Drug & Alcohol Counselor
Special Instructions
Communication Guidelines for Status Updates
To help our team work efficiently and provide timely service to everyone, we kindly ask that candidates refrain from calling the department for routine status updates regarding requests, applications, or ongoing matters.
Our team processes inquiries, we do not hire for them. Only the hiring department hires and reviews candidates in the order they are received. Frequent status calls may delay response times by reducing the time available to complete pending work.
If additional information or documentation is required, a member of the hiring team will contact you directly. If you are chosen for the position, you will be notified through the appropriate communication channel.
We appreciate your patience and cooperation as we work to serve all employees fairly and efficiently.
Thank you for your understanding and support.
Posting Details
Title Information
| Security Sensitive Position? | Yes |
| Hours of Work | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM M-F |
Position Details
Position Information
| Posting Number | TSU203752 |
| Official TSU Title | Drug & Alcohol Counselor |
| Grant Title | N/A |
| Job Description Summary / TWC Summary | 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 Summary | - Conduct substance uses assessments, screenings, and evaluations for students referred to through self-referral, faculty, staff, residence life, campus police, or the student conduct process. - 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 | 11/16/2026 |
| 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?
- Yes
- No
- Do you have a minimum of two years of experience providing substance abuse counseling, prevention programming, or behavioral health services?
- Yes
- No
- Do you have experience working with college-aged populations?
- Yes
- No
- 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?
- Yes
- No
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
