Summary

Clarvida is seeking an ACT (Assertive Community Treatment) Substance Abuse Counselor to provide substance abuse counseling and treatment to adults with serious mental illness and substance use disorders. In this role, you will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide assessment, individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, and connection to community resources. You will help clients achieve their recovery goals, address their substance use and mental health needs, and improve their overall quality of life through supportive, community-based services.

Job description

About the Role

Clarvida is seeking an ACT (Assertive Community Treatment) Substance Abuse Counselor to provide substance abuse counseling and treatment to adults with serious mental illness and substance use disorders. In this role, you will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide assessment, individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, and connection to community resources. You will help clients achieve their recovery goals, address their substance use and mental health needs, and improve their overall quality of life through supportive, community-based services.

Responsibilities

Conduct assessments of client strengths, substance abuse, mental health needs, and biopsychosocial histories
Provide individual and group counseling for substance abuse recovery
Deliver crisis assessments and interventions
Link clients to community resources such as AA and other recovery services
Develop treatment plans tailored to clients' specific needs and goals
Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss client progress and needs
Document all services provided and maintain accurate records in compliance with agency standards

Requirements

CAC-I, CAC-II, GCADC-I, CADC, CADC-T, or CCIT certification
Strong communication skills (written and oral)
Experience working with culturally diverse and dual-diagnosed populations
Valid Georgia Driver's License and clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR)
Clean criminal background check (no evidence of abuse, neglect, or sexual exploitation of children or adults)

Requirements

CAC-I, CAC-II, GCADC-I, CADC, CADC-T, or CCIT certification
Strong communication skills (written and oral)
Experience working with culturally diverse and dual-diagnosed populations
Valid Georgia Driver's License and clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR)
Clean criminal background check

Benefits

Paid vacation
Sick leave
Paid holidays
Medical, Dental & Vision
DailyPay
Training & development
Continuing education credits
401(k)
Free licensure supervision
Pet insurance
Employee Assistance Program
National discounts
Mileage reimbursement
Cell phone stipend

Company overview

Clarvida - Georgia is a behavioral health and human services organization operating in the state of Georgia, providing comprehensive mental health and substance abuse treatment services. As part of the broader Clarvida network, which operates across multiple states, the Georgia division focuses on delivering evidence-based therapeutic interventions and support services to individuals and families facing mental health challenges. The organization specializes in community-based care, offering outpatient counseling, crisis intervention, case management, and rehabilitation services tailored to meet the diverse needs of Georgia's population. Clarvida's approach emphasizes person-centered care, integrating clinical expertise with compassionate support to help clients achieve improved mental wellness and functional recovery. The organization collaborates with local healthcare systems, social service agencies, and community resources to create comprehensive care networks that address both clinical and social determinants of health. With a commitment to accessibility and quality care, Clarvida - Georgia plays a vital role in the state's behavioral health infrastructure, serving vulnerable populations and contributing to community mental health initiatives throughout the region.