Develop individualized treatment, intervention, and recovery
support plans.
Provide short-term individual counseling focused on substance
use, recovery, relapse prevention, and wellness.
Facilitate educational workshops, prevention programs, and
awareness campaigns related to alcohol, tobacco, cannabis,
prescription drug misuse, and other substances.
Conduct group counseling and support groups for students in
recovery or seeking behavioral change.
Collaborate with Residence Life, Student Conduct, Campus
Police, Athletics, Student Organizations, and Student Affairs to
support student wellness initiatives.
Coordinate referrals to community treatment providers,
rehabilitation programs, medical professionals, and mental health
specialists when necessary.
Maintain confidential clinical records and documentation in
accordance with HIPAA, FERPA, ethical standards, and university
policies.
Assist in crisis intervention and behavioral health response
efforts involving substance-related concerns.
Develop and implement campus-wide prevention initiatives during
National Recovery Month, Alcohol Awareness Month, and other health
promotion campaigns.
Monitor trends in student substance use and recommend
strategies to improve prevention and intervention efforts.
Participating in university committees focused on student
health, wellness, retention, and risk management.
Provide consultation and training to faculty, staff, student
leaders, and residence life personnel regarding substance abuse
prevention and intervention.
% FTE
1.0
Hiring Range
$55,038.89 - $70,174.59
Education
Master’s degree in counseling, Social Work, Psychology, Marriage
and Family Therapy, Public Health, or a related field from an
accredited institution.
Required Licensing/Certification
- Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor ( LCDC ) in the State of
Texas, or eligibility to obtain licensure within six months of
hire.
- Licensed Professional Counselor ( LPC ), Licensed Clinical
Social Worker ( LCSW ), or related clinical credential
preferred.
- Valid Texas Driver’s License preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of:
- Federal, State, Local and County laws.
- Policies, procedures, and practices.
- Requires full/complete knowledge in multiple disciplines and
serves as an ultimate subject matter expert in at least one
discipline or function. Demonstrates full command of technical and
functional principles, procedures, and subject matter in multiple
disciplines to handle any situation and lead or train others.
Requires the ability to lead the development or modification of
work procedures across multiple disciplines.
- Microsoft Office Professional or similar applications.
Skill in:
- Detail oriented.
- Effective customer service.
- Problem-solving and decision-making.
- Multitasking and time management.
- Coordinating work of others.
- Budget management.
- Planning activities.
- Leading projects.
- Both verbal and written communication.
Ability to:
- Prepare detailed reports.
- Work independently.
- Communicate effectively.
Work Experience
- Minimum of two years of experience providing substance abuse
counseling, prevention programming, or behavioral health
services.
- Experience working with college-aged populations is
preferred.
- Ability to maintain the security or integrity of critical
infrastructure, which may include communications systems, computer
networks and systems, cybersecurity systems, electrical grid,
hazardous waste treatment or water treatment system.
Working/Environmental Conditions
- Limited standing and/or walking.
- Handling light weight objects.
- Using or carrying equipment.
- Stoop, bend or lift.
Desired start date
Position End Date (if temporary)
Posting Detail Information
UA EEO Statement
It is the policy of Texas Southern University to provide a work
environment that is free from discrimination for all persons
regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin,
individuals with disability, sexual orientation, or protected
veteran status in its programs, activities, admissions or
employment policies. This policy of equal opportunity is strictly
observed in all University employment-related activities such as
advertising, recruiting, interviewing, testing, employment
training, compensation, promotion, termination, and employment
benefits. This policy expressly prohibits harassment and
discrimination in employment based on race, color, religion,
gender, gender identity, genetic history, national origin,
individuals with disability, age, citizenship status, or protected
veteran status. This policy shall be adhered to in accordance with
the provisions of all applicable federal, state and local laws,
including, but not limited to, Title VII of the Civil Rights
Act.
Manual of Administrative Policies and Procedures
Close Date
10/12/2026
Open Until Filled (overrides close field)
No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Open to all applicants.
Posting Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you have a Master’s degree in counseling, Social Work,
Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy, Public Health, or a
related field from an accredited institution?
- * Do you have a minimum of two years of experience providing
substance abuse counseling, prevention programming, or behavioral
health services?
- * Do you have experience working with college-aged populations?
- * Are you a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) in
the State of Texas, or eligibility to obtain licensure within six
months of hire?
- A Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) in the State of
Texas
- Eligibility to obtain licensure within six months of hire
- None of the above
- * Are you a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed
Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or related clinical credential?
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- Official Transcripts
Optional Documents
- Other Document
- Reference Letter 1
- Reference Letter 2
- Reference Letter 3
