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

  • Direct Care Counselor
  • Direct Service Provider
  • Community Support Worker
  • Long Term Services and Supports Service Clinician
  • Long Term Services and Supports Service Coordinator
  • Substance Abuse Services Director

  • Assist clients in adhering to treatment plans, such as setting up appointments, arranging for transportation to appointments, or providing support.
  • Counsel or aid family members to assist them in understanding, dealing with, or supporting the client or patient.
  • Interview clients, review records, conduct assessments, or confer with other professionals to evaluate the mental or physical condition of clients or patients.
  • Supervise or direct other workers who provide services to clients or patients.

  • Collaborate with other professionals to assess client needs or plan treatments.
  • Maintain professional social services knowledge.