How do they match: Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors

  • Case Manager
  • Clinical Manager
  • Drug or Alcohol Abuse Human Relations Counselor
  • Student Assistance Counselor

  • 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.
  • Develop, implement, or evaluate public education, prevention, or health promotion programs, working in collaboration with organizations, institutions, or communities.
  • Review and evaluate clients' progress in relation to measurable goals described in treatment and care plans.

  • Collaborate with other professionals to develop education or assistance programs.
  • Intervene in crisis situations to assist clients.
  • Present social services program information to the public.