Pennsylvania State University logo

Pennsylvania State University

Part Time - Coordinator, Collegiate Recovery Program - Coordinator

🇺🇸 Abington, PA

🕑 Part-Time

💰 TBD

💻 Other

🗓️ November 5th, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

The Pennsylvania State University is hiring a Part Time - Coordinator for the Collegiate Recovery Program. This role involves creating inclusive, student-centered programming, managing daily operations of the recovery space, fostering student engagement, and collaborating with campus departments and community organizations to support mental health, substance use, and recovery initiatives.

Highlights
  • Plan, coordinate, and implement in-person student events aligned with program goals
  • Maintain a small budget and seek funding opportunities
  • Provide supportive presence during drop-in hours and serve as a resource for student mental health and recovery
  • Supervise a work-study student affiliated with the program
  • Assist with marketing, promotion, and maintain online presence on student engagement platforms and social media
  • Collaborate with campus departments such as Student Affairs, Athletics, CAPS, and Residence Life
  • Build relationships with local community organizations and develop referral networks
  • Prefer experience in recovery field and working with college students
  • Requires successful completion of background checks
  • Position is part-time and located in-person at Penn State Abington Campus

Part Time - Coordinator, Collegiate Recovery Program - Coordinator Full Description

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

 
Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants
 
JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
The Collegiate Recovery Program (CRP) Coordinator supports the growth and sustainability of Penn State Abington's mental health, substance use, and recovery initiatives. This role focuses on creating inclusive, student-centered programming and managing the daily operations of the Collegiate Recovery space. The coordinator will foster student engagement, increase visibility of the CRP, and collaborate with both campus departments and community organizations.

Experience working in the recovery field and experience working with college students is preferred.
 

Job Duties

  • Event Development & Coordination
    • Plan, coordinate, and implement in-person events and activities for students that align with CRP goals.
    • Track student attendance and participation at events.
       
  • Budgeting
    • Maintain a small budget to support programming.
    • Identify and apply for funding opportunities to support the program.
  • Student Support & Space Coverage
    • Maintain a supportive and welcoming presence in the CRP space during scheduled drop-in hours.
    • Serve as a resource for students seeking support related to mental health, recovery, and well-being.
  • Supervision
    • Supervise a CRP-affiliated work-study student and provide oversight on assigned tasks.
  • Marketing & Promotion
    • Assist with marketing efforts to raise awareness of CRP programming and services.
    • Attend campus events and tabling opportunities to promote the CRP.
    • Maintain an active online presence by managing and updating the CRP page on student engagement platforms and social media.
  • Campus Collaboration
    • Work collaboratively with campus departments including Student Affairs, Athletics, CAPS (Counseling and Psychological Services), Residence Life, and others to support student well-being and participate in cross-departmental initiatives.
  • Community Collaboration
    • Build relationships with local community organizations and agencies.
    • Develop a referral network to connect students with off-campus services and supports.

Work Location:
In-person
Penn State Abington Campus
102 Springhouse (Collegiate Recovery Program Office)
 
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCESEmployment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
 
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
 
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.
 The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university's teaching, research, and service mission.