ACT Addictions Counselor
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About the job
Description
ACT Substance Abuse Counselor
Location: Savannah, Georgia (Community-based)
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary: $50,232 - $63,149/annually
Date Posted: October 7, 2026
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)
Compensation & Benefits
Full-Time Employees
- Paid vacation days that increase with tenure
- Separate sick leave that rolls over each year
- Up to 10 paid holidays*
- Medical, dental, and vision benefit plans
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- Training, development, and continuing education credits for licensure
All Employees
- 401(k)
- Free licensure supervision
- Pet insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Perks @ Clarvida – national discounts on shopping, travel, Verizon, and entertainment
- Mileage reimbursement*
- Cell phone stipend*
*Benefit availability may vary by state/county.
Work Location
Community-based - Savannah (Georgia)
Employment Type
Full-time
How to Apply
If you are passionate about helping individuals overcome substance abuse challenges and mental health obstacles, we encourage you to apply for the ACT Substance Abuse Counselor role at Clarvida.
Application Deadline: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Learn more: www.clarvida.com/mission-vision-and-values
See additional openings: www.clarvida.com/working-at-clarvida
Equal Opportunity Statement
Clarvida is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category.
Keywords
ACT substance abuse counselor Georgia, community-based substance abuse counselor, substance use disorder counselor, mental health substance abuse recovery, Clarvida careers, behavioral health counselor Georgia
From Clarvida's job posting, checked 5 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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