How do they match: Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors

  • Case Manager
  • Clinical Manager
  • Student Assistance Counselor

  • Complete and maintain accurate records or reports regarding the patients' histories and progress, services provided, or other required information.
  • Confer with family members or others close to clients to keep them informed of treatment planning and progress.
  • Counsel clients or patients, individually or in group sessions, to assist in overcoming dependencies, adjusting to life, or making changes.
  • Counsel family members to assist them in understanding, dealing with, and supporting clients or patients.
  • Provide clients or family members with information about addiction issues and about available services or programs, making appropriate referrals when necessary.

  • Collaborate with other professionals to develop education or assistance programs.
  • Intervene in crisis situations to assist clients.
  • Interview clients to gather information about their backgrounds, needs, or progress.
  • Present social services program information to the public.