Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors

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1. 01Confer with family members or others close to clients to keep them informed of treatment planning and progress.
2. 02Counsel clients or patients, individually or in group sessions, to assist in overcoming dependencies, adjusting to life, or making changes.
3. 03Develop client treatment plans based on research, clinical experience, and client histories.
4. 04Complete and maintain accurate records or reports regarding the patients' histories and progress, services provided, or other required information.
5. 05Review and evaluate clients' progress in relation to measurable goals described in treatment and care plans.
6. 06Plan or implement follow-up or aftercare programs for clients to be discharged from treatment programs.
7. 07Intervene as an advocate for clients or patients to resolve emergency problems in crisis situations.
8. 08Coordinate counseling efforts with mental health professionals or other health professionals, such as doctors, nurses, or social workers.
9. 09Interview 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.
10. 10Participate in case conferences or staff meetings.
11. 11Coordinate activities with courts, probation officers, community services, or other post-treatment agencies.
12. 12Conduct chemical dependency program orientation sessions.

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