| Location | Columbus, Georgia |
| Website | clarvida.com/working-at-clarvida |
ACT Vocational Specialist
Location: Columbus, Georgia (Community-based)
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary: $22.22- $24.15/hr
Date Posted: 1/15/2026
Clarvida is seeking an ACT (Assertive Community Treatment) Vocational Specialist to join our multidisciplinary team in supporting adults with serious and persistent mental illness. In this role, you will work closely with clients to help them overcome barriers to employment and assist in the development of their Individual Recovery Plan (IRP). You will guide clients through career training, job development, coaching, and provide ongoing support to ensure their long-term success in the workforce.
As part of the ACT team, you will also work collaboratively with therapists, case managers, peer specialists, and other professionals to deliver holistic care that aligns with each client's personal recovery goals.
Assess the impact of mental health on employment and help clients set and achieve employment goals
Provide job training, career coaching, and job placement support
Support clients in developing and maintaining independent employment
Educate clients about financial management, benefits, and employer disability disclosure
Connect clients to community resources and offer crisis intervention when necessary
Provide transportation for clients to job sites, interviews, and other necessary appointments
Participate in an on-call rotation every six weeks
1+ year of verifiable vocational rehabilitation training and/or experience
Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work or related field
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Quicken programs
Valid Georgia Driver’s License and clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR)
Clean criminal background check (no history of abuse, neglect, or exploitation)
Paid vacation days that increase with tenure
Separate sick leave that rolls over annually
Up to 10 paid holidays*
Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
DailyPay – access to your daily earnings instantly
Training, development, and CEUs for licensure requirements
401(k)
Free licensure supervision
Pet insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Perks @ Clarvida – national discounts on shopping, travel, Verizon, and entertainment
Mileage reimbursement*
Cellphone stipend*
*Benefit availability may vary by state/county.
Community-based (Georgia)
Full-time
If you’re passionate about helping individuals with mental illness achieve their vocational goals and improve their quality of life, we encourage you to apply for the ACT Vocational Specialist role with Clarvida.
Learn more: www.clarvida.com/mission-vision-and-values
See additional openings: www.clarvida.com/working-at-clarvida
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 category.
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