Collegiate Recovery Programs Coordinator

Kennesaw State University; Kennesaw (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Kennesaw State University | Center for Addiction Recovery, Prevention & Education seeks a Recovery Mentor Program Coordinator to support students in recovery within a collegiate setting. You will coordinate peer mentoring, plan events, and manage communications while connecting students to recovery resources.

This full-time, regular role involves marketing efforts, data tracking, and collaboration with program staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education in Psychology, Public Health, Health Education, Communications, Public Relations or related field
• Current, valid unrestricted driver's license
• CARES (Certified Addiction Recovery Empowerment Specialist) Prevention Specialist-Addictive Disease or eligible within three months as a condition of employment
• One year of experience in addiction, recovery, behavioral health, or related field, preferably in a higher education setting; lived recovery experience and peer mentorship experience encouraged

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and provides peer support to an assigned cohort of students in recovery from opioid use disorders, substance use, and other addictive disorders
• Plans, coordinates and facilitates educational events, trainings, and workshops related to addictive disorders and substance use prevention
• Assists Collegiate Recovery Program leader and staff in responding to student inquiries
• Connects students with appropriate personnel regarding financial aid, housing challenges, and development of skills for student success
• Provides peer supports regarding personal, academic, and social needs of students in recovery
• Implements and coordinates development of marketing materials to promote addiction recovery programs on campus and social media
• Assists in tracking and analyzing key metrics to assess program impact
• Maintains timely program records, tracks participation metrics, and assists with assessment and reporting for program evaluation
• Assists department program managers with administrative tasks, fundraising, volunteer coordination, project management, and education programs

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Initiative

Teamwork

Problem solving

Independent judgment

Organization

Communication

Time management

Project management

Presentation skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Psychology/Public Health/Health Education/Communications or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Kennesaw State University | Center for Addiction Recovery, Prevention & Education seeks a Recovery Mentor Program Coordinator to support students in recovery within a collegiate setting. You will coordinate peer mentoring, plan events, and manage communications while connecting students to recovery resources.

This full-time, regular role involves marketing efforts, data tracking, and collaboration with program staff.