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Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers

On the Job

 

Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers treat people who have problems with addiction. They work with people who are addicted to alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs. They may provide therapy and education. They may also offer crisis intervention.

 

Typical Work Tasks

People who work in this career often:


Typical Working Conditions

 

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