"Addictions Counselor Engage Eastern NC"

Addictions Counselor Engage Eastern NC

Position Number: 500336
Full Time or Part Time: Full Time
Anticipated Recruitment Range: Commensurate with Qualifications
Position Type: Non-Faculty
Job Category: Non-Faculty Instructional & Research

Organizational Unit Overview:

The Department of Addictions and Rehabilitation Studies (DARS) at East Carolina University began in 1967 with a degree in Rehabilitation Counseling. The first students graduated in 1969. Currently, the department has the following degree programs: B.S. in Rehabilitation Services, M.S. in Clinical Counseling with an emphasis in addictions, M.S. in Rehabilitation Counseling, and Ph.D. in Counselor Preparation and Research; both masters programs and the doctoral program are CACREP accredited. DARS also supports a faculty-directed, student operated counseling clinic called the Navigate Counseling Clinic. The Navigate Counseling Clinic and funded research projects provide mental health, addiction, rehabilitation, and employment counseling services to individuals in eastern NC.

Job Duties:

The Addictions Counselor will provide direct assessment, treatment planning, mental health and addictions counseling, and case management services. Additionally, the Addictions Counselor will maintain active collaborative relationship with community treatment organizations and health departments. The Addictions Counselor will also assist the Project Coordinator, Project Director, and Project Evaluator to complete treatment related data reports.
Contingent upon availability of funds.

Minimum Education/Experience:

MA/MS in Counselor Education or closely related field.

License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation:

None

Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education:

Licensure as a clinical addictions specialist or associate (LCAS/LCAS-A).
Experience providing direct service for individuals with substance use and co-occurring disorders.

Special Instructions to Applicant:

East Carolina University requires applicants to submit a candidate profile online in order to be considered for the position. Candidates must also submit a cover letter, resume, and a list of three references, including contact information, online.
At the time of employment two to three original letters of reference, official transcripts, a criminal background check, and proper documentation of identity and employability are required. Please be aware that if candidate of choice, an automatic e-mail will be sent to the individuals entered by the applicant in the References section of the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system. Letters of reference submitted via the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system will be verified and considered towards meeting this requirement.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Additional Instructions to Applicant:

In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable.

Job Close Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Initial Screening Begins: 02/18/2026

To apply, visit https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/91392