STIR Coordinator

STIR Coordinator

Salary

See Position Description

Location

Richland County, SC

Job Type

FTE - Full-Time

Job Number

7228619

Agency

University of South Carolina

Opening Date

06/11/2026

Closing Date

7/15/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Class Code:

AH10

Position Number:

7228619

Normal Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)

Pay Grade

Unclassified

Opening Date

06/11/2026

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures:

Your application must be submitted online at https://apptrkr.com/7228619. Google Chrome must be used as the preferred internet browser to enter the applicant portal. QuickLink (Place in Browser): https://apptrkr.com/7228619

Veteran Preference Statement

South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

• Description
• Benefits

Job Responsibilities

STIR Coordinator

Department: SAAS UHS Healthy Carolina

Advertised Salary Range:

Part/Full Time: Full Time

About UofSC

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service - helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Inclusive Excellence Statement

Advertised Job Summary

STIR Coordinator

• Ready to make a lasting impact on student health and well-being in an innovative and student-centered university environment?
• Are you committed to helping students overcome challenges, build resilience, and achieve their personal and academic goals?
• Do you value a compassionate, evidence-based approach that empowers students to thrive and reach their full potential?
• Are you skilled in Motivational Interviewing and excited to use your expertise to guide students toward healthier choices and sustainable behavior change?

The STIR (Students Taking Initiative and Responsibility) Coordinator provides early intervention, recovery support, and referral services to students engaged in high-risk substance use behaviors or seeking recovery from substance use disorders. This position utilizes evidence-based approaches, including Motivational Interviewing (MI), Brief Alcohol Screening and Intervention for College Students (BASICS ), and recovery coaching to promote student well-being, academic success, and healthy decision-making. The STIR Coordinator works collaboratively with campus and community partners to provide comprehensive case management, continuity of care, and support services tailored to the needs of students. Primary Duties

• Provide brief motivational interviewing interventions, BASICS services, and referrals to students engaged in high-risk substance use behaviors or seeking recovery support.
• Deliver recovery coaching, case management, and follow-up services, including scheduling appointments, documenting progress, and connecting students with appropriate resources.
• Utilize trauma-informed, student-centered, and non-judgmental approaches to support student well-being and behavior change.
• Coordinate continuity of care by collaborating with campus and community partners, including Student Advocacy, Student Conduct, Counseling and Psychiatry Services, Title IX, and community treatment providers.
• Serve as a liaison between Healthy Carolina and key stakeholders to address student wellness, recovery, and support needs.
• Evaluate program effectiveness through the review of student feedback, assessment data, and campus trends, and implement improvements to enhance service delivery.
• Support alcohol and other drug prevention initiatives and represent the STIR program on university, Student Health and Well-Being, and professional committees.

Perks

• Competitive salary + some of the BEST benefits you can find!
• Health and Life Insurance
• Retirement Programs
• Paid Tuition
• Dependent Scholarships
• 15 Annual Leave
• 15 Sick Leave
• 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Professional Development Opportunities

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Minimum Qualifications (Classified and Unclassified positions)

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters in Social Work, Public Health, Counseling, Higher Education or related field
• Experience using Motivational Interviewing
• Experience with brief screening and intervention strategies (e.g. BASICS ) or recovery coaching
• Experience in higher education setting, or working with young adults
• Demonstrated knowledge of substance use, behavior change theories, and trauma-informed practices
• Ability to provide services from a non-judgmental perspective

Pending graduates eligible if candidate receives their degree by date of employment

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge of alcohol and other drug prevention theory, current research and evaluation practices.
• Demonstrated skills in using Motivational Interviewing.

Job Close Date

07/15/2026

Special Instructions to Applicant

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. We are only accepting applications submitted by July 15, 2026. The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:

• Health and Life Insurance
• Retirement Programs
• Paid Tuition
• Dependent Scholarships
• Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Professional Development Opportunities

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EEO Statement

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.

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Benefits for State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

Employer State of South Carolina

Agency University of South Carolina Address Division of Human Resources

Columbia, South Carolina, 29208

Phone 803-777-3821

The language used in this document does not create an employment contract between the employee and the agency. This document does not create any contractual rights or entitlements. The agency reserves the right to revise the content of this document, in whole or in part. No promises or assurances, whether written or oral, which are contrary to or inconsistent with the terms of this paragraph create any contract of employment.