Arisa Health·Searcy, Arkansas
The role involves conducting substance abuse intakes, developing individualized treatment plans, and providing counseling services within a residential facility. Responsibilities also include managing ADAP grant paperwork and coordinating transition and discharge planning for clients.
Arisa Health is currently seeking a Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor (CADC) or Counselor In Training (CIT) 24/7 residential facility in Searcy. The ideal candidate will have at least two years’ experience in substance abuse or mental health treatment.
Arisa Health is Arkansas' largest and most comprehensive nonprofit behavioral health provider. Formed by the affiliation of 4 long-standing Arkansas community mental health centers, Arisa Health leads with exceptional care that nurtures health and well-being for all. Arisa provides outpatient services, Crisis services and emergency screening, substance abuse counseling, intensive children services, intensive adult services, medical services, and residential services in 41 Arkansas counties.
This position is classified as full- time, non- exempt (hourly).
Thursday - Sunday, 8a-5p
Complete necessary paperwork to register new substance abuse clients for ADAP grant funding including initial substance abuse intake, Mental Health Screening Form-III, ASI (Addiction Severity Index), and AR (Admissions Report).
Ability to understand the Diagnostic Assessment. Ability to assess for new problems and reports timely to director of treatment and/or program coordinator. Makes appropriate referrals based on client needs. Demonstrates a working knowledge of diagnostic criteria for substance use diagnoses.
Incorporate client participation in development of substance abuse treatment plans that are tied to problems in the substance abuse intake.
Provide services at the direction of the director of treatment and/or program coordinator.
Initiate transition/discharge planning at the beginning of treatment and provides services that accomplish this plan.
Consistently provide appropriate service that are clearly linked directly to the goals, objectives and interventions listed on the treatment plan. Treatment/intervention effectiveness is assessed based on the client’s progress in meeting individual goals.
A missioned driven company dedicated to transforming communities one life at a time.
A great benefits package that includes (but is not limited to) Medical/Dental/Vision, 401(k)/Roth plan with matching, and Healthcare Savings Accounts.
Ongoing training throughout your employment
Paid Time Off and Holidays throughout the year to recharge.
Company sponsored Whole Health programs designed to recharge our teams.
Arisa Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
Arisa Health aspires to lead with exceptional care that nurtures health and well-being for all by promoting an environment that is welcoming, equitable, inclusive, and diverse. We desire a workforce that represents the communities we serve. As such, we aim to make a difference by building a trustworthy culture that advances opportunities for growth while also encouraging excellence, innovation, and collaboration. At Arisa Health, we endeavor to work and live with passion as we strive to transform community’s one life at a time.
Market context
Behavioral-health positions in Arkansas often reflect steady need in schools, clinics, and community settings, especially for candidates who can support students or patients with behavioral and emotional needs. These roles can be competitive because employers often prefer applicants with a bachelor’s degree and prior mental health experience, while also requiring CPR/First Aid and Handle with Care certifications. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then confirm the original posting and be ready to discuss any direct care, de-escalation, or support experience.
