# 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. - Code: 21-1011.00 (O*NET-SOC; SOC 2018 21-1011) - Family: [Community & Social Service](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations#family-21), one of its 18 occupations - Tasks: 23 tasks (22 core and 1 supplemental) - Page: https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/21-1011.00 - JSON: https://foundation.org.ai/data/tasks/21-1011.00.json ## What the work is made of 1. Complete and maintain accurate records or reports regarding the patients' histories and progress, services provided, or other required information. Core task · Task 5584 · Rated by 53 people who do the job, August 2021 2. Counsel clients or patients, individually or in group sessions, to assist in overcoming dependencies, adjusting to life, or making changes. Core task · Task 5583 · Rated by 52 people who do the job, August 2021 3. Assess individuals' degree of drug dependency by collecting and analyzing urine samples. Core task · Task 18622 · Rated by 54 people who do the job, August 2021 4. Follow progress of discharged patients to determine effectiveness of treatments. Core task · Task 5601 · Rated by 51 people who do the job, August 2021 5. Conduct chemical dependency program orientation sessions. Core task · Task 5594 · Rated by 53 people who do the job, August 2021 6. Review and evaluate clients' progress in relation to measurable goals described in treatment and care plans. Core task · Task 5586 · Rated by 54 people who do the job, August 2021 7. Coordinate activities with courts, probation officers, community services, or other post-treatment agencies. Core task · Task 5598 · Rated by 52 people who do the job, August 2021 8. Develop client treatment plans based on research, clinical experience, and client histories. Core task · Task 5585 · Rated by 54 people who do the job, August 2021 9. Modify treatment plans to comply with changes in client status. Core task · Task 5590 · Rated by 54 people who do the job, August 2021 10. Coordinate counseling efforts with mental health professionals or other health professionals, such as doctors, nurses, or social workers. Core task · Task 5591 · Rated by 53 people who do the job, August 2021 11. Plan or implement follow-up or aftercare programs for clients to be discharged from treatment programs. Core task · Task 5593 · Rated by 52 people who do the job, August 2021 12. Intervene as an advocate for clients or patients to resolve emergency problems in crisis situations. Core task · Task 5588 · Rated by 54 people who do the job, August 2021 13. Attend training sessions to increase knowledge and skills. Core task · Task 5592 · Rated by 54 people who do the job, August 2021 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 task · Task 5587 · Rated by 53 people who do the job, August 2021 15. Instruct others in program methods, procedures, or functions. Core task · Task 5600 · Rated by 52 people who do the job, August 2021 16. Participate in case conferences or staff meetings. Core task · Task 5596 · Rated by 53 people who do the job, August 2021 17. Act as liaisons between clients and medical staff. Core task · Task 5597 · Rated by 54 people who do the job, August 2021 18. Provide clients or family members with information about addiction issues and about available services or programs, making appropriate referrals when necessary. Core task · Task 5589 · Rated by 54 people who do the job, August 2021 19. Train or supervise student interns or new staff members. Core task · Task 18623 · Rated by 53 people who do the job, August 2021 20. Counsel family members to assist them in understanding, dealing with, and supporting clients or patients. Core task · Task 5595 · Rated by 54 people who do the job, August 2021 21. Confer with family members or others close to clients to keep them informed of treatment planning and progress. Core task · Task 5599 · Rated by 54 people who do the job, August 2021 22. Develop, implement, or evaluate public education, prevention, or health promotion programs, working in collaboration with organizations, institutions, or communities. Core task · Task 5602 · Rated by 52 people who do the job, August 2021 23. Supervise or direct other workers providing services to clients or patients. Supplemental task · Task 5603 · Rated by 54 people who do the job, August 2021 ## More in Community & Social Service - [Child, Family, and School Social Workers](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/21-1021.00): 21 tasks - [Clergy](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/21-2011.00): 21 tasks - [Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/21-1099.00): no tasks listed - [Community Health Workers](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/21-1094.00): 28 tasks - [Counselors, All Other](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/21-1019.00): no tasks listed - [Directors, Religious Activities and Education](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/21-2021.00): 19 tasks - [Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/21-1012.00): 35 tasks - [Health Education Specialists](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/21-1091.00): 16 tasks - [Healthcare Social Workers](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/21-1022.00): 17 tasks - [Marriage and Family Therapists](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/21-1013.00): 15 tasks - [Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/21-1023.00): 13 tasks - [Mental Health Counselors](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/21-1014.00): 27 tasks - [Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/21-1092.00): 21 tasks - [Rehabilitation Counselors](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/21-1015.00): 17 tasks - [Religious Workers, All Other](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/21-2099.00): no tasks listed - [Social and Human Service Assistants](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/21-1093.00): 19 tasks - [Social Workers, All Other](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/21-1029.00): no tasks listed ## Where this comes from Quoted from O*NET 29.0, U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration, under CC BY 4.0: free to copy and reuse, with credit. 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