Substance Abuse Counselor

DescriptionSubstance Abuse Specialist - ACT TeamLocation: [New Orleans, Louisiana] (Community-based)Employment Type: Full-timeSalary: $45,000–$60,000/year, depending on licensure/certificationDate Posted: March 27, 2026About The RoleClarvida is seeking a Substance Abuse Specialist to join our Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Team, supporting adults with severe mental illness who are also experiencing substance use challenges. In this role, you will provide integrated, recovery-oriented substance use services while working as part of a multidisciplinary ACT team.ACT services are delivered directly in the community—client homes, places of employment, and other local settings—to support stability, recovery, and long-term independence. You will conduct assessments, provide counseling, coordinate care, and connect clients with community resources aligned with individualized treatment plan goals.This position participates in a rotating on-call schedule (one week every 6–8 weeks). One (1) day of PTO is earned for each on-call rotation, regardless of call volume, to support work–life balance.What Is the ACT Program?Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) is one of the most established and widely researched evidence-based practices for adults with severe mental illness. ACT provides comprehensive, person-centered services—including housing support, recovery services, vocational assistance, nursing, psychiatric care, and therapy—directly in the community. The goal is to help clients transition to lower levels of care or increased independence while improving overall quality of life.ResponsibilitiesProvide substance use assessments and evaluationsDeliver individual and family counseling servicesProvide case management services aligned with treatment plansSupport clients with co-occurring mental health and substance use disordersLink clients to appropriate community-based resources and supportsCollaborate with multidisciplinary ACT team membersParticipate in a rotating on-call schedule (1 week every 6–8 weeks)Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentationFollow reporting regulations, patient rights standards, and crisis intervention protocolsRequirementsActive Louisiana licensure in one of the following:– LPC– LCSW– LPC-S– LAC / LAC-S– LMSW– PLPCCITMinimum of two (2) years of professional experience providing services to individuals with serious mental illnessExperience working with substance use disorders (personal recovery or professional experience preferred)Valid State Driver’s License in good standingCompensation & BenefitsFull-Time EmployeesSalary range of $45,000–$60,000/yearWeekday schedule (8:00 AM–4:30 PM) with flexibility to fit your lifestylePaid 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 insurancePerks @ Clarvida – national 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 use professional interested in community-based, recovery-oriented care within an evidence-based ACT model, we encourage you to apply for the Substance Abuse Specialist 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 specialist Louisiana, ACT substance abuse counselor, co-occurring disorders specialist LA, addiction counselor ACT team, community-based substance use jobs Louisiana, Clarvida careers