A Substance Abuse Counselor counsels people struggling with addictions to alcohol, drugs or other substances. Assists clients in dealing with personal and professional problems related to substance abuse. Collaborates with other health care and mental health care professionals to coordinate services for clients, and works with families of substance abusers. May work in a clinic, health care facility or community based program, or work with clients referred through the criminal justice system.
Counselor-Drug & Alcohol-Fossil Ridge High School
Poudre School District
Fossil Ridge High School - Fort Collins, Colorado This job is also posted in Poudre School District - Jobs
Job Details
Job ID:
5839681
Application Deadline:
Jul 21, 2026 11:59 PM (Mountain Standard Time)
Posted:
Yesterday
Starting Date:
Aug 10, 2026
Job Description
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Information specific to this position:
INTERNAL ONLY
Only current Poudre School District employees will be considered for this position; please do not apply if you are not eligible.
2026-27 school year Drug & Alcohol Counselor at Fossil Ridge High School.
Percentage:
100%
Work calendar days: 188
Duration of position: One Year Only
Benefits include: Health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, PERA retirement, paid time off, short and long term disability, access to employee walk-in clinic, as well as other optional benefit elections. Pay for this position is determined by the Licensed Educator Salary Schedule based on years of experience and education. Range for position is $58,000 - $89,278 annually (based on a 100% assignment starting August 10th, 2026). This is a probationary position. However, PSD employees currently under a licensed contract may apply for this position and if selected, will retain contract status. Must have a valid Colorado Educator's License with appropriate endorsement. Poudre School District is dedicated to affirming respect, compassion, and acceptance for all, and we celebrate diversity with regard to all backgrounds and identities. We believe that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive work environments with employees who reflect our students and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. PSD is committed to finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We encourage you to apply!
If you have a mental or physical impairment which limits one of your major life activities (e.g. walking, hearing, seeing, speaking, breathing, or learning) and require special accommodations during any portion of the application process, including testing and/or interviews, please contact us at ADA@psdschools.org. If requesting testing and/or interview accommodations, you must contact us at least three (3) working days before the interview or test date.
