Job Information
Colorado State University Mental Health Counselor - Alcohol & Other Drugs (AOD) Focus in Fort Collins, Colorado
Posting Detail Information
Working TitleMental Health Counselor - Alcohol & Other Drugs (AOD) Focus
Position LocationFort Collins, CO
Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person
Research Professional PositionNo
Posting Number202400661AP
Position TypeAdmin Professional/ Research Professional
Classification TitleProf/Indiv Contrib III
Number of Vacancies1
Work Hours/Week40
Proposed Annual Salary Range$57,056-$83,661; Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Employee Benefits
Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, commitment todiversity, equity and inclusion (https://inclusiveexcellence.colostate.edu/about/) , and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.
Review our detailed benefits information here. (https://hr.colostate.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/25/2021/01/benefits-summary-afap.pdf)
Explore the additional perks of working at CSU here.
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Desired Start Date
Position End Date (if temporary)
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on05/19/2024
Description of Work Unit
Counseling Services
Counseling Services at the CSU Health Network provides clinical services, outreach and consultation and training services. Our professional staff includes licensed psychologists, licensed clinical social workers, and licensed professional counselors, as well as graduate student staff from each of these disciplines. Our staff provides high quality mental health and substance use services that are easily accessible and support student success. We are dedicated to affirming respect, compassion, and acceptance for all, and we celebrate diversity with regard to all backgrounds and identities. Counseling Services supports the education and prevention mission of the CSU Health Network through presentations and training on mental health topics. Through outreach and consultation, we create collaborative relationships with offices serving students typically underrepresented in higher education and mental health services. Our training program provides post degree fellowship, internship, and practicum training to graduate students in psychology, social work, counseling, and student affairs. We recognize the importance of quality supervision and training in the education of future mental health professionals. For more information about CSU Health Network and Counseling Services, go to:http://health.colostate.edu/services/counseling-services/.
CSU Health Network
The CSU Health Network ( CSUHN ) at Colorado State University provides a full range of cost-effective mental health and primary care medical services on campus, referral for community specialty care, and comprehensive health education and prevention services programming. Services such as physical therapy, dentistry, and optometry are available. The CSU Health Network is active in creating a healthy campus environment to support learning and success. For more information about the CSU Health Network at Colorado State University, seehttps://health.colostate.edu/
Why work at Colorado State University?
Commitment to Campus
Colorado State University’s Commitment to Campus encompasses a wide range of programs, discounts, and special benefits available to CSU faculty and staff. Here are just a few…
FREE credit courses (up to 9-semester credits per year) through Employee Study Privilege
FREE growth/training/development opportunities
FREE MAX transit use with CSU identifications
After-school programs and summer camps for kids
Tuition Scholarships up to 50% for eligible family members
For more detail about these programs, visit:https://hr.colostate.edu/employee-assistance-program;https://hr.colostate.edu/care-program.
Retirement Programs
While employees of CSU do not contribute to Social Security, the University and the state of Colorado offer competitive retirement plans. As a condition of employment and required by Colorado law, employees are required to participate in either the University’s Defined Contribution Plan ( DCP ) or the Public Employee’s Retirement Plan ( PERA ) of Colorado. Each plan offers a generous employer match between 10% – 21%. For more information, visit:https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-perks/.
Top Public Research University
Colorado State University is one of the nation’s top public research universities and an institution on the rise. In the last decade, CSU has:
Produced record enrollment
Built on all-time highs in student diversity and student success
Seen record fundraising far outpacing ambitious goals
Delivered groundbreaking research driven by a highly productive faculty
Revitalized campus through a transformational building campaign
Shaped an unrivaled learning environment where nine of 10 recent graduates say they would choose CSU again and rate their education as excellent
CSU was recently ranked first among Colorado-based educational employers and fifth among all in-state employers in Forbes magazine’s “America’s Best Employers by State!”
Campus Culture and Principles of Community
Colorado State University has a campus culture that is driven by a desire always to do better and a vision to be the best place to learn, work, and discover. Our Principles of Community – Inclusion, Integrity, Respect, Service, and Social Justice – reflect our core values and support CSU’s mission and vision of access, research, teaching, service, and engagement. Each member of our community has a responsibility to uphold these principles when engaging with one another and acting on behalf of the University.
Tobacco and Smoke-Free
Colorado State University is a tobacco and smoke-free campus. For the health of our university community, the use of smoking, vaping or tobacco products is prohibited on CSU grounds or in buildings.
Live in Fort Collins
Fort Collins, which has been home to CSU since the University’s inception in 1870, is a vibrant, friendly city of 161,000 tucked against the foothills of the Rocky Mountains in Northern Colorado, just 60 miles from Denver. The city boasts a lively arts and cultural scene, shopping in historic Old Town, a strong economy, and is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. With more than 200 miles of bike paths and trails, easy access to the scenic Poudre River and majestic Rocky Mountain National Park, and within easy driving distance of Colorado’s iconic ski areas, it is a year-round paradise. Boasting a mild climate, thriving high-tech industry, and some of the best microbreweries in the world, it’s no wonder Fort Collins annually ranks among the most livable small cities in the United States.
Position Summary
The position of Mental Health Counselor – Alcohol & Other Drugs ( AOD ) Focus provides mental health services for Colorado State University students. Responsibilities include the support of alcohol and other drug treatment services, general clinical services, graduate training, and some outreach programming.
This position reports to the Director of Specialty Counseling Services and serves as a staff member in Drugs, Alcohol, and You ( DAY ) Programs.
A signing bonus of $8,558 – $12,549 may be considered for successful candidates.
Required Job Qualifications
Education/License
Minimum of a master’s degree or doctorate degree in a mental health related field (counseling, social work, marriage and family therapy, counseling psychology or closely related field)
Licensed as a LPC , LCSW , LMFT , or Licensed Psychologist in Colorado, or ability to obtain licensure within one year of start date
Experience
- Two years of experience providing mental health counseling services
Preferred Job Qualifications
Experience
Experience providing substance use counseling to individuals and groups
Experience providing mental health counseling to individuals, couples, and groups
Experience working on a multidisciplinary team
Experience providing clinical supervision
Experience working with mandated populations
Experience working with college age population
Experience working in an inpatient treatment center or intensive outpatient treatment center
Experience caring for diverse populations, including diverse religious/spiritual beliefs; racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds; abilities; and diverse sexual orientations and gender identities
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics
Knowledge and understanding of the lived experience of persons with historically marginalized identities
Demonstrated commitment to social justice and experience with the treatment of individuals with marginalized identities, especially people who experience substance use challenges and people with justice system involvement
Excellent interpersonal, listening, verbal, and written communication skills
Ability to analyze policies, programs, and initiatives to make recommendations for quality improvement
A personal or professional commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through active planning and purposeful effort
Diversity Statement
Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Essential Duties
Job Duty CategoryDirect Service
Duty/Responsibility
Provides AOD treatment to individuals and supports treatment programs by serving as a clinician/case manager on a multi-disciplinary team
Provides on-call screening/triage services within a counseling center setting
Conducts intakes and assessment services
Provides individual psychotherapy
Facilitates interpersonal process, theme, support and psycho-educational groups
Responds to campus crises
Provides after-hours crisis coverage as needed
Provides outreach, liaison, and consultation services consistent with the mission of Counseling Services
Provides supervision of assigned trainees in accordance with training policies and procedures
Percentage Of Time70
Job Duty CategoryProfessional & Administrative Responsibilities
Duty/Responsibility
Demonstrates a commitment to serving diverse populations and underrepresented students
Assumes responsibility for coordination of a treatment team, clinical service, or training area as needed
Develops specialty/expertise in a clinical or training area
Mentors new professionals and acts as a senior consultant to staff and trainees
Maintains accurate and timely documentation for all clinical interactions and consultations
Attends staff meetings
Serves on internal and external committees
Follows agency policies and procedures consistent with state mental health statutes, ethical guidelines, best practices, and HIPAA
Participates in Health Network quality improvement activities
Other responsibilities as assigned
Percentage Of Time30
Application Details
Special Instructions to Applicants
CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. Applicants needing assistance to submit application may contact Serena Henson at Serena.Henson@colostate.edu.
Complete applications must include:
A cover letter addressing Required Job Qualifications, Preferred Job Qualifications and Essential Job Duties
Resume
For full consideration, complete applications must be received by 11:59 pm Mountain Time on Sunday, May 19, 2024.
References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.
Application materials will be held in confidence by the Search Committee through semifinalist interviews. Confidentiality of application materials detaches at the point where a candidate accepts participation in a finalist interview. At that time, redacted application materials are shared with campus stakeholders when invited to participate and give feedback to the Search Committee.
A signing bonus of $8,558 – $12,549 may be considered for successful candidates.
Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), On-call Status, Special Requirements/Other - Health Network follows CDC guidelines for Employee Health in a healthcare setting, including proof of vaccinations. Employees must show proof of compliance/willingness to comply by start date.
Search ContactSerena Henson, serena.henson@colostate.edu
EEO Statement
Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. TheOffice of Equal Opportunity (https://oeo.colostate.edu/) is located in 101 Student Services.
The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715,titleix@colostate.edu.
The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu.
The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu.
Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to theOffice of Civil Rights, Department of Education (https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/docs/howto.html) .
Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
References Requested
References Requested
Minimum Requested3
Maximum Requested3
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- Do you have a minimum of a master's degree or doctorate degree in a mental health related field (counseling, social work, marriage and family therapy, counseling psychology or closely related field)?
Yes
No
- Are you licensed as a LPC, LCSW, LMFT, or Licensed Psychologist in Colorado, or ability to obtain licensure within one year of start date?
Yes
No
- Do you have two years of experience providing mental health counseling services?
Yes
No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Cover Letter
Resume
Optional Documents