Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day Shift

Description

Position Purpose

Mercy Care Atlanta is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Certified Addiction Outreach Counselor to join our mission-driven team. This role provides vital community-based support to individuals experiencing homelessness and struggling with substance use disorders. Working directly in encampments, under bridges, and on sidewalks, you will serve as a lifeline—connecting clients to treatment, recovery services, and hope.

What You Will Do

As a Certified Addiction Outreach Counselor, you will:

• Conduct proactive outreach to engage persons experiencing homelessness (PEH) with substance use disorders.
• Build trusting relationships and maintain an active caseload of 20–25 clients.
• Provide brief interventions, screenings, and promote treatment readiness.
• Assist clients in accessing detox, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), and recovery services.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and external partners to ensure holistic care.
• Maintain accurate documentation and case notes in compliance with organizational standards.
• Support clients in accessing psychiatric, medical, and social services tailored to their needs.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, or Human Services.
• Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC-I) or equivalent.
• Current SAP certification in good standing (Georgia or National Addiction Counselors Association).
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in mental health or social services.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Compassionate, non-judgmental, and culturally sensitive approach.
• Valid Georgia driver’s license (must be comfortable driving company vehicles, including a 12-passenger van).
  
  

Position Highlights And Benefits

• Day-1 Benefits (PTO accrual, retirement plan and match, health insurance and more!)
• Opportunity to get paid daily – through DailyPay
• Paid holidays and generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Discounts with major vendors; AT&T, Verizon, Ford Motor Company, General Motors, Quicken Loans, AND MORE!
• Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance plans. Enjoy lower-cost medical services when you visit facilities within the Trinity Health network.
• Fast response interview times and job offers.
  
  

Ministry/Facility Information

Mercy Care Atlanta, a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and comprised of 300 plus colleagues, is a healthcare organization that provides a range of health services to underserved and vulnerable populations in the Atlanta, Georgia area. We are dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care to individuals across all demographics. Rooted in the Mercy Philosophy, we prioritize respect, integrity, compassion, and excellence in all aspects of care delivery

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.