Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors
Counsel and advise individuals with alcohol, tobacco, drug, or other problems, such as gambling and eating disorders. May counsel individuals, families, or groups or engage in prevention programs.
- Tasks
- 23 tasks22 core, 1 supplemental
- Family
- Community & Social ServiceOne of its 18 occupations
- Code
- 21-1011.00SOC 2018: 21-1011
What the work is made of
22 core tasks and 1 supplemental, each quoted as published, with the survey it came from.
Core: central to the jobSupplemental: done by some, not all
- Task 1. Complete and maintain accurate records or reports regarding the patients' histories and progress, services provided, or other required information.Core taskTask 5584Rated by 53 people who do the job, August 2021
- Task 2. Counsel clients or patients, individually or in group sessions, to assist in overcoming dependencies, adjusting to life, or making changes.Core taskTask 5583Rated by 52 people who do the job, August 2021
- Task 3. Assess individuals' degree of drug dependency by collecting and analyzing urine samples.Core taskTask 18622Rated by 54 people who do the job, August 2021
- Task 4. Follow progress of discharged patients to determine effectiveness of treatments.Core taskTask 5601Rated by 51 people who do the job, August 2021
- Task 5. Conduct chemical dependency program orientation sessions.Core taskTask 5594Rated by 53 people who do the job, August 2021
- Task 6. Review and evaluate clients' progress in relation to measurable goals described in treatment and care plans.Core taskTask 5586Rated by 54 people who do the job, August 2021
- Task 7. Coordinate activities with courts, probation officers, community services, or other post-treatment agencies.Core taskTask 5598Rated by 52 people who do the job, August 2021
- Task 8. Develop client treatment plans based on research, clinical experience, and client histories.Core taskTask 5585Rated by 54 people who do the job, August 2021
- Task 9. Modify treatment plans to comply with changes in client status.Core taskTask 5590Rated by 54 people who do the job, August 2021
- Task 10. Coordinate counseling efforts with mental health professionals or other health professionals, such as doctors, nurses, or social workers.Core taskTask 5591Rated by 53 people who do the job, August 2021
- Task 11. Plan or implement follow-up or aftercare programs for clients to be discharged from treatment programs.Core taskTask 5593Rated by 52 people who do the job, August 2021
- Task 12. Intervene as an advocate for clients or patients to resolve emergency problems in crisis situations.Core taskTask 5588Rated by 54 people who do the job, August 2021
- Task 13. Attend training sessions to increase knowledge and skills.Core taskTask 5592Rated by 54 people who do the job, August 2021
- Task 14. Interview clients, review records, and confer with other professionals to evaluate individuals' mental and physical condition and to determine their suitability for participation in a specific program.Core taskTask 5587Rated by 53 people who do the job, August 2021
- Task 15. Instruct others in program methods, procedures, or functions.Core taskTask 5600Rated by 52 people who do the job, August 2021
- Task 16. Participate in case conferences or staff meetings.Core taskTask 5596Rated by 53 people who do the job, August 2021
- Task 17. Act as liaisons between clients and medical staff.Core taskTask 5597Rated by 54 people who do the job, August 2021
- Task 18. Provide clients or family members with information about addiction issues and about available services or programs, making appropriate referrals when necessary.Core taskTask 5589Rated by 54 people who do the job, August 2021
- Task 19. Train or supervise student interns or new staff members.Core taskTask 18623Rated by 53 people who do the job, August 2021
- Task 20. Counsel family members to assist them in understanding, dealing with, and supporting clients or patients.Core taskTask 5595Rated by 54 people who do the job, August 2021
- Task 21. Confer with family members or others close to clients to keep them informed of treatment planning and progress.Core taskTask 5599Rated by 54 people who do the job, August 2021
- Task 22. Develop, implement, or evaluate public education, prevention, or health promotion programs, working in collaboration with organizations, institutions, or communities.Core taskTask 5602Rated by 52 people who do the job, August 2021
- Task 23. Supervise or direct other workers providing services to clients or patients.Supplemental taskTask 5603Rated by 54 people who do the job, August 2021
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- ClassificationStandard Occupational Classification 2018, 21-1011
- LicenseCC BY 4.0Free to copy and reuse, with credit
- Changed by usNothing.
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