Substance Use Specialist

Hiring Department

The MU Counseling Center is part of the MU Student Health and Well-Being unit, which includes the Counseling Center, Relationship and Sexual Violence Prevention Center, Student Health Center, and Wellness Resource Center. The Center is an APA-accredited doctoral internship site and serves a student community representing a wide range of backgrounds. As a Center focused on affirmation and excellence, the staff seek like-minded professionals to join a team engaged in efforts to enhance campus services to better support all students.

Job Description

Essential Functions

The successful candidate will promote the well-being of Mizzou students through the provision of high-quality clinical services and outreach programs to students with substance use disorders and various psychological, academic and interpersonal concerns. They will work collaboratively with mental health providers, medical staff, and outreach and health promotion staff in Student Health and Well-being. Competence and experience in the treatment of a wide variety of diagnoses and life problems in addition to substance use disorders is required. While candidates should not exclude themselves from consideration for a position, preference will be given to applicants who also have experience and interest in working with related addictions including gambling and sports betting.

Inquiries and applications are encouraged from professionals from all backgrounds as well as from persons possessing a range of levels of professional experience.

Job Duties Include :

• Complete competent initial evaluations to determine appropriate treatment recommendations and manage referral processes.
• Provide therapeutic interventions including brief individual and group therapy to students struggling with substance use and recovery, as well as additional psychological concerns.
• Perform crisis and consultation services during regular business hours that require complex clinical decision-making as part of a crisis team
• Design and implement outreach and prevention programming related to substance use and recovery to students and the broader campus community.
• May conduct supervision and training for post-doctoral residents, doctoral interns in our APA-accredited doctoral internship, post-MA fellows, and graduate students in training (as allowed by licensure status).
• Contribute as a member of the MUCC team to the development and implementation of goals, philosophies, policies, and procedures that support the psychological needs of Mizzou students and cultivate a culture of well-being on campus. Serve on relevant MUCC and / or University committees as requested.

The successful candidate will possess strong interpersonal, oral, and written skills; value a multifaceted approach involving linked clinical and training efforts; show a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, campus partners, and student groups; have a commitment to actively engage in practice with individuals from a variety of backgrounds; interpersonal flexibility with a sense of humor; an awareness of the importance of life balance and a commitment to the importance of the developmental perspective of counseling services.

Shift

The specific start date is negotiable.

40 hours per week.

This position may require evening and weekend hours supporting activities and programs within the department. Occasionally division and campus projects may require additional hours outside of your normal schedule.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's degree in psychology, counseling, marriage and family therapy, or social work and relevant licensure (or eligible to be licensed within 12 months) within the State of Missouri.

Preferred Qualifications

Two or more years of post-degree experience in substance use counseling is necessary. Must be fully licensed to practice independently as an LPC or LCSW in the state of Missouri and licensure must be maintained as a requirement for employment.

In addition to experience and skillset in working with substance use and recovery, preference will be given to applicants with CRADC, CRAADC, or CADC credentialing in Missouri. Additionally, a minimum of one year of clinical experience working in a college counseling center (this may include practica, internship or post-MA fellowship experience) or with a college aged population is desired.

Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary Range : $70,000 - $96,054 annually, depending on experience and other qualifications. Paid on a monthly basis.

University Classification : GGS 10

University Title : Senior Counselor Health / Welfare / Wellness

Internal applicants can determine their current grade and university title by accessing the Job Information page through the Additional Employee Info tile in myHR.

Application Materials

Applicants must complete all sections of the University's electronic job application. In addition to the online application, please include the following materials :

Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF attachments are required. Materials should not be e-mailed or mailed.

Application Deadline

Priority consideration will be given to completed applications received by October 24th, 2025 but applications will continue to be reviewed until the position is filled.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.