Description
Substance Abuse Therapist
Location: Merrillville, Indiana (Community-based / Hybrid)
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary: $46,000–$55,000/year (based on licensure)
Date Posted: 02/17/2026
About the Role
Clarvida is seeking a Substance Abuse Therapist to support children, youth, adults, and families navigating substance use challenges. In this role, you will provide client-centered, recovery-oriented services that address the underlying factors contributing to substance use while helping clients build sustainable paths toward wellness.
Services are delivered in a variety of settings, including client homes, office locations, and community-based environments. You will conduct assessments, develop individualized treatment plans, provide individual and group counseling, and collaborate with families, courts, and community partners to support positive outcomes.
This role may include attending court hearings, assisting with client transportation as needed, and working closely with interdisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated care.
Responsibilities
● Conduct substance use assessments and ongoing evaluations
● Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
● Provide individual and group counseling services
● Support children, youth, adults, and families impacted by substance use
● Identify and connect clients with appropriate community resources
● Advocate for clients in court and other systems as required
● Provide client transportation as needed
● Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation
● Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to support treatment goals
Requirements
● One of the following active Indiana licenses:
– Licensed Clinical Addiction Counselor (LCAC)
– Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC)
– LSW, LCSW, LMFT, or LMHC with substance use treatment experience
● Experience working with substance use populations preferred
● Valid State Driver’s License in good standing with current state-minimum auto insurance
Compensation & Benefits
Full-Time Employees
● Salary range of $46,000–$55,000/year, based on licensure
● $2,500 sign-on bonus
● Paid vacation days that increase with tenure
● Separate sick leave that rolls over annually
● Up to 10 paid holidays*
● Medical, dental, and vision insurance plan options
● DailyPay – access earned wages without waiting for payday*
● Training, development, and continuing education credits for licensure requirements
All Employees
● 401(k)
● Free licensure supervision
● Employee Assistance Program
● Pet insurance
● National discounts on shopping, travel, Verizon, and entertainment
● Mileage reimbursement*
● Cell phone stipend*
*Benefit availability may vary by position, state, or county.
Employment Type
Full-time
How to Apply
If you are a licensed substance abuse professional passionate about community-based, person-centered care, we encourage you to apply for the Substance Abuse Therapist role with Clarvida.
Equal Opportunity Statement
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.
Keywords
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