Addiction Counselor jobs in Lubbock, TX

The Addiction Counselor acts as mediator between patients, relatives, medical staff, and outside agencies if needed. Runs individual, family, and group counseling for patients in chemical dependency programs. Being an Addiction Counselor typically requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent; meets the standards for Addiction Counselor Certification Board, or other appropriate certification. Tracks patient progress and dispensation of treatment services. In addition, Addiction Counselor typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Addiction Counselor's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Admissions Counselor
  • South Plains College
  • Levelland, TX FULL_TIME

  • Job Title
    Admissions Counselor

    Department
    LEVL - Enrollment Services

    Employment Status
    FT Full-Time

    Full Time/Part Time
    Full Time

    Benefits
    Yes

    Months per Year
    12

    Job Description
    SUMMARY
    An Admissions Counselor works as a member of the Office of Admissions, reporting directly to the Dean of Enrollment Services. This Admissions Counselor will be responsible for recruiting new students to South Plains College through participation in different recruiting events, by hosting personal visits and campus tours, initiating email correspondence and phone conversations with prospective students, interested parents, and other members of the local community. This Admissions Counselor will assist prospective students by helping them navigate the enrollment process. The individual hired for this position will be expected to develop a high level of knowledge regarding South Plains College’s academic and technical offerings, in addition to the College’s student support services.
    This position requires a professional appearance and demeanor as well as strong communication skills. High energy and a positive approach to working with students and colleagues is a must. The individual must be customer service oriented and must work well in a team context.

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
    • Works directly with the Dean of Enrollment Services and the Coordinator of New Student Programs to implement the recruitment activities of the college.
    • Responds to prospective student requests and greets visitors on campus while providing excellent customer service.
    • Maintains effective communication with area high school counselors, principals, and prospective students, serving as an information liaison between the College and these persons.
    • Represents the college at all major career days and college nights scheduled by TACRAO, NMCAC, area high schools and other groups within the College’s service area.
    • Promotes the college through public speaking events at area schools and within service area communities.
    • Assists in the planning and implementation of new student programs and recruitment events.
    • Assists prospective students through enrollment process including application for admission, financial aid, advising, scholarships, and housing.
    • Arranges and/or conducts campus tours for visiting students.
    • Maintains accurate records of recruiting events and activities for on-going evaluation of recruitment initiatives.
    • Works cooperatively with academic programs and student service offices of the College to provide prospective students necessary resources and connections with faculty and staff.
    • Maintains a comprehensive data system for responding to student inquiries, distribution of recruitment literature and tracking prospective students through the prospect and admissions process.
    • Performs other duties that are deemed necessary by the Dean of Enrollment Services.

    Qualifications
    QUALIFICATIONS
    To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
    Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree (B.A., B.S., B.B.A) with a major in communications, marketing, education, or related field. A Master’s degree is preferred. College attendance at a public community college will be given preferential consideration.

    COMMUNICATION SKILLS
    Ability to communicate and effectively present information in small group and large group situations, as well as one-to-one situations with students, parents, visitors, faculty, and other employees of the organization. Possess excellent public speaking skills and ability to project a positive image for the college.

    LANGUAGE    , WRITING AND REPORTING SKILLS
    Ability to read and comprehend simple and complex instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence and reports. Ability to write well, employing accepted principles of business communications, is preferred.

    COMPUTER SKILLS
    Experience in applying current computer technology and software applications to essential responsibilities, duties, and tasks. Knowledge and experience working with computers and software in a Windows environment.

    MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
    Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, percentages, and decimals.

    REASONING ABILITY
    Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions. Ability to solve problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

    INTERPERSONAL SKILLS
    Ability to work with a wide variety of people and participate as a team member to accomplish multiple projects and goals. Ability to meet and greet the public in a positive and productive way.

    ORGANIZATIONAL SKILLS
    Ability to organize tasks and activities essential to performing the specific duties and responsibilities of this job. Ability to organize and direct people to assist with recruitment events.

    PHYSICAL DEMANDS
    The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
    While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to talk and listen. The employee is required to stand; walk moderate distances; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and peripheral vision.
    Must be a licensed driver capable of operating a vehicle for the purposes of official college travel.

    WORK ENVIRONMENT
    The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be handled to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
    The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
    The operational activities of this work environment are deadline driven.
    This position requires frequent day and overnight travel away from the workplace and will require participation in work activities that take place outside of regular business hours.

    Posting Detail Information

    Posting Number
    S5282019-P

    Number of Vacancies
    1

    Desired Start Date
    12/02/2024

    Position End Date (if temporary)

    Open Date

    Application Review Date
    11/22/2024

    Open Until Filled

    Special Instructions Summary

    Quick Link for Internal Postings
    https://southplainscollege.peopleadmin.com/postings/3916
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Counselor, Elementary
  • MIDLAND INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
  • MIDLAND, TX FULL_TIME
  • REPORTS TO: Principal and Director of Guidance and Counseling DEPT./SCHOOL: As Assigned Wage/Hour Status: Exempt Pay Grade 4 No of Days: 197 QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum Education/Certification: Hold an ap...
  • 1 Month Ago
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Customer Service Counselor
  • Medical Center Hospital
  • Odessa, TX FULL_TIME
  • Position Summary: Performs the duties necessary to ensure patients accounts are resolved in a timely manner. Education: High School diploma or equivalent. Training and Experience: Prior experience in ...
  • 8 Days Ago
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Therapist or Counselor - Remote
  • Guideline Healthcare
  • Lubbock, TX CONTRACTOR
  • Fully remote licensed Therapist / Counselor opportunities. Great Full-time and Supplemental Opportunity!Licensed Therapist Details100% remote workClient referralsTherapy focused model with zero admini...
  • 10 Days Ago
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School Counselor Apprentice, Elementary
  • Midland Independent School District
  • MIDLAND, TX FULL_TIME
  • POSITION: School Counselor Apprentice, Elementary EXEMPT STATUS: Exempt NUMBER OF DAYS: 197 PAY GRADE: PG-2 DIVISION: DEPARTMENT: As assigned REPORTS TO: Principal and Director of Guidance & Counselin...
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Direct Care Counselor
  • Fostering Life Youth Ranch
  • Levelland, TX FULL_TIME
  • Fostering Life Youth Ranch, a residential treatment facility, is in search of Direct Care Workers for our facility in Levelland, TX. We are needing high school graduates or equivalent, 21 or older. Fo...
  • 3 Days Ago
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Phlebotomist
  • Kedplasma
  • Lubbock, TX
  • KEDPLASMA provides a friendly and rewarding working environment with frequent opportunities for cross-training and advan...
  • 12/15/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Certified Nursing Assistant
  • Covenant Health
  • Lubbock, TX
  • Description The Nursing Assistant II performs the duties of a CNA and Health Unit Coordinator or Monitor Tech as require...
  • 12/15/2024 12:00:00 AM
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LPN LVN - Surgery and Recovery Services
  • Covenant Health
  • Lubbock, TX
  • Description Providence nurses are not simply valued theyre invaluable. You will thrive in our culture of patient-focused...
  • 12/15/2024 12:00:00 AM
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CNA - Progress Care
  • Covenant Health
  • Lubbock, TX
  • Description The Certified Nursing Assistant performs basic patient care by assisting in the treatment and care of patien...
  • 12/15/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Surgical Technician - Surgery and Recovery Services
  • Covenant Health
  • Lubbock, TX
  • Description As a member of the surgical team, under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse Circulator, maintains...
  • 12/14/2024 12:00:00 AM
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CNA - Med Surg ICU
  • Covenant Health
  • Lubbock, TX
  • Description The Certified Nursing Assistant performs basic patient care by assisting in the treatment and care of patien...
  • 12/11/2024 12:00:00 AM
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CNA - MedSurg
  • Covenant Health
  • Lubbock, TX
  • Description The Certified Nursing Assistant performs basic patient care by assisting in the treatment and care of patien...
  • 12/11/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Certified Nursing Assistant - Nursing Administration
  • Covenant Health
  • Lubbock, TX
  • Description Providence caregivers are not simply valued theyre invaluable. Join our team at Covenant Medical Center and ...
  • 12/11/2024 12:00:00 AM
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About Lubbock, Texas

Lubbock (/ˈlʌbək/ LUB-ək) is the 11th-most populous city in the U.S. state of Texas and the county seat of Lubbock County. With a population of 256,042 in 2015, the city is also the 83rd-most populous in the United States. The city is located in northwestern part of the state, a region known historically and geographically as the Llano Estacado, and ecologically is part of the southern end of the High Plains, lying at the economic center of the Lubbock metropolitan area, which has a projected 2020 population of 327,424. Lubbock's nickname, "Hub City", derives from it being the economic, educat...
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