Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist (LCAS)

Clarvida - North Carolina • Rutherfordton, NC

1d • $57,000 - $60,000

About The Position

We’re hiring a Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist (LCAS) to join our dedicated behavioral health team in North Carolina. As a Substance Abuse Counselor, you’ll provide evidence-based treatment to individuals struggling with substance use disorders, helping them achieve recovery and stability. This role involves direct counseling, case management, and collaboration with community resources to support long-term recovery. You’ll deliver services across community and clinical settings with a flexible, client-centered approach.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in a Human Services field
• Active state licensure as a Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist (LCAS)
• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience providing substance abuse counseling
• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record

Nice To Haves

• Dual licensure (e.g., LCAS + LCMHC, LCSW, or LMFT)
• Experience working with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders
• Familiarity with evidence-based practices such as Motivational Interviewing, CBT, or DBT

Responsibilities

• Deliver individual and group counseling focused on substance abuse recovery and relapse prevention
• Conduct intake, screening, assessment, and treatment planning in accordance with best practices
• Provide case management, crisis intervention, and client education
• Maintain accurate documentation, records, and progress notes in compliance with state and agency standards
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including medical and psychiatric providers
• Participate in team meetings, trainings, and continuing education activities
• Travel up to 25% within assigned service areas to meet client needs

Benefits

• Paid vacation days (increase with tenure)
• Separate sick leave that rolls over annually
• Up to 10 paid holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• DailyPay – access your earnings without waiting for payday
• Training, development, and continuing education credits for licensure
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Free licensure supervision
• Pet insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Perks @ Clarvida – national discounts on shopping, travel, Verizon, and entertainment
• Mileage reimbursement
• Cell phone stipend

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time