Substance Abuse Specialist - CIT - CAC - LMSW - PLPC - LAC

Substance Abuse Specialist – CIT – CAC – LMSW – PLPC – LAC

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We are seeking a Substance Abuse Specialist (SAS) to join our program in Lake Charles, LA. SAS is an essential part of the Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Team. The multidisciplinary team provides evidence‑based services to members diagnosed with severe and persistent mental illness and co‑occurring disorders. The SAS provides individual substance abuse therapy and facilitates substance use disorder groups for consumers in service.

The candidate will create the person‑centered treatment plan, review and change the individual crisis plan as required, and complete annual substance use assessment. The role requires meeting the client where they are in treatment and utilizing motivational interviewing and harm reduction techniques. The specialist must maintain thorough and timely clinical documentation such as progress notes, assessments, treatment plans, and interpretative summaries.

Earn $22–$25 per hour plus a $7,500 yearly mileage stipend.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support.
• Retirement plan – both pre‑tax and Roth (after‑tax) options for employee contributions.
• Daily Pay – access your pay when you need it!
• On the Goga well‑being platform, featuring self‑care tools and resources.
• Access  for backup childcare, elder care, and household services.
• Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships.
• Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
• Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes.

Learn more about our full benefits package here.

Merakey is a non‑profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees support nearly 40,000 individuals and families across 12 states each year. Merakey strictly follows a zero‑tolerance policy for abuse.

Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. We encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. Merakey welcomes all Veterans.