Drug & Alcohol Counselor

Drug & Alcohol Counselor

The Drug and Alcohol Counselor provide prevention, education, intervention, assessment, counseling, and referral services to Texas Southern University students experiencing substance use concerns. This position supports the university's commitment to student wellness, academic success, retention, and personal development by promoting healthy decision-making and reducing the impact of alcohol and drug misuse on the campus community. The counselor collaborates with campus departments, student organizations, residence life staff, faculty, and community partners to provide comprehensive substance abuse prevention and intervention services while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and university regulations.

Essential duties include conducting substance use assessments, developing individualized treatment plans, providing short-term individual counseling, facilitating educational workshops, conducting group counseling, collaborating with campus departments, coordinating referrals, maintaining confidential clinical records, participating in crisis intervention, developing campus-wide prevention initiatives, monitoring trends in student substance use, and providing consultation and training.

The position requires a master's degree in counseling, social work, psychology, marriage and family therapy, public health, or a related field from an accredited institution. Required licensing includes a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) in the State of Texas, or eligibility to obtain licensure within six months of hire. Preferred credentials include Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or related clinical credential. Valid Texas Driver's License is preferred.

Knowledge of federal, state, local, and county laws, policies, procedures, and practices is required. Skills include detail orientation, effective customer service, problem-solving, multitasking, time management, coordinating work of others, budget management, planning activities, leading projects, and both verbal and written communication. Ability to prepare detailed reports, work independently, and communicate effectively is also required.

Minimum of two years of experience providing substance abuse counseling, prevention programming, or behavioral health services is required. Experience working with college-aged populations is preferred. Ability to maintain the security or integrity of critical infrastructure is also required.

Texas Southern University is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, individuals with disability, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its programs, activities, admissions, or employment policies.