Virginia Tech Seeks Coordinator to bolster Campus Recovery Community
Virginia Tech’s Division of Human Resources is actively recruiting a Recovery Community Coordinator to expand support services for students, faculty, and staff navigating recovery from substance use disorders. The newly created position aims to cultivate a more inclusive and supportive campus habitat, addressing a growing need for specialized resources.
This role arrives as national conversations around mental health and substance use continue to intensify, particularly within the higher education landscape. Virginia Tech’s commitment to holistic well-being is underscored by this investment, offering a dedicated point of contact and a framework for building a thriving recovery community. The Coordinator will report within the division of Human Resources and contribute to a university that annually conducts over $650 million in research.
The Recovery Community Coordinator will be responsible for developing, implementing, and evaluating programs and initiatives designed to support individuals in recovery.Key duties include facilitating support groups,coordinating educational workshops,and serving as a liaison between the university community and external recovery resources. The position also involves advocating for recovery-friendly policies and practices across campus.
Virginia Tech affirms its dedication to equal possibility, prohibiting discrimination based on 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. The university also protects individuals who inquire about, discuss, or disclose compensation.
Individuals requiring accommodations for a disability are encouraged to contact Tanya Young at tanyapy4@vt.edu at least 10 business days prior to any related events. Further information regarding non-discrimination policies is available from the Office for Civil Rights Compliance and Prevention Education at 540-231-2010 or at 220 Gilbert street, Suite 5200, Blacksburg, VA 24061. The university also strongly supports professional development and university shared governance.
