee health services.
Job Responsibilities
- Maintains patient confidentiality and privacy at all times.
- Obtains and documents accurate patient health history, including medical, social, and psychological needs according to agency standards.
- Follows established agency medication protocols for treatment of substance use disordered clients
- Diagnoses and manages preventive and acute healthcare conditions, as indicated and specific to substance abuse, behavioral health, and associated physiologic health based on individualized client need.
- Provides appropriate patient education.
- Emphasizes health promotion and disease prevention.
- Performs procedures as indicated specific to treatment of substance use disorders/behavioral health.
- Orders, interprets, and signs laboratory and diagnostic test and procedure orders as indicated by medication-assisted treatment (MAT) protocols; communicates results to collaborative physician as needed and to patients in a timely manner.
- Discusses assessments, prognosis, and treatment options with patients to develop acceptable, affordable, individualized, and culturally sensitive plans of care.
- Consults with and refers to other healthcare clinicians when indicated; facilitates continuity of care with controlled prescribing; utilizes SC PMP and conducts follow-up contact with other prescribers as indicated.
- Participates on committees and attends meetings as indicated.
- Completes prior authorizations for specialty medications.
- Prescribes medications, treatment modalities, and durable medical equipment as indicated by diagnosis.
- Participates in both professional and community healthcare forums and presentations, conducts research, and applies findings to clinical practice as appropriate or indicated.
- Works in partnership with Collaborative Physician/Director of Medical Services as needed and completes quarterly chart reviews.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with a master’s or doctoral degree
- Current license as an APRN from the South Carolina Board of Nursing (renewal every two years)
- Current certification by a national credentialing board
- Current license by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (renewal every three years) and SC Controlled Substance (annual renewal)
- Current Cardiorespiratory Resuscitation (CPR) credential (AHA BLS or equivalency)
- Must complete continuing education and professional development beyond formal education as outlined by certifying bodies
Salary: $120.00 per hour
Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Posted 06/23/2026 | Applications will be accepted until position is filled.
Alcohol and Drug Counselor (Full-Time)
Résumés will be accepted until position is filled.
Organization: Fairfield Behavioral Health Services
Organization Address: 178 US Highway 321 Bypass N., Winnsboro, SC 29180
Job Description: Position for an energetic, fast-learning, flexible professional with an excellent work ethic to join the organization’s treatment team
Job Responsibilities:
- Conducts biopsychosocial assessments and behavioral health screenings.
- Directs case management for outpatient clients with an emphasis on adolescents.
- Provides crisis intervention.
- Coordinates appropriate referrals of clients.
- Provides individual and group counseling.
- Performs record-keeping using an electronic health record system (Carelogic).
Required Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, or a related human service field
- At least one year of counseling experience in alcohol and drug abuse / behavioral health
- Experience with treatment and/or case management
- Certification as an Alcohol & Drug Counselor (ADC) by Addiction Professionals of South Carolina
- Proficient skills in Microsoft Word, time management, record keeping, customer service, communication, and organization
- Ability to articulate specific experience and familiarity with ASAM criteria; substance use disorders detailed in the DSM-V; pharmacology for alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs; Medicaid fee structure for Rehabilitative Behavioral Health Services; and conducting biopsychosocial assessments and individual, group, and family sessions
Salary: $42,000 – $45,000 based on experience (includes participation in S.C. Retirement System, State health insurance, accrual of 7 hours of vacation and 7 hours of sick leave per month after 90-day introductory period, 14 paid holidays per year, employee assistance program)
Application Deadline: Résumés will be accepted until the position is filled.
Posted 05/28/2026 | Applications will be accepted until position is filled.
Organization: Dorchester Alcohol and Drug Commission
Organization Address: 320 Midland Parkway, Suite C, Summerville, SC 29485
Job Description: Position for an experienced counselor to work with a medication-assisted treatment program
Job Responsibilities:
- Provides general counseling services, to include assessment; treatment plan development; individual, group, and family counseling; case and crisis management; and discharge planning.
Required Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in Counseling or a related field
- Licensure as an LPC, LMSW or LISW
- Certification as an addictions counselor required within three years of hire
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working with co-occurring disorders
Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience (includes State retirement plan, 100% paid individual health plan, 401k, training fees and professional dues, generous leave policy along with 14 paid holidays per year)
Application Deadline: Cover letters and résumés will be accepted until the position is filled.
Posted 07/06/2026 | Résumés and cover letters will be accepted until all positions are filled.
Organization: Anderson Oconee Behavioral Health Services
Organization Address: 226 McGee Road, Anderson, SC 29625 and 205 Holleman Street, Seneca, SC 29678
Job Description: Positions for contract counselors to work in an outpatient treatment program. Primary activities will be conducting assessment and treatment plan development; providing group counseling; and performing case and crisis management and discharge planning.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in a human service area from an accredited institution of higher education
- Certification in addiction counseling
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in a human service or counseling area
- Licensure or certification in addiction counseling
- Experience working with co-occurring disorders
Salary: Based on experience & education
Application Deadline: Résumés and cover letters will be accepted until the positions are filled. (Selected candidates will be required to pass a SLED background check and employee health screening. AOBHS is a smoke-free workplace.)
Posted 07/06/2026 | Résumés and cover letters will be accepted until all positions are filled.
Organization: Anderson Oconee Behavioral Health Services
Organization Address: 226 McGee Road, Anderson, SC 29625 and 205 Holleman Street, Seneca, SC 29678
Job Description: Positions for full-time counselors to work in an outpatient treatment program. Primary activities will be conducting assessment and treatment plan development; providing individual, group, and family counseling; and performing case and crisis management and discharge planning.
Job Responsibilities
- Conducts ADS/BHS screening and assessments on new admissions and recommends placement into services based on ASAM criteria and substance use disorder diagnosis.
- Provides crisis intervention services to clients as needed.
- Develops an Individualized Treatment Plan using client input.
- Makes referrals to external agencies as deemed appropriate for the identified client.
- Participates in weekly treatment staffing to receive and provide feedback on client admissions.
- Maintains effective working relationships with external agencies through regular case management activities.
- Completes periodic written client evaluations and reports in a neat and timely manner.
- Prepares periodic and specific reports as requested or assigned.
- Performs administrative duties relevant to client services.
- Actively supports a trauma-informed and responsive work environment.
- Performs related duties as required.
- Serves on committee(s) as needed.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in a human service area from an accredited institution of higher education
- Ability to successfully complete the ADC process within three years of hire
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in a human service or counseling area
- Licensure or certification in addiction counseling
- Experience working with co-occurring disorders
Salary: Based on experience & education (Benefits include PEBA State Insurance, PEBA State Retirement participation, paid annual and sick leave, paid holidays, ADC certification assistance, on-site licensure supervision, and a four-day work week.)
Application Deadline: Résumés and cover letters will be accepted until the positions are filled. (Selected candidates will be required to pass a SLED background check and employee health screening. AOBHS is a smoke-free workplace.)
Posted 07/06/2026 | Résumés and cover letters will be accepted until all positions are filled.
Organization: Anderson Oconee Behavioral Health Services
Organization Address: 226 McGee Road, Anderson, SC 29625 and 205 Holleman Street, Seneca, SC 29678
Job Description: Positions for part-time counselors (20 hours per week) to work in an outpatient treatment program. Primary activities will be conducting assessment and treatment plan development; providing individual, group, and family counseling; and performing case and crisis management and discharge planning.
Job Responsibilities
- Conducts ADS/BHS screening and assessments on new admissions and recommends placement into services based on ASAM criteria and substance use disorder diagnosis.
- Provides crisis intervention services to clients as needed.
- Develops an Individualized Treatment Plan using client input.
- Makes referrals to external agencies as deemed appropriate for the identified client.
- Participates in weekly treatment staffing to receive and provide feedback on client admissions.
- Maintains effective working relationships with external agencies through regular case management activities.
- Completes periodic written client evaluations and reports in a neat and timely manner.
- Prepares periodic and specific reports as requested or assigned.
- Performs administrative duties relevant to client services.
- Actively supports a trauma-informed and responsive work environment.
- Performs related duties as required.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in a human service area from an accredited institution of higher education
- Certification in addiction counseling
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in a human service or counseling area
- Licensure or certification in addiction counseling
- Experience working with co-occurring disorders
Salary: Based on experience & education (Benefits include PEBA State Insurance, PEBA State Retirement participation, paid annual and sick leave, paid holidays, ADC certification assistance, on-site licensure supervision, and a 20-hour work week.)
Application Deadline: Résumés and cover letters will be accepted until the positions are filled. (Selected candidates will be required to pass a SLED background check and employee health screening. AOBHS is a smoke-free workplace.)
Posted 07/30/2026 | Applications will be accepted until position is filled. (All applicants tentatively selected for a position with Beaufort County will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for the illegal use of drugs and to a background check prior to appointment. Employment is contingent upon clearing both the drug screening and background investigation. Beaufort County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.)
Organization: Nexus Care of Beaufort County
Organization Address: 1905 Duke Street, Suite 270, Beaufort, SC 29902
Job Description: Position oversees multiple managers and coordinators to ensure consistent delivery of high-quality behavioral health services across the department. Provides leadership in staffing, scheduling, and daily operations to support efficient workflows, excellent customer service, and effective service outcomes. Ensures that policies, procedures, and performance standards are consistently applied while fostering a collaborative and professional work environment. Works independently, under limited supervision, and reports directly to the Director of Nexus Care.
Job Responsibilities
- Supervises and evaluates assigned staff, including managers and coordinators, providing guidance, resolving concerns, addressing performance issues, and conducting performance appraisals.
- Plans, assigns, and reviews staff work; establishes and maintains work schedules; monitors progress and completed tasks to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to standards.
- Oversees agency operations related to the delivery of behavioral health services, including prevention, intervention, treatment, and recovery services, ensuring compliance with county and agency policies, procedures, and service expectations.
- Assists in the preparation, administration, and monitoring of departmental budgets, which includes providing oversight of grant applications and required reporting.
- Develops, implements, and communicates policies, rules, and procedures; and prepares reports and analyses on behavioral health activities, operations, and system performance.
- Manages systemwide facility operations, including maintenance, safety, security, and improvements, to ensure that service locations provide a safe and welcoming environment for staff and patrons/clients.
- Coordinates with internal departments, external vendors, and contractors as necessary to support operational and facility needs.
- Performs related duties as required to support the overall mission and objectives of the department.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree OR education and training equivalent to four years of college education in Health Administration, Public Health, Business Administration, or a closely related field
- Over six years and up to and including eight years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
- Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with grant-writing and grant management
Salary: $93,392.00 - $111,404.80
Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted until position is filled. (All applicants tentatively selected for a position with Beaufort County will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for the illegal use of drugs and to a background check prior to appointment. Employment is contingent upon clearing both the drug screening and background investigation. Beaufort County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.)
Posted 07/06/2026 | Applications will be accepted until position is filled.
Organization: Westview Behavioral Health Services
Organization Address: 800 Main Street, Newberry, SC 29108
Job Responsibilities
- Monitors agency budget and budgets of individual programs. Assigns, reviews, plans, and coordinates finance work and meets all deadlines, to include reporting to funders. Supports the fiscal activities for programs and services in accordance with established policies and procedures, and with all applicable statutes and regulations. Processes, compiles, researches, and analyzes complex financial information.
- Maintains office services by organizing office operations and procedures; coordinating accounts payable; controlling correspondence; designing filing systems; and developing supply requests. Manages human resource services to include personnel files, benefits, and payroll.
- Provides considerable input in the development and implementation of the agency’s strategic plan, goals, and objectives. Supports agency financial objectives by providing input to the annual budget; identifying expenditures; and initiating corrective actions. Embraces continuous quality improvement methodologies and evaluates staff and programs for strategies to enhance efficiency, effectiveness, and cultural competence of service provision.
- Maintains office efficiency by planning and implementing office systems, layouts, and equipment procurement. Updates office policies by developing draft standards and procedures. Keeps Executive Director and management team informed by reviewing and analyzing special reports; summarizing information; and identifying trends.
- Interprets financial information for board members, auditors, local and state agencies, and agency employees.
- Performs other duties as assigned by Executive Director.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting or a related field
- Five years’ experience in full-charge/cycle accounting
Salary: $55,000 - $65,000 (based on experience & credentials)
Application Deadline: Letters of interest and résumés will be accepted until the position is filled. (It is expected that the position will be filled by 8/1/2026.)
Posted 06/09/2026 | Applications will be accepted until position is filled.
Organization: Dorchester Alcohol and Drug Commission
Organization Address: 320 Midland Parkway, Suite C, Summerville, SC 29485
Job Description: Position for a licensed counselor to work in intensive outpatient program and drug court
Job Responsibilities:
- Provides assessment services; treatment planning; case management; crisis intervention; and individual, family, and group counseling for assigned clients.
Required Qualifications:
- Master’s degree
- Two years’ experience as a substance use counselor
- Licensure and/or state addictions counselor certification
- Certification as an addictions counselor required within three years of hire
Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience (Among other benefits, employment includes a 100% paid individual health plan, generous leave policy and 14 paid holidays per year, training fees and professional dues, reimbursement of supervision hours for licensure, employee assistance program)
Application Deadline: Cover letters and résumés will be accepted until the position is filled.
Posted 07/30/2026 | Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Organization: The Forrester Center for Behavioral Health
Organization Address: 129 Dillon Drive, Spartanburg, SC 29307
Job Description: Position organizes and provides therapeutic assessment and group/individual counseling services focused primarily on the treatment of substance use and other behavioral health disorders. Organizes and coordinates services between clients, agency, and referral sources. Updates clients’ treatment goals and monitors progress. Maintains quality documentation in accordance with CARF, Medicaid, and agency standards for all services rendered with little supervision.
Job Responsibilities
- Assesses needs and provides counseling and/or education services to clients.
- Performs case coordination, crisis intervention, referrals, record and file maintenance, and report preparation.
- Utilizes a high level of clinical counseling skills and clinical expertise in providing counseling services to individuals and families.
- Develops and updates Individual Care Plans, and provides follow-up and clinical intervention.
- Works conjointly with the treatment team to provide evidence-based services that support and enhance recovery.
- Participates in routine and special clinical supervision, staffing, consultations, training, and related meetings and seminars.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in a Human/ Social Science field
- Any combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities required to fulfill the duties of the position
- Must meet and maintain minimum qualifications established for the position by the agency and the State of South Carolina
Salary: $46,115.00 - $52,000.00 (Benefits include dental insurance, employee assistance program, flexible spending account, health insurance, health savings account, life insurance, paid time off, retirement plan, and vision insurance.)
Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Posted 06/02/2026 | Résumés will be accepted until the position is filled.
Organization: Westview Behavioral Health Services
Organization Address: 800 Main Street, Newberry, SC 29108
Salary Range: 28k – 33k
Job Responsibilities
- Engages with clients for individual and group sessions.
- Utilizes Motivational Interviewing and Active Listening to assist clients in navigating their needs and goals while enhancing self-efficacy and empowerment.
- Maintains HIPAA compliant documentation and electronic health records.
- Establishes and maintains relationships with community partners as referral sources.
- Connects clients to needed community resources (as available) for housing, employment, health insurance, transportation, mental health, medical attention, etc.
- Utilizes lived experience and empathy to walk alongside clients as they navigate the treatment process and embrace recovery.
- Abides by all ethical standards set forth by the certifying body and the organization.
- Participates in treatment team collaborations, community events, and multidisciplinary team meetings (as necessary).
- Assists clinical staff in day-to-day case management tasks as (necessary).
Required Qualifications:
- Certification by Addiction Professionals of South Carolina as a Peer Support Specialist (at a minimum), to include staying up to date with continuing education and reporting through Certemy
Salary: $28,000 - $33,000
Application Deadline: Résumés will be accepted until the position is filled.
“Apply Now” link to smauritzen@westviewbehavioral.org
Posted 06/09/2026 | Applications will be accepted until position is filled.
Organization: Dorchester Alcohol and Drug Commission
Organization Address: 320 Midland Parkway, Suite C, Summerville, SC 29485
Job Description: Position for a full-time Peer Support Specialist to provide services to clients, their family members, and the community. Duties are primarily office-based, although some service delivery may occur outside the office.
Job Responsibilities:
- Provides support to others who can benefit from the employee’s lived experiences.
- Assists with referrals to and from the agency and coordinates care for clients.
Required Qualifications:
- A minimum of two years of active participation in a local or national self-help group or recovery movement
- Ability to demonstrate recovery knowledge and expertise
- If not certified as a Peer Support Specialist, ability to successfully complete the 40-hour certification training required by the state substance use authority
Preferred Qualifications:
- Certification as a Peer Support Specialist
Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience (Among other benefits, employment includes a 100% paid individual health plan, generous leave policy and 14 paid holidays per year, training fees and professional dues, reimbursement of supervision hours for licensure, employee assistance program)
Application Deadline: Cover letters and résumés will be accepted until the position is filled.
Posted 04/10/2026 | Applications will be accepted until position is filled.
Organization: Concordance
Organization Address: 16 Hyland Road, Greenville, SC 29615
Job Description: Concordance’s reentry program is designed to dramatically reduce recidivism by helping individuals with justice involvement lead meaningful, abundant, and joyful lives. Their holistic, evidence-based model offers a wide range of services -- therapy, case management, yoga, behavioral health and substance use recovery groups, spiritual care, life skills, medical care, education, and job readiness. Each participant is formally supported by a Care Team for a full year, ensuring stability and long-term success.
Job Responsibilities:
FACILITATING EXCELLENT PARTICIPANT PROGRAMMING
- Conducts impactful weekly 1:1 and group sessions with participants utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing approaches to support participants in achieving their goals.
- Provides frequent, supportive communications to participants throughout post-release phases.
- Updates participants' objectives and goals in their treatment plans.
- Uses assessments to confirm treatment plan goals and progress.
- Upholds the quality and fidelity of the Concordance Re-entry Model curriculum when delivering 1:1 and group sessions.
- Prepares for sessions in advance to maximize effectiveness of interactions.
- Evaluates participant progress and support needed, with the use of assessments and other evaluations as needed.
COMMUNICATING WITH MULTI-DISCIPLINARY CARE TEAM
- Documents sessions (for individual and groups), including noteworthy participant interactions in electronic record system.
- Works collaboratively with participants' care teams, providing input on progress and flagging holistic participant needs.
- Participates in internal meetings (Behavioral Health and Wellness team meetings, All Team meetings, 1:1 supervisor meeting[s], and training sessions).
- Occasionally helps set up for Center events or moves classroom around, including but not limited to carrying and setting up tables and chairs.
Required Qualifications:
- Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, Behavioral Health, or a related field
- Independent clinical license
- 3-5 years of experience working in mental health and substance use disorders, with equal focus on mental health and substance use treatment
- Familiarity with and endorsement of 12 Step programs, and equal experience with traditional Cognitive Behavioral Therapy interventions
- Passion for Concordance's mission
- Ability to resolve conflicts in crisis situations, redirect and set boundaries, and work with a diverse team
- Collaborative attitude and excitement about working in a multi-disciplinary environment
- Flexibility and adaptability to balance priorities
- Effective communication skills with the broader care team
- Skill in documenting interactions in case notes and flagging participant needs
- Commitment to professionalism, integrity, and compassion in all interactions
- Ability to sit, stand, and walk for a considerable amount of time throughout the day (Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.)
Preferred Qualifications:
- CPR / Adult First Aid certification
Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience
Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted until position is filled.
Posted 07/30/2026 | Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Organization: The Forrester Center for Behavioral Health
Organization Address: 129 Dillon Drive, Spartanburg, SC 29307
Job Description: Position develops, implements, and oversees alcohol, tobacco and other drug abuse prevention programming for all ages and facets of the county. Provides the general public and community partners with education through public presentations as well as distribution of materials. Supervises additional prevention department staff.
Job Responsibilities
- Develops the mission and vision for the Prevention Department.
- Supervises all department activities, programs, and staff.
- Oversees agency and grant deliverables.
- Develops and monitors budgets to ensure the proper allocation of funding for all programs.
- Engages community members through in-person events, marketing, and communication in an effort to promote a positive public image among The Forrester Center’s various audiences and the community as a whole; and advances The Forrester Center’s efforts to increase access to and utilization of behavioral health services.
- Collaborates with agency staff to achieve brand consistency, coordination of messages, and the highest standards for internal and external communications.
- Serves on various boards, committees, and public boards to provide services, education, and referrals.
- Responsible for the content of education materials disseminated to the public.
- Represents the agency on local, regional, and statewide committees dealing with substance use disorder prevention.
- Performs related tasks as required.
- MARGINAL DUTIES: Serves on Senior Leadership and Continuous Improvement Committee. Always has the best interests of the agency in mind and serves as a representative of the agency internally and externally.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or a closely related field
- Applicable Prevention Professional certifications
- At least three years of experience in the field
Salary: $56,572.00 - $60,000.00 (Benefits include dental insurance, employee assistance program, flexible spending account, health insurance, health savings account, life insurance, paid time off, retirement plan, and vision insurance.)
Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Posted 01/06/2026 | Letters of interest and résumés will be accepted until the position is filled.
Organization: Sumter Behavioral Health Services
Organization Address: 755 Electric Drive, Sumter, SC 29153
Job Description: Position is responsible for providing substance abuse prevention education programs, outreach, and engagement efforts in the Sumter County community. Also responsible for assisting with community referrals, community coalition building, and advocacy services in schools, as well as with community-based organizations, key stakeholders, government offices, and community leaders.
Job Responsibilities:
- Coordinates and implements evidence-based prevention programs with older adults, parents, families, youth of all ages, and in schools in Sumter County.
- Documents delivery of programs, inputs data into computerized collection systems, identifies outcomes, and generates written reports as required.
- Maintains existing partnerships and develops additional relationships with community partners through participation in local and county meetings or other events.
- Investigates new materials for agency for youth and adults; makes proposals of new programs and designs "special presentations" as the need arises, such as programs for high school youth.
- Assists with the maintenance of the organization's prevention resources; maintains inventory of materials and expands current resources; and monitors, records, and responds to requests for information and materials.
- Partners with and maintains relationships with local law enforcement for Alcohol Enforcement Team (AET), including those offices within the circuit served by Sumter Behavioral Health Services (SBHS).
- Enters data following community activities to track weekly tasks.
- Sets up and coordinates events where prevention materials must be present, including set-up, transporting of agency swag, and conducting speaking engagements to share knowledge and educational materials.
- Travels between a couple of counties when required to disseminate information, schedule and attend "Prom Promise" events and other organized activities per the SBHS County Plan.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Public Health, or a related field; one year of experience in prevention programming (or a related field); and experience with the development of programs and building collaborations OR a master's degree in a related field
- Must be certified within three years of hire date as a Certified Prevention Specialist and maintain certification
- Strong interpersonal and facilitation skills
- Willingness to speak to groups ranging from 2 to 500
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work some nights and occasional weekends
- Use of a vehicle for self-transportation (mileage reimbursement) to required meetings, conferences or trainings, or community activities
- Ability to work well independently and with others as part of a team
- Excellent communication skills – oral and written
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher), Zoom, and other virtual communication and social media platforms
Preferred Qualifications:
Salary: $35,000 - $40,000 (based on experience & credentials)
Application Deadline: Letters of interest and résumés will be accepted until the position is filled.