How do they match: Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors

  • Intake Coordinator
  • Substance Abuse Prevention Coordinator
  • Treatment Coordinator
  • Work Release Coordinator

  • Confer with family members or others close to clients to keep them informed of treatment planning and progress.
  • Coordinate activities with courts, probation officers, community services, or other post-treatment agencies.
  • Coordinate counseling efforts with mental health professionals or other health professionals, such as doctors, nurses, or social workers.
  • 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.
  • Participate in case conferences or staff meetings.

  • Confer with family members to discuss client treatment plans or progress.