Substance Abuse Counselor

Clarvida - Georgia•Savannah, GA

32d•$49,993 - $63,149•Onsite

About The Position

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. The counselor works as part of a multidisciplinary team, providing assessment, individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, and connections to community resources. The role supports clients in achieving their recovery goals, addressing substance use and mental health needs, and improving their quality of life through supportive, community-based services in Savannah, Georgia.

Requirements

Hold a CAC-I, CAC-II, GCADC-I, CADC, CADC-T, or CCIT certification.
Have strong written and oral communication skills.
Have experience working with culturally diverse and dual-diagnosed populations.
Have a valid Georgia Driver’s License and a clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
Pass a criminal background check, with no evidence of abuse, neglect, or sexual exploitation of children or adults.

Responsibilities

Conduct assessments of clients’ 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, including 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 services provided and maintain accurate records in compliance with agency standards.