Recovery Community Coordinator

Job Description

When was the last time you changed the world?

In Virginia Tech’s Division of Student Affairs, that’s exactly what we’re doing every day—guiding, nurturing, and supporting students as they learn and grow into the leaders and world-changers of today and tomorrow.

We’re currently searching for a Health Promotion Coordinator to join our Hokie Wellness team in Blacksburg, VA to help us in our mission. So, if you’re passionate about supporting student success and well-being, please keep reading.

HERE'S WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE ROLE:
1) You’ll be joining the Hokie Wellness team; a department centered on fostering a healthier Virginia Tech community by providing prevention services, education, outreach, and resources to employees and students.
2) You’ll be reporting to the Recovery Community Assistant Director, in a Regular twelve-month, 100% administrative professional appointment. 
3) You’ll be responsible for supporting the initiatives of Hokie Wellness through their work with the Virginia Tech Recovery Community.
4) You'll support the mission of the department and university by providing programming and services designed to encourage and support healthy lifestyles for students in recovery.
5) You'll provide direct support to The Roost Living Learning Program as the Program Director, as well as assist in facilitating group meetings, one-on-one student conversations, managing the recovery lounge, and planning engagement activities for students in recovery.
6) You’ll have the chance to grow and take advantage of a developmental plan with opportunities to advance within the Department and the Division.
7) You’ll be offered a base compensation package between $51,000 - $53,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package which includes health insurance, paid leave, retirement, tuition assistance, VT discounts, and so much more!

HERE'S WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY:
1) The University: Virginia Tech as an employer is committed to developing well-rounded employees who are active members of the university community as well as the community at-large. From comprehensive insurance plans to tuition assistance, Virginia Tech offers employees a variety of benefits and perks to help team members build a fuller and more balanced life.
2) The Division: For our students and ourselves, the Division of Student Affairs believes that changing the world requires courageous leadership and commitment to curiosity, integrity, civility, and service to others. Our culture is defined by a commitment to our aspirations for student learning.
3) The Team: The mission of Hokie Wellness is to foster a healthier Virginia Tech community by providing prevention services, education, outreach, and resources to employees and students. The department strives to educate and empower every Hokie to take an active and engaging day-to-day approach to their wellness in order to enjoy a long, healthful, and purpose-filled life.

Required Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree OR qualifications as a Peer Recovery Specialist (PRS) in addition to at least one direct experience working with a collegiate recovery community (or closely related experience). We welcome and value the lived experience of individuals in recovery.
• Understanding of young adult issues, emerging needs, and top concerns
• Experience planning, implementing, and evaluating recovery support initiatives and programs
•Ability to facilitate groups and perform services with a diverse population of students, alumni, staff, and faculty
• Ability to maintain ethical standards of professional care and confidentiality
• Commitment to diversity, social justice, and creating inclusive environments
• Understanding and knowledge of harm-reduction, substance use disorders, recovery, and recovery support services
• Familiarity with various pathways to recovery and a recovery-oriented continuum of care
• Ability to create and maintain collaborative partnerships across campus and within the community
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
• Ability to work a flexible schedule that includes some evenings and weekends: Typically at least 1 evening per week, with opportunities provided to recoup time worked.

Preferred Qualifications
• Qualifications as a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (C-PRS), Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC), or other related or equivalent certification
• Professional experience working in higher education, with an emphasis on direct student interaction
• Professional and/or personal experience collaborating, volunteering, or working with collegiate recovery community organizations

Overtime Status

Exempt: Not eligible for overtime

Appointment Type

Regular

Salary Information

$51,000 - $53,000

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, some nights and weekends as needed

Hours per week

40

Review Date

12/01/2025

Additional Information

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

About Virginia Tech

Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including Blacksburg, the greater Washington, D.C. area, the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke, sites in Newport News and Richmond, and numerous Extension offices and research institutes. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually.

Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance.  These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development.

Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.

For inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies, contact the Office for Civil Rights Compliance and Prevention Education at 540-231-2010 or Virginia Tech, 220 Gilbert Street, Suite 5200, Blacksburg, VA 24061.

If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Tanya Young at tanyapy4@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.