High School Substance Use Counselor – Student Wellness & Intervention

Young World Physical Education; Breckenridge (CO); On-site; USD 56,501 - 69,056; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a .85 Substance Use Counselor to help students at Summit High School and Snowy Peaks High School in Breckenridge, Colorado. This full-time, grant-funded position will involve providing counseling services, conducting assessments, and connecting students with community resources.

The ideal candidate will have an active CDE SSP license, strong communication skills, and a commitment to fostering wellness among students. The role offers a starting salary of $62,779 per year with a starting date of August 5, 2026.

Qualifications

• Must have an active CDE SSP license or be able to obtain it.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are necessary.
• Good time management and organizational skills are expected.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group intervention sessions for students.
• Conduct screenings and assessments for substance use concerns.
• Foster relationships with families to connect them to support resources.
• Coordinate with community mental health and substance use providers.

Skills

Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Effective time management and organizational skills

Education

Active CDE special service provider (SSP) license or ability to obtain

Job description

Young World Physical Education is seeking a .85 Substance Use Counselor to help students at Summit High School and Snowy Peaks High School in Breckenridge, Colorado. This full-time, grant-funded position will involve providing counseling services, conducting assessments, and connecting students with community resources.

The ideal candidate will have an active CDE SSP license, strong communication skills, and a commitment to fostering wellness among students. The role offers a starting salary of $62,779 per year with a starting date of August 5, 2026.