How do they match: Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers

  • Direct Care Counselor
  • Direct Service Provider
  • Substance Abuse Services Director

  • Educate clients or community members about mental or physical illness, abuse, medication, or available community resources.
  • Refer patient, client, or family to community resources for housing or treatment to assist in recovery from mental or physical illness, following through to ensure service efficacy.
  • Supervise or direct other workers who provide services to clients or patients.