Substance Abuse Counselor

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.

• Complete and maintain accurate records or reports regarding the patients' histories and progress, services provided, or other required information.
• Counsel clients or patients, individually or in group sessions, to assist in overcoming dependencies, adjusting to life, or making changes.
• Assess individuals' degree of drug dependency by collecting and analyzing urine samples.
• Follow progress of discharged patients to determine effectiveness of treatments.
• Conduct chemical dependency program orientation sessions.
• Review and evaluate clients' progress in relation to measurable goals described in treatment and care plans.