Appalachian State University
Mountaineer Recovery Community (MRC) Coordinator
Appalachian State University, Boone, North Carolina, United States, 28607
Mountaineer Recovery Community (MRC) Coordinator
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Posting Details Request to Recruit Position Title Mountaineer Recovery Community (MRC) Coordinator Location Boone, NC Faculty Rank No Provide Rank Position Number 096471 Department Wellness and Prevention - 310000
Position Summary Information Primary Purpose The Department of Wellness and Prevention Services is a health promotion unit within the Division of Student Affairs. Working in conjunction with Student Health Services, Counseling and Psychological Services, and University Recreation, Wellness and Prevention Services facilitates opportunities for students to enhance health-related knowledge and skills. In addition, the department advocates for student health, safety, and wellness through campus policies and the built environment.
The Mountaineer Recovery Community (MRC) Coordinator enhances the department’s capacity to meet the needs of students navigating recovery through clinical counseling, engagement with an affiliated student group, and community-building activities. This position is the primary support and advocate for Appalachian State University’s Mountaineer Recovery Community. We define recovery broadly and take a harm reduction approach to recovery. While substance use is the most commonly reported addiction, other addictions this position may encounter include eating concerns, gambling, shopping, sex, pornography, and more.
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling and Licensed Mental Health Counselor or Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate (clinical supervision towards full licensure provided)
Master’s in social work with full licensure (no clinical supervision toward licensure available)
Master’s in marriage and family therapy with full licensure (no clinical supervision toward licensure available)
License/Certification Required
Licensed Mental Health Counselor or Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate (clinical supervision towards full licensure provided)
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (no clinical supervision toward licensure available)
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (no clinical supervision toward licensure available)
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with substance misuse counseling
Experience working with young adults
Essential Duties and Responsibilities The MRC Coordinator will further the mission of Wellness and Prevention Services in serving the needs of Appalachian State University students through clinical services, health promotion, and harm reduction.
Providing individual counseling to students in recovery, in active addiction, curious about recovery, or impacted by addiction
Coordinating support groups and group counseling for Mountaineer Recovery Community-affiliated students
Working with the Coordinator for Outreach and Engagement to publicize the MRC and its events
Supporting current and future grant‑funded activities
Updating and facilitating Recovery Ally training
Supervising one paid graduate‑level intern
Assisting the department with prevention activities and events as needed
Implementing services designed to meet the unique needs of various student groups, such as transfer students, veteran students, and students in active addiction or recovery from addictions
Position Type and Schedule Type of Position Full Time Position Staff/Non‑Faculty Staff/Non‑Faculty VISA Sponsorship? Appointment Type 1.0 Work Schedule/Hours Generally 8:00am‑5:00pm Monday‑Friday. Some nights and weekends with advance notice. Flexible scheduling available. Number of Hours Per Week 40 Number of Months Per Year 12 Mandatory Staff No
Salary and Physical Demands Suggested Salary Range $49,000‑$53,475 Physical Demands of Position General light lifting associated with office work; sitting at desk
Application Dates Posting/2025 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Evaluation of Applications Begins 01/05/2026 Proposed Date of Hire
Special Instructions to Applicants
Resume
Brief cover letter
A minimum of 3 professional references
Search Chair Jordan Perry Email: perryj2@appstate.edu
Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents Required Documents
Resume
Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
List of References with Contact Information
Optional Documents
Additional supporting materials
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Posting Details Request to Recruit Position Title Mountaineer Recovery Community (MRC) Coordinator Location Boone, NC Faculty Rank No Provide Rank Position Number 096471 Department Wellness and Prevention - 310000
Position Summary Information Primary Purpose The Department of Wellness and Prevention Services is a health promotion unit within the Division of Student Affairs. Working in conjunction with Student Health Services, Counseling and Psychological Services, and University Recreation, Wellness and Prevention Services facilitates opportunities for students to enhance health-related knowledge and skills. In addition, the department advocates for student health, safety, and wellness through campus policies and the built environment.
The Mountaineer Recovery Community (MRC) Coordinator enhances the department’s capacity to meet the needs of students navigating recovery through clinical counseling, engagement with an affiliated student group, and community-building activities. This position is the primary support and advocate for Appalachian State University’s Mountaineer Recovery Community. We define recovery broadly and take a harm reduction approach to recovery. While substance use is the most commonly reported addiction, other addictions this position may encounter include eating concerns, gambling, shopping, sex, pornography, and more.
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling and Licensed Mental Health Counselor or Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate (clinical supervision towards full licensure provided)
Master’s in social work with full licensure (no clinical supervision toward licensure available)
Master’s in marriage and family therapy with full licensure (no clinical supervision toward licensure available)
License/Certification Required
Licensed Mental Health Counselor or Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate (clinical supervision towards full licensure provided)
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (no clinical supervision toward licensure available)
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (no clinical supervision toward licensure available)
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with substance misuse counseling
Experience working with young adults
Essential Duties and Responsibilities The MRC Coordinator will further the mission of Wellness and Prevention Services in serving the needs of Appalachian State University students through clinical services, health promotion, and harm reduction.
Providing individual counseling to students in recovery, in active addiction, curious about recovery, or impacted by addiction
Coordinating support groups and group counseling for Mountaineer Recovery Community-affiliated students
Working with the Coordinator for Outreach and Engagement to publicize the MRC and its events
Supporting current and future grant‑funded activities
Updating and facilitating Recovery Ally training
Supervising one paid graduate‑level intern
Assisting the department with prevention activities and events as needed
Implementing services designed to meet the unique needs of various student groups, such as transfer students, veteran students, and students in active addiction or recovery from addictions
Position Type and Schedule Type of Position Full Time Position Staff/Non‑Faculty Staff/Non‑Faculty VISA Sponsorship? Appointment Type 1.0 Work Schedule/Hours Generally 8:00am‑5:00pm Monday‑Friday. Some nights and weekends with advance notice. Flexible scheduling available. Number of Hours Per Week 40 Number of Months Per Year 12 Mandatory Staff No
Salary and Physical Demands Suggested Salary Range $49,000‑$53,475 Physical Demands of Position General light lifting associated with office work; sitting at desk
Application Dates Posting/2025 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Evaluation of Applications Begins 01/05/2026 Proposed Date of Hire
Special Instructions to Applicants
Resume
Brief cover letter
A minimum of 3 professional references
Search Chair Jordan Perry Email: perryj2@appstate.edu
Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents Required Documents
Resume
Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
List of References with Contact Information
Optional Documents
Additional supporting materials
#J-18808-Ljbffr