About This Career Path
Counsel and advise individuals with alcohol, tobacco, drug, or other problems, such as gambling and eating disorders. May counsel individuals, families, or groups or engage in prevention programs.
A Day In The Life
Human Services Industry
Sample Career Roadmap
Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors
Supporting Certifications
Arizona State University
Arizona State University
Arizona State University
Chandler-Gilbert Community College (MCCCD)
Glendale Community College (MCCCD)
Glendale Community College (MCCCD)
Glendale Community College (MCCCD)
Mesa Community College (MCCCD)
Paradise Valley Community College (MCCCD)
Phoenix College (MCCCD)
Rio Salado College (MCCCD)
Rio Salado College (MCCCD)
Rio Salado College (MCCCD)
Rio Salado College (MCCCD)
South Mountain Community College (MCCCD)
South Mountain Community College (MCCCD)
South Mountain Community College (MCCCD)
Degree Recommendations
Chandler-Gilbert Community College (MCCCD)
Estrella Mountain Community College (MCCCD)
Glendale Community College (MCCCD)
Glendale Community College (MCCCD)
Glendale Community College (MCCCD)
Maricopa Community Colleges
Top Expected Tasks
Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors
01
Complete and maintain accurate records or reports regarding the patients' histories and progress, services provided, or other required information.
02
Counsel clients or patients, individually or in group sessions, to assist in overcoming dependencies, adjusting to life, or making changes.
03
Assess individuals' degree of drug dependency by collecting and analyzing urine samples.
04
Follow progress of discharged patients to determine effectiveness of treatments.
05
Conduct chemical dependency program orientation sessions.
06
Review and evaluate clients' progress in relation to measurable goals described in treatment and care plans.
07
Coordinate activities with courts, probation officers, community services, or other post-treatment agencies.
08
Develop client treatment plans based on research, clinical experience, and client histories.
09
Modify treatment plans to comply with changes in client status.
10
Coordinate counseling efforts with mental health professionals or other health professionals, such as doctors, nurses, or social workers.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors
Common knowledge, skills & abilities needed to get a foot in the door.
KNOWLEDGE
Therapy and Counseling
KNOWLEDGE
Psychology
KNOWLEDGE
Education and Training
KNOWLEDGE
Customer and Personal Service
KNOWLEDGE
English Language
SKILL
Active Listening
SKILL
Speaking
SKILL
Critical Thinking
SKILL
Social Perceptiveness
SKILL
Monitoring
ABILITY
Oral Expression
ABILITY
Problem Sensitivity
ABILITY
Speech Clarity
ABILITY
Deductive Reasoning
ABILITY
Inductive Reasoning
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