Recovery Programs Coordinator

Posting Information

Department:
Student Aff Student Wellness-640701

Career Area:
Student Services

Posting Open Date: 09/02/2026

Final date to receive applications: 09/16/2026

Open Until Filled:
No

Position Type:
Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)

Working Title:

Recovery Programs Coordinator

Appointment Type: EHRA Non-Faculty

Position Number:

Vacancy

Full Time/Part Time:
Full-Time Permanent

FTE: 1

Hours per week: 40

Position Location:

North Carolina, US

Hiring Range:
Commensurate with education and experience

Proposed

Start Date:

10/05/2026

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities
. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC
-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package
, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

UNC
-Chapel Hill’s Prevention, Advocacy, Therapy, & Harm Reduction (PATH) program serves as a vital co-curricular and Student Success partner in supporting students and the broader campus community regarding substance use education and prevention, risk awareness and mitigation, confidential therapeutic services and case management, and a robust collegiate recovery program. Through partnerships with other campus departments, community agencies, student organizations, and peer mentors, we use evidence-based public health and social work strategies to foster an environment that creates, emphasizes, and supports healthy choices and positive decision-making.

We utilize a whole-person, student-centered, non-judgmental, and supportive approach, and are seeking experienced professionals to join our interdisciplinary team.

The Recovery Programs Coordinator provides strategic vision, development, implementation, and evaluation of evidence-based collegiate recovery initiatives, services, and outreach efforts, as well as other well-being-related programs. These efforts are delivered within the context of our Dimensions of Wellness, as well as holistic wellness and health promotion endeavors, often working with intersecting topics such as stress reduction, mindfulness, sleep health, nutrition, healthy relationships, alcohol and other drug and violence prevention, and other related student health and well-being indicators.

The Coordinator also provides individual support for students and families in or seeking recovery.

Master's or Bachelor's and 0-2 years’ experience; or will accept a combination of related education and experience in substitution.

• Ability to work in a dynamic, multidisciplinary, team-oriented, and highly collaborative workspace environment.
• Understanding of and/or experience within a recovery community (12-step, SMART , Refuge, Self-defined, etc.).
• Demonstrated commitment to supporting multiple pathways of recovery (including abstinence-based,…