This role is an on-campus, in-person position.
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated substance abuse counselor to help provide guidance and support for our students. In this role, you are responsible for conducting intake assessments, individual counseling, group therapy, and case coordination services. In addition you are required to develop all Substance Use Disorder (SUD) programming and treatment. You are also called upon to provide consultation and help with coordination of peer recovery services on campus.
To ensure success, the substance abuse counselor should be familiar with the latest treatment methods and collaborate with other mental health care specialists. Successful candidates will have excellent clinical knowledge and experience working with people in recovery.
Essential Functions:
- Provides assessment, individual counseling, group therapy, screening, information and education to persons requesting help. Evaluates clients' physical and mental behaviors, develops appropriate treatment and recovery plans, documents all services in the electronic health record, monitors clients over time to access treatment progress and case manages and refers to facilities and programs.
- Develops and implements early intervention and outreach program. Helps to develop a sober community program on campus.
- Collaborates regularly with counselors, psychiatrists, medical providers, and social workers. Assists primary caregivers to manage addiction-related behavior. Works collaboratively with the Office of Wellbeing, Dean of Students Office, and The Conduct Office.
- Supports other counseling clinical services and programs.
- Occasional evening/weekend hours may be required for Outreach and Educational Programming.
Education and Experience:
- A Master's degree is required. Must be a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor.
- A minimum of two years of experience is required.
- Experience with co-occurring health and mental health problems is required. Previous experience with the treatment of substance abuse disorders is preferred. Direct experience working with historically underrepresented populations is strongly preferred. Provision of substance abuse counseling in a collegiate setting is also preferred.
Deadline to Apply:
This position is open until filled.