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21-1011.00   Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors

O*NET SOC Title
Lay Titles
Behavioral Analyst
O*NET SOC Description
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.
O*NET SOC Tasks
Conduct chemical dependency program orientation sessions.
Develop, implement, or evaluate public education, prevention, or health promotion programs, working in collaboration with organizations, institutions, or communities.
Instruct others in program methods, procedures, or functions.
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.
Plan or implement follow-up or aftercare programs for clients to be discharged from treatment programs.
Provide clients or family members with information about addiction issues and about available services or programs, making appropriate referrals when necessary.
Detailed Work Activities
Collaborate with other professionals to develop education or assistance programs.
Evaluate the effectiveness of counseling or educational programs.
Plan programs to address community health issues.
Present social services program information to the public.
Refer clients to community or social service programs.