Careers

Waypoint Recovery Center is a residential, behavioral health care facility located in Cameron, South Carolina specializing in the treatment of people dealing with an alcohol and/or drug addiction. Our Company Mission is to “Improve The Lives We Touch” and our Values are: Honesty Competence, Perseverance, Passion, Respect and Teamwork. We are looking for people who possess these qualities to become a part of our team.

If you are interested in working at Waypoint Recovery Center, please complete the form below and submit a resume detailing your experience in substance use disorder treatment.

Current Open Positions

Admissions Coordinator/Counselor

Waypoint Recovery Center is a 35 bed residential substance use disorder treatment facility looking for a qualified candidate to fill an Admissions Coordinator/Counselor position within the facility. Waypoint is an equal opportunity employer whose mission is to Improve The Lives We Touch. Our Values include Honesty, Competence, Perseverance, Passion, Respect and Teamwork. If you want to work for a company who values those things then apply with us!

Your job as an Admissions Coordinator/Counselor would be:

• Help the Director of Admissions to coordinate the inquiry and admission processes
• Conducts over the phone screenings
• Review clinical information and make decisions surrounding appropriateness for admission to Waypoint
• Utilize and provide upkeep of inquiry database for all calls and admissions
• Assist with initial intake paperwork for new admissions
• Understand the importance of “first impressions” and strive for the best when welcoming clients, families and guests to the facility

The ideal candidate would have:

• Experience working in an Admissions Department
• A certification as an addictions counselor or a degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology or related field
• A minimum of one (1) years experience in the behavioral health field or an equivalent combination of education, experience and training that provides required knowledge, skills and abilities required
• Excellent customer service skills
• An action oriented mindset with a sense of urgency
• Proficiency with a computer
• The ability to pick up procedures quickly

Waypoint Recovery Center offers a comprehensive benefit plan and a competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. Waypoint Recovery Center is a Drug Free Workplace and an EOE.To apply for this position: submit your resume & cover letter here.

Director of Admissions

Waypoint Recovery Center is a 35 bed residential substance use disorder treatment facility looking for a qualified candidate to fill a new leadership position within the facility.  Waypoint is expanding capacity and will be 67 beds by year end.  Waypoint is looking for someone to lead the Admissions team during this exciting time of growth and expansion.  The Director of Admissions is a member of the Senior Management Team and is responsible for the daily operations of the Admissions Department.

The Director of Admissions:

• Manages Admissions Team
• Provides Training and Supervision as needed
• Oversees the inquiry and admission processes
• Completes phone screenings
• Reviews clinical information
• Makes decisions surrounding clinical appropriateness for admission to Waypoint
• Completes Intake Assessments
• Utilizes and provides upkeep of inquiry database
• Completes initial intake paperwork and clinical assessments
• Participates in morning meetings
• Completes reports for presentation and submission to CEO and Corporate Office
• Is a liaison with the Corporate Call Center, Clinical Team, Referral Sources, Utilization Review, Business Office and Business Development
• This person understands the importance of “first impressions” and strives for the best when welcoming clients, families and guests to the facility.

The ideal candidate would have:

• Experience in Management
• Experience leading an Admissions Department.
• A certification as an addictions counselor or a degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology or related field and/or a minimum of five (5) years experience in the behavioral health field or an equivalent combination of education, experience and training that provides required knowledge, skills and abilities required.
• Excellent Computer skills working in a variety of programs and data bases

Waypoint Recovery Center offers a comprehensive benefit plan and a competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. Waypoint Recovery Center is a Drug Free Workplace and an EOE.To apply for this position: submit your resume & cover letter here.

Addictions Counselor – Part-Time – Weekends

Your Job as a Counselor:

The Substance Use Disorder Counselor is the glue that holds our patient’s treatment and recovery plan together using motivational interviewing, accountability and shame free support. Our Counselors provide high quality, compassionate care through various mediums which include both individual and group counseling sessions. Our Counselor will plan, oversee, facilitate and document their patient’s recovery as well as provide leadership and guidance for the activities of other personnel.

Your Responsibilities as a Counselor:

• Conduct individual counseling sessions as scheduled and documents as required
• Conduct group and/or family sessions as scheduled and documents as required
• May co-facilitate assigned group or family sessions
• Assist in the completion of initial bio-psychosocial assessments for patients;
• Ensure all documentation regarding patient care, treatment and incidents is completed timely and in a clear, concise manner
• Provide crisis intervention to patients, as needed
• Evaluate patient’ needs and determines if referrals to other programs or facilities are needed

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in social or health services field with 4+ years experience in counseling field; degree must be from an accredited college or university
• Previous experience providing guidance and direction to others
• Previous experience in Addictions

Licenses/Certifications:

• Master level counselors who are licensed to practice (LPC, LISW, LMSW, LMFT) in South Carolina are highly desired

Waypoint Recovery Center offers a comprehensive benefit plan and a competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. Waypoint Recovery Center is a Drug Free Workplace and an EOE.To apply for this position: submit your resume & cover letter here.

Director of Clinical Services

Waypoint Recovery Center is a 35 bed Residential Treatment facility for Substance Use Disorders located in Cameron, SC and an outpatient treatment office located in North Charleston, SC. Waypoint is currently expanding to 67 beds and is looking for an experienced Director of Clinical Services to lead the growing client care operations. Our Company Mission is to “Improve the Lives We Touch” and our Values are: Honesty Competence, Perseverance, Passion, Respect and Teamwork. We are looking for someone who possesses these qualities to become a part of our Leadership team. The Director of Clinical Services is responsible for Day to Day Client Care Operations in the residential and outpatient location.

Expectations and Job Duties Include but are not limited to:

• The development and management of a high quality treatment program. Responsible for the overall quality and delivery of client care and the therapeutic milieu.
• The hiring, development and management of a cohesive clinical team.
• The development and management of clinical strategic planning
• Efficient personnel management and oversight.
• Contributing to and working collaboratively with the Senior Leadership Team, Business Development and community partners/referral sources.
• Development of Performance Improvement initiatives related to the clinical product.
• Responsible for the revision and implementation of policies and procedures as appropriate.
• Responsible for implementing and meeting standards and regulations of our licensing entity, The Joint Commission, and other regulatory standards including Managed Care.
• Planning and maintaining staffing of the Clinical Services Department.
• Provide Supervision to Clinical Services Department Personnel on a weekly basis.

The Qualified Candidate must:

• Be a fully licensed counselor in the state of South Carolina and/or certified as an Addictions Counselor I or II by SCAADAC, an Addictions Counselor Certified by NAADAC or have obtained reciprocity from an approved certification board.
• Be an experienced clinical leader in the field of Substance Use Disorders.

Waypoint Recovery Center offers a comprehensive benefit plan and a competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. Waypoint Recovery Center is a Drug Free Workplace and an EOE.To apply for this position: submit your resume & cover letter here.

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