Substance Abuse Therapist

DescriptionSubstance Abuse TherapistLocation: Merrillville, Indiana (Community-based / Hybrid)Employment Type: Full-timeSalary: $46,000–$55,000/year (based on licensure)Date Posted: 02/17/2026About The RoleClarvida is seeking a Substance Abuse Therapist to support children, youth, adults, and families navigating substance use challenges. In this role, you will provide client-centered, recovery-oriented services that address the underlying factors contributing to substance use while helping clients build sustainable paths toward wellness.Services are delivered in a variety of settings, including client homes, office locations, and community-based environments. You will conduct assessments, develop individualized treatment plans, provide individual and group counseling, and collaborate with families, courts, and community partners to support positive outcomes.This role may include attending court hearings, assisting with client transportation as needed, and working closely with interdisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated care.ResponsibilitiesConduct substance use assessments and ongoing evaluationsDevelop and implement individualized treatment plansProvide individual and group counseling servicesSupport children, youth, adults, and families impacted by substance useIdentify and connect clients with appropriate community resourcesAdvocate for clients in court and other systems as requiredProvide client transportation as neededMaintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentationCollaborate with internal teams and external partners to support treatment goalsRequirementsOne of the following active Indiana licenses:– Licensed Clinical Addiction Counselor (LCAC)– Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC)– LSW, LCSW, LMFT, or LMHC with substance use treatment experienceExperience working with substance use populations preferredValid State Driver’s License in good standing with current state-minimum auto insuranceCompensation & BenefitsFull-Time EmployeesSalary range of $46,000–$55,000/year, based on licensure$2,500 sign-on bonusPaid vacation days that increase with tenureSeparate sick leave that rolls over annuallyUp to 10 paid holidays*Medical, dental, and vision insurance plan optionsDailyPay – access earned wages without waiting for payday*Training, development, and continuing education credits for licensure requirementsAll Employees401(k)Free licensure supervisionEmployee Assistance ProgramPet insuranceNational discounts on shopping, travel, Verizon, and entertainmentMileage reimbursement*Cell phone stipend**Benefit availability may vary by position, state, or county.Employment TypeFull-timeHow To ApplyIf you are a licensed substance abuse professional passionate about community-based, person-centered care, we encourage you to apply for the Substance Abuse Therapist role with Clarvida.Learn more: www.clarvida.com/mission-vision-and-valuesSee other opportunities: www.clarvida.com/working-at-clarvidaEqual Opportunity StatementClarvida is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.Keywordssubstance abuse therapist Indiana, addiction counselor Indiana, LCAC jobs IN, LAC jobs Indiana, substance use treatment therapist, behavioral health addiction jobs, Clarvida careers