Job Details

University of Nevada, Reno

Counselor, Substance Abuse

Department: Office of Associate Dean of Students

Department Web Address: http://www.unr.edu/student-conduct

Full Time Equivalent: FTE 100%

Position Type: Administrative Faculty

List Rank/Range(s):

Tenure Track: Non Tenure Track

Job Description:
The Substance Abuse counselor is primarily responsible for assisting in the development and provision of Alcohol and other Drug (AOD) assessment and counseling services for students at the University of Nevada, Reno. The substance abuse counselor will also participate in health professional consultation services and substance abuse education and outreach. The substance abuse counselor will maintain an office in the Office of Student Conduct and report directly to the Assistant Dean for the Office of Student Conduct. This position is funded through the University's Counseling Services. In addition, the Substance Abuse Counselor may collaborate with other University departments for substance related programming or staff and community training opportunities. The position utilizes the harm reduction model, determines and implements evidence-based intervention and treatment plans for referred clients, completes AOD assessments, and performs individual counseling for students.

The Office of Student Conduct offers a number of services related to assisting students who are dealing with issues related to the use, misuse or abuse of alcohol and other drugs. The Office of Student Conduct offers services to students who have violated the University alcohol and drug policy, have received an alcohol and other drug related citation, have been told to participate in an educational intervention by the court system or who have been referred to participate in such an intervention by another University agency. The Office of Student Conduct offers counseling services to students seeking to address issues in their life related to their use, misuse or abuse of alcohol and other drugs.

The University of Nevada, Reno is one of eight institutions of higher education governed by the Nevada System of Higher Education. With a growing student enrollment in the Fall of 2016 of 21,353, 36% of our student body are from traditionally underrepresented populations. With a total budget of over $600 million and research awards of $201 million, the university provides a comprehensive selection of degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate and doctoral levels. Recently recognized as an emerging Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), the university is also recognized as a Top Tier Best National University by U.S. News & World Report (7th year in a row). The university is located in the picturesque Truckee Meadows at the base of the Sierra Nevada and in the middle of the nation's next new College Town, the City of Reno. The University of Nevada, Reno is just a short distance from the state capitol, the beautiful Lake Tahoe area, numerous state and national parks. Also, the City of Reno is less than a 4 hours' drive from San Francisco.
The University of Nevada, Reno recognizes that diversity promotes excellence in education and research. We are an inclusive and engaged community and recognize the added value that students, faculty, and staff from different backgrounds bring to the educational experience.

Required Qualifications:
Bachelors Degree from an accredited institution with two years of relevant work experience, or a Masters Degree with one year of relevant work experience. Relevant Experience: substance abuse counseling, psychiatry, psychology, social work, family therapy, nursing, medicine, or other State Board approved social science field. Nevada Licensed Drug and Alcohol Counselor (or eligible to obtain license)

Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working with a diverse student body population in a college or university environment.

Contact Information for this Position: Search Coordinator Alyson Castro alysonc@unr.edu

Special Instructions to Applicants: Please attach a Cover Letter, Resume, three professional references, and Alcohol and Drug Licensure/Certification (if obtained).

Job Open Date: 05/16/2017

Job Close Date:

Open Until Filled: Yes

Search Number: 72582

Note to All Applicants: A background check will be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire. HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified, HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty members first day of employment. The University of Nevada, Reno is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its students and employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, creed, national origin, veteran status, physical or mental disability, and sexual orientation, or genetic information, gender identity, or gender expression. The University of Nevada, Reno employs only United States citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Women, under-represented groups, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

To apply, visit: https://www.unrsearch.com/

The University of Nevada, Reno is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its students and employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, creed, national origin, veteran status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, or gender expression. The University of Nevada employs only United States citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Women and under-represented groups are encouraged to apply.



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