K-State Addiction Counseling Program

09/30/2026

Apply today to become an Addiction Peer Support Specialist for the spring semester: https://www.k-state.edu/counseling/Addiction_Peer_Support_Specialist.html We are accepting applications through November 6.

09/19/2026

Are you a current KSU student?
Would you like to receive training to become a KSU Addiction Peer Support Specialist?

The Addiction Counseling Program is now accepting applications from students who would like to receive training in how to develop and facilitate peer-support Wildcats in Recovery meetings.

Contact Professor Calhoun at her KSU email address for more information or check out the Addiction Peer Support Specialist application on the Addiction Counseling Majors Canvas page.

09/19/2026

https://acuity.news/regulation/stimulant-crisis-methamphetamine-co***ne-no-mat-treatment-2026/

Methamphetamine and co***ne drive a third of US overdoses. Lacking FDA-approved medications, addiction treatment systems struggle with behavioral care gaps.

08/31/2026

We're happy to announce that K-State has a new student-led recovery support group.

Wildcats in Recovery is launching this fall. It offers free student-led SMART Recovery meetings, creating a space for anyone navigating addiction or supporting someone who is.

08/24/2026

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/08/260814235902.htm

Kratom use and serious health problems linked to it have risen dramatically across the United States over the past decade. Poison center reports jumped from just 19 cases in 2010 to more than 1,200 in 2023, while severe outcomes—including life-threatening complications, disability, and death—als...

08/24/2026

https://www.pressherald.com/2026/08/19/maines-first-recovery-high-school-opens-to-help-teens-get-off-drugs/

Located in Aroostook County and funded mostly by opioid settlement funds, it's the only rural one in the country.

08/24/2026

Higher Ground is looking for an experienced addictions counselor to join our team. We offer a unique, professional environment dedicated to providing exceptional behavioral health care and addiction treatment services.

Our agency has 1 opening for a full-time Substance Abuse Counselor. For a ST-LAC, T-LAC, LAC, LCAC or another applicable license in Kansas.
On-Site Position
Salary commensurate with licensure, experience and training
100% Employer Paid Benefits: Health, Vision, Dental, Life, Licensing Fees, and Continuing Education.
Wellness and Retirement Benefits
Clinical Supervision

Qualifications include:
BS or MS in social work, substance abuse counseling or a closely related field
ST-LAC, T-LAC, LAC, LCAC or other applicable license in Kansas
Ability to meet drug-free policy and pass security/background check
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Word and Excel
Experience with SUD assessments
Competence in clinical documentation & Electronic Health Records (EHR)
Good communication skills
Duties include:
Evaluation/Assessments/Screenings
Developing treatment and care plans
Group and Individual Therapy
Documentation of clinical information into EHR (Electronic Health Record)
Interaction with legal supervision officers
Other duties as assigned

Higher Ground provides outstanding employee benefits, which include a competitive salary schedule; health, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance; partial YMCA membership; matching retirement plan; and a generous paid time-off policy. Persons interested in this position are asked to send a resume to Cathy Hendrix, at [email protected]. Higher Ground is an EEO/AA/M/F/Vet/Disability employer.
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08/14/2026

Job opening:

Position Title: Substance Use and Behavioral Health Specialist Job Group: Professional & Scientific Required Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of related experience Job Description: Summary of Duties and Responsibilities: Are you passionate about creating a holistic student...

08/14/2026

The SAFE Project Collegiate Recovery Leadership Academy (CRLA) application is now open!

The CRLA is an academic-year-long fellowship for college students passionate about the intersections of addiction and mental health recovery, leadership, and advocacy.

CRLA Fellows design and implement a prevention, harm reduction, or recovery-focused Impact Project on their campus. Throughout the program, Fellows receive advocacy and leadership training, attend two in-person events, and join a supportive national cohort of student leaders committed to shifting the culture in higher education.

Applications will close Monday, September 7.

If you know students who are passionate about creating positive change on their campuses—we encourage you to share this opportunity with them!

You can learn more and access the application, as well as FAQs and the Fellowship Agreements here: https://www.safeproject.us/campuses/leadership-academy/

Thank you for helping us connect with passionate student leaders. Please feel free to reach out to Vic Menz ([email protected]), Assistant Director of SAFE Campuses, with any questions about the program.

SAFE Project was founded in November 2017 by Admiral James and Mary Winnefeld, following the loss of their 19-year old son Jonathan to an accidental opioid overdose.

06/22/2026

Heartland RADAC is hiring: https://www.hradac.com/who_we_are/employment_application.html

Community-Based Care Coordinator

Provide community-based care coordination to individuals with substance use, behavioral health symptoms/diagnosis, and/or those experiencing employment, legal, or housing issues. Services will focus on meeting individual needs from a holistic, integrated strengths-based model to enhance individual’s cognitive, social, emotional, and coping skill sets. Services are designed to reduce risk, gain access to needed resources, increase stability, and improve one’s overall health.

Community care coordinators serve as a central point of contact and work to link the clients to resources in the areas of Recovery, Housing, Employment, Mental Health and Physical Health. Reducing the barriers and facilitating effective communication in these areas, have proven effective in helping the clients regain stability in their lives, as well as prevent or reduce the need for admission to hospitals, detoxes or jails by directing the client toward beneficial resources in their community. The primary goal of the community care coordination project is to reduce the use of high cost resources and helping clients improve their quality of life.

The care coordinator will focus on the whole person and stress comprehensive assessment, service planning, and service coordination to address multiple aspects of a client’s life. Ability to use a Strengths Based Case Management Model, Motivational Interviewing, and Brief Intervention Skills will be integral to this position. Advocate for client needs in order that opportunity for self-sufficiency is increased.

Positions Available in Garden City, Great Bend, Hays and Lawrence.

Qualifications:

Minimum qualifications include:

Masters or Bachelor level preparation with experience in social work, health care related field, and behavioral health or substance abuse systems is preferred.Licensure through the Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board of KS preferred LAC – Licensed Addictions CounselorLMAC – Licensed Masters Addictions CounselorLCAC – Licensed Clinical Addictions CounselorConsideration will be given to candidates that are in process of obtaining BSRB licensure. Computer skills require proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel & OutlookAbility to accurately document client progress in electronic medical recordExcellent interpersonal skills required – both verbal & writtenAttention to detail required for documentation and reportingAbility to work autonomously & effectively communicate with stakeholders, clients and staffBi-lingual skills a plus

Benefits:

Salary is based on level of education and experience.

Full benefits package available including health, dental, vision and term life insurance

Paid Time Off-accrual of 20 days per year

10 Paid Holidays

403(b) Retirement Plan with company match

Application Instructions
For more information, contact:

Kris Carnahan, Director of Operations & Administrative Services

Heartland Regional Alcohol & Drug Assessment Center

913-789-0952 or 1-800-281-0029

Send resume to: [email protected]

Passion. That’s the common attribute of those that work for our organization. We are dedicated to helping the people who utilize our services. If you’re ready to make a difference, browse our openings or upload your resume and tell us your interests. We’ll consider you for future opportunities...