Counselor/Substance Abuse Educator | The University of North Carolina at Asheville - Military Veterans

UNC Overview : Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains in Western North Carolina, UNC Asheville is the designated public liberal arts campus in the University of North Carolina system. UNC Asheville is nationally known for the quality of our student-centered teaching, mentoring of undergraduates in research, interdisciplinary learning, and striving to be an inclusive campus community. UNC Asheville is committed to promoting diversity and a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and the ability to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds. Staff members are encouraged to take an active role to engage in the institution's efforts in promoting diversity and inclusion throughout the workplace. The successful candidate is expected to foster an inclusive work culture where uniqueness of beliefs, backgrounds, talents, capabilities and ways of living are respected and welcomed. Women, traditionally under-represented minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Classification Title : Counselor/Coordinator of Drug & Alcohol Programs Department: Student Health and Counseling Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time Months per Year: 12 Months Position Summary : This position is funded through student health fees to lead and consult with the UNC Asheville community regarding mental health and substance abuse services, issues, and programs. This position provides individual and group counseling, educational groups, mental health evaluations, and referrals to the local community for all appropriate students. This position is split between the delivery of individual and group counseling (75%) and coordination of substance abuse education. (25%) This position also has responsibility to develop and implement outreach services, prevention programs, and program evaluation/assessment activities related to mental health and substance abuse. Minimum Education/Experience/Skill : Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work, or Professional Counseling North Carolina Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist or equivalent North Carolina license in Psychology, Social Work, or Professional Counseling Experience/training in Substance Abuse Counseling and education programming with a college population. Three to five years experience in a substance abuse counseling. Preferred Education/Experience/Skill : Three to five years of experiences as a licensed therapist. Quick Link for Positing: 6873 EO/AA/ADA Employer: None