How do they match: Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors

  • Mental Health Therapist

  • Attend training sessions to increase knowledge and skills.
  • Coordinate counseling efforts with mental health professionals or other health professionals, such as doctors, nurses, or social workers.
  • Develop, implement, or evaluate public education, prevention, or health promotion programs, working in collaboration with organizations, institutions, or communities.
  • 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.

  • Plan programs to address community health issues.
  • Train staff members in social services skills.