Recovery Mentor Program Coordinator, Center for Addiction Recovery, Prevention & Education

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

Recovery Mentor Program Coordinator, Center for Addiction Recovery, Prevention & Education

Job ID: 305053

Location: Kennesaw, Georgia

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

Are you ready to transform lives through academic excellence, innovative research, strong community partnerships and economic opportunity? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With growing enrollment and global reach, we continue to expand our institutional influence and prominence beyond the state of Georgia. We offer more than 190 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to empower over 50,000 students to become thought leaders, lifelong learners, and informed global citizens. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics draw students from throughout the region and from more than 100 countries across the globe. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employer of choice. We are part of the University System of Georgia. We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University in our vision. Come Take Flight at KSU!

Location

(Primary Location for Job Responsibilities) Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144.

Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.

Job Summary

Provides coordination, peer mentoring, and recovery support to individuals working toward sustainable recovery in a collegiate environment. Provides support and resources to students in recovery from substance use, opioid use disorders, and other addictive disorders, as well as those seeking recovery services. Assists with administrative activities, program coordination, project management, and educational initiatives. Develops and implements marketing and social media outreach related to substance use education, prevention, and recovery. Serves as a liaison and peer mentor, connecting students with appropriate recovery education, resources, and support.

This position is considered limited-term staff since it utilizes contingent funding which is currently secured through June 30, 2027. Employment thereafter will be conditional based on continued availability of funding.

Responsibilities

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• 1. Coordinates and provides peer support to an assigned cohort of students in recovery from opioid use disorders, substance use, and other addictive disorders
• 2. Plans, coordinates and facilitates educational events, trainings, and workshops related to addictive disorders and substance use prevention
• 3. Assists Collegiate Recovery Program leader and staff in responding to student inquiries
• 4. Connects students with appropriate personnel regarding a variety of issues, such as financial aid, personal concerns, housing challenges, and the development of skills that support student success
• 5. Provides peer supports regarding personal, academic, and social needs of students in recovery, such as self-awareness, life skills, goal setting, on-campus living, and sober events
• 6. Implements and coordinates the development of marketing materials to promote addiction recovery programs on campus and on various social media platforms
• 7. Assists in tracking and analyzing key metrics to assess the impact of program
• 8. Maintains timely and complete program records, tracks participation metrics, and assists with assessment and reporting efforts to support program evaluation
• 9. Assists department program managers with administrative tasks, fundraising and volunteer coordination, project management, and education programs

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education in Psychology, Public Health, Health Education, Communications, Public Relations or related field

Other Required Qualifications

• Current, valid unrestricted driver's license
• CARES (Certified Addiction Recovery Empowerment Specialist) Prevention Specialist-Addictive Disease or eligible within three (3) months as a condition of employment

Required Experience

• One (1) year of experience in addiction, recovery, behavioral health, or a related field, preferably in a higher education setting. Relevant internship, student assistantship, or graduate assistantship experience may be considered. Lived experience with recovery and demonstrated experience providing peer support, mentorship, or sponsorship within a recovery setting

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Educational Qualifications

• An advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field

Preferred Experience

• Intermediate experience with social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, etc.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

• Adheres to mandatory abuse reporting laws and HIPPA requirements
• Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time, meeting assigned deadlines

KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge and understanding of addiction, recovery, and the continuum of care for substance use disorders
• Knowledge of signs and symptoms of substance use and other addictive disorders

SKILLS

• Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management, and presentation skills
• Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite)
• Strong attention to detail and follow up skills
• Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.

For additional information or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, [e-mail].

Other Information

• This is not a supervisory position.
• This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
• This position will be required to drive.
• This role is considered a position of trust.
• This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
• This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time.

Background Check

• Standard Enhanced + Education & DMV

Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.

All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.

https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/hrap_manual/HRAP_Background_Investigation_Employment.pdf