Clarvida - Georgia
Location
Columbus, Georgia
Salary
$22 - $24 / HOUR
The ACT Vocational Specialist will assess the impact of mental health on employment and help clients set and achieve employment goals. They will provide job training, career coaching, and support clients in developing independent employment.
Candidates must have at least 1 year of vocational rehabilitation training or experience and a bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, or a related field. Strong communication skills and knowledge of Microsoft Word and Quicken are also required.
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
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 Equal Opportunity Statement 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. Keywords ACT vocational specialist Georgia, community-based vocational support, mental health career development, job placement mental health Georgia, Clarvida vocational specialist jobs
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