Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist (LCAS)

Job Title: Substance Abuse Counselor – LCAS
Location: Rutherfordton, North Carolina (Community-Based)
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary: $57,000 - $60,000
Date Posted: 01-12-2026

About the Role
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.

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

Required Qualifications

● 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

Preferred Qualifications

● 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

Compensation & Benefits

Full-time Employees:

● 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

All Employees:

● 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

(*Benefits may vary by state or county)

Work Location
Community-Based, North Carolina

Employment Type
Full-time

How to Apply
If you’re passionate about empowering individuals through recovery and behavioral health support, click “Apply Now” to join Clarvida’s dedicated team.

Application Deadline: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

About Clarvida
Clarvida is a trusted provider of behavioral health services, supporting communities across multiple states. We specialize in integrated, person-centered care and partner with families and local systems to deliver outcome-driven mental health and substance use services.

Learn more: www.clarvida.com/mission-vision-and-values
See other opportunities: www.clarvida.com/working-at-clarvida

Equal Opportunity Employer
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 characteristic.

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