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Clinical and Counseling Psychologists

Assess, diagnose, and treat mental and emotional disorders of individuals through observation, interview, and psychological tests. Help individuals with distress or maladjustment understand their problems through their knowledge of case history, interviews with patients, and theory. Provide individual or group counseling services to assist individuals in achieving more effective personal, social, educational, and vocational development and adjustment. May design behavior modification programs and consult with medical personnel regarding the best treatment for patients.

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30 tasks27 core, 3 supplemental
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Life, Physical & Social ScienceOne of its 66 occupations
Code
19-3033.00SOC 2018: 19-3033

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27 core tasks and 3 supplemental, each quoted as published, with the survey it came from.

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  1. Task 1. Conduct assessments of patients' risk for harm to self or others.Core taskTask 22190Rated by 24 occupational experts, August 2024
  2. Task 2. Document patient information including session notes, progress notes, recommendations, and treatment plans.Core taskTask 22165Rated by 25 occupational experts, August 2024
  3. Task 3. Identify psychological, emotional, or behavioral issues and diagnose disorders, using information obtained from interviews, tests, records, or reference materials.Core taskTask 22168Rated by 24 occupational experts, August 2024
  4. Task 4. Write reports on clients and maintain required paperwork.Core taskTask 22170Rated by 25 occupational experts, August 2024
  5. Task 5. Counsel individuals, groups, or families to help them understand problems, deal with crisis situations, define goals, and develop realistic action plans.Core taskTask 22164Rated by 25 occupational experts, August 2024
  6. Task 6. Interact with clients to assist them in gaining insight, defining goals, and planning action to achieve effective personal, social, educational, or vocational development and adjustment.Core taskTask 22166Rated by 24 occupational experts, August 2024
  7. Task 7. Collect information about individuals or clients, using interviews, case histories, observational techniques, and other assessment methods.Core taskTask 22163Rated by 24 occupational experts, August 2024
  8. Task 8. Evaluate the effectiveness of counseling or treatments and the accuracy and completeness of diagnoses, modifying plans or diagnoses as necessary.Core taskTask 22173Rated by 25 occupational experts, August 2024
  9. Task 9. Use a variety of treatment methods, such as psychotherapy, hypnosis, behavior modification, stress reduction therapy, psychodrama, or play therapy.Core taskTask 22169Rated by 25 occupational experts, August 2024
  10. Task 10. Develop therapeutic and treatment plans based on clients' interests, abilities, or needs.Core taskTask 22167Rated by 25 occupational experts, August 2024
  11. Task 11. Develop and implement individual treatment plans, specifying type, frequency, intensity, and duration of therapy.Core taskTask 22176Rated by 25 occupational experts, August 2024
  12. Task 12. Maintain current knowledge of relevant research.Core taskTask 22179Rated by 25 occupational experts, August 2024
  13. Task 13. Obtain and study medical, psychological, social, and family histories by interviewing individuals, couples, or families and by reviewing records.Core taskTask 22172Rated by 25 occupational experts, August 2024
  14. Task 14. Select, administer, score, and interpret psychological tests to obtain information on individuals' intelligence, achievements, interests, or personalities.Core taskTask 22174Rated by 25 occupational experts, August 2024
  15. Task 15. Consult reference material, such as textbooks, manuals, or journals, to identify symptoms, make diagnoses, or develop approaches to treatment.Core taskTask 22180Rated by 25 occupational experts, August 2024
  16. Task 16. Consult with or provide consultation to other doctors, therapists, or clinicians regarding patient care.Core taskTask 22171Rated by 25 occupational experts, August 2024
  17. Task 17. Advise clients on how they could be helped by counseling.Core taskTask 22175Rated by 25 occupational experts, August 2024
  18. Task 18. Direct, coordinate, and evaluate activities of staff and interns engaged in patient assessment and treatment.Core taskTask 22185Rated by 25 occupational experts, August 2024
  19. Task 19. Supervise and train interns, clinicians in training, and other counselors.Core taskTask 22192Rated by 24 occupational experts, August 2024
  20. Task 20. Refer clients to other specialists, institutions, or support services as necessary.Core taskTask 22178Rated by 25 occupational experts, August 2024
  21. Task 21. Consult with other professionals, agencies, or universities to discuss therapies, treatments, counseling resources or techniques, and to share occupational information.Core taskTask 22177Rated by 25 occupational experts, August 2024
  22. Task 22. Develop, direct, and participate in training programs for staff and students.Core taskTask 22186Rated by 25 occupational experts, August 2024
  23. Task 23. Plan and develop accredited psychological service programs in psychiatric centers or hospitals, in collaboration with psychiatrists and other professional staff.Core taskTask 22184Rated by 25 occupational experts, August 2024
  24. Task 24. Provide consulting services, including educational programs, outreach programs, or prevention talks to schools, social service agencies, businesses, or the general public.Core taskTask 22182Rated by 25 occupational experts, August 2024
  25. Task 25. Provide occupational, educational, or other information to individuals so that they can make educational or vocational plans.Core taskTask 22183Rated by 25 occupational experts, August 2024
  26. Task 26. Conduct research to develop or improve diagnostic or therapeutic counseling techniques.Core taskTask 22188Rated by 25 occupational experts, August 2024
  27. Task 27. Prepare written evaluations of individuals' psychological competence for court hearings.Core taskTask 22191Rated by 25 occupational experts, August 2024
  28. Task 28. Observe individuals at play, in group interactions, or in other contexts to detect indications of cognitive, intellectual, or developmental disabilities.Supplemental taskTask 22181Rated by 25 occupational experts, August 2024
  29. Task 29. Plan, supervise, and conduct psychological research and write papers describing research results.Supplemental taskTask 22189Rated by 25 occupational experts, August 2024
  30. Task 30. Provide psychological or administrative services and advice to private firms or community agencies regarding mental health programs or individual cases.Supplemental taskTask 22187Rated by 25 occupational experts, August 2024

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