Clarvida - Louisiana·New Orleans, Louisiana
Provide integrated substance use assessments, counseling, and case management for adults with severe mental illness. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary ACT team to deliver recovery-oriented services directly within the community.
Date Posted: 5/11/2026
Clarvida 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.
● Provide substance use assessments and evaluations ● Deliver individual and family counseling services ● Provide case management services aligned with treatment plans ● Support clients with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders ● Link clients to appropriate community-based resources and supports ● Collaborate with multidisciplinary ACT team members ● Participate in a rotating on-call schedule (1 week every 6–8 weeks) ● Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation ● Follow reporting regulations, patient rights standards, and crisis intervention protocols
Compensation & benefits
*Benefit availability may vary by position, state, or county.
If 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.
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Clarvida 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.
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Market context
Behavioral-health roles in Louisiana are often driven by ongoing demand for licensed clinicians who can support individuals with serious mental illness in community and outpatient settings. These positions can be competitive because employers typically look for active Louisiana licensure, at least two years of relevant experience, and a valid driver's license, while benefits such as dental, vision, paid holidays, sick leave, and an employee assistance program may help offset the workload. Before applying, confirm your licensure status and driver’s license are current, and note that the requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description to save research time.
