Director, Collegiate Recovery and Intervention Services

Job Summary: The Director of Collegiate Recovery and Intervention Services oversees and manages the campus programs around substance (mis)use/abuse and recovery.

Additional Department Summary: The Director of Collegiate Recovery and Intervention Services has comprehensive responsibility for establishing and maintaining the overall mission and vision of the department consistent with the mission of the Division and University. This position is responsible for providing oversight of all department operations and managing the day-to-day operations of the department; the strategic planning and vision for the department; all supervisory authority of staff and all fiscal resources, including the management of the department’s budget, and setting priorities for resource utilization to allow for programs and services that enable The University of Alabama to become a national leader in campus intervention and recovery programs.

The Director may provide clinical supervision of all clinically-related substance abuse activities that affect student well-being, such as when to refer for further mental health assessment and counseling. The Director will provide leadership on developing effective alcohol and substance abuse prevention and management strategies for recovering students.

The Director is also responsible for all supervisory authority in the department, including recruitment, hiring, training, professional development, and evaluation of professional and support staff, as well as any disciplinary actions.

The Director oversees and serves a highly specific targeted population within the UA student population, including students who have violated the Code of Student Conduct specifically related to alcohol and other drugs, as well as those who have experienced the impact of substance misuse/abuse, and those students who have met the challenges of treatment and experienced the rewards of recovery, and are asking to maintain their commitment with and through a supportive recovery community. These programs and students are unique in that there is considerable and consistent collaboration with various on campus services designed to assist students in academic success and retention in addition to the technical clinical processes required.

Responsible for completing required training and promoting a safe, hospitable, and respectful workplace. Responsible for holding staff accountable for completion of required training. Has personal accountability for financial reporting and responsibility for establishing, enforcing, and following internal processes and controls as outlined in UA policies and procedures.

Required Department Minimum Qualifications: Master’s degree in addiction and recovery science, social work, counseling, counselor education, marriage and family counseling, or psychology and eight (8) years of experience, to include some direct experience working with college/university students within an institution of higher education in the area of intervention or recovery from substance abuse/addiction. Specialized training and experience in the field of recovery and addiction studies (e.g., alcohol/drug use, addiction, and recovery), including primary and secondary prevention strategies and treatment options. Must include experience with emerging or young adults. If in recovery, must have completed seven (7) years in recovery.

Skills and Knowledge: Evidence of progressive job responsibilities, leadership of professional staff, or organization/ planning and program evaluation is required. Highly knowledgeable about addiction, treatment levels, recovery stages, relapse prevention, and components related to sustained recovery is required. Knowledgeable about the intersection of alcohol and sexual assault. Effective communication and interpersonal skills (listening, verbal, written) with a variety of on and off campus constituencies; planning/organizing/ problem solving, reasoning, and creativity; demonstrated knowledge and use of program assessment and evaluation processes. Demonstrated commitment to expand multicultural knowledge, awareness, and skills as evidenced through: demonstrating self awareness; understanding and valuing others; demonstrating knowledge of social inequalities; interacting effectively with a diversity of people; fostering equity and inclusion.

Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree in addiction and recovery science, social work, counseling, counselor education, marriage and family counseling, psychology, or other related degree that provides a foundation of knowledge about addiction and recovery. At least five (5) years of direct or related work experience with evidence of progressive job responsibilities, Direct experience working with college/university students within an institution of higher education in the area of intervention or recovery from substance abuse/addiction. Licensure in the state of Alabama at the level of an independent practitioner (LPC, LMFT, LCSW, clinical psychologist, etc.) or licensed-eligible within the state of Alabama and licensed obtained within one (1) year of hire.

Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.

Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, genetic or family medical history information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases.