Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors
Work one-on-one or with groups to help people with drug, alcohol, and other problems.
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Chemical Dependency Counselor (CD Counselor) Substance Abuse Counselor (SA Counselor) Counselor See more job title examples |
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Wages & Outlook
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Employment
Where do Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors most often work?
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On the Job
Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors counsel people, families, or groups. They help people overcome problems, especially those due to alcohol or drug addiction.
Typical Work Tasks
People who work in this career often:
Typical Working Conditions
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Education & Credentials
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Majors
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Transfer Options
Licenses
Licenses are knowledge and skill credentials that are legally required in some careers.
This occupation requires a license.
Alcohol and Drug Counselor (ADC) -Temporary Permits
Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC)
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC)
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
Helpful High School Courses
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- Child Development
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- Cultural/Ethnic Studies
- English Composition
- Health Education
- Personal Finance
- Political Science
- Public Administration
- Public Speaking
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- Sociology
- World Languages
In Minnesota, your school may have developed a Program of Study in this career area. A Program of Study is an academic and career plan developed by your high school to help move you towards a career and college path. A Program of Study can help you:
- Select high school classes that prepare you for college and getting a job
- Understand how the classes you're taking in high school lead to a career
- Identify extra-curricular activities that are related to your career interest
- See what classes at your school offer early college credit that will save you time and money towards your college expenses
- Graduate from high school prepared for your next step toward the career you choose
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Skills & Knowledge
Most Important Skills for Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors
Most Important Knowledge Areas for Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors
Interests
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Describe Your Skills
People who have worked in this career typically perform the following tasks. These statements can help a prospective employer understand what you can do, on a resume or during an interview.
- Communicating with supervisors, co-workers, or people that work under you.
- Creating and maintaining interpersonal relationships.
- Documenting or recording information.
- Collecting information from different sources.
- Organizing, planning, and prioritizing work.
- Helping and caring for people.
- Evaluating information to determine compliance with standards.
- Making decisions or solving problems.
Careers that Use Similar Skills
The following careers use skills, knowledge, and abilities that are similar to those used for Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors.
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Job Title Examples
Chemical Dependency Counselor (CD Counselor), Substance Abuse Counselor (SA Counselor), Counselor, Addictions Counselor, Alcohol and Drug Counselor, Assessment Specialist, Case Manager, Chemical Dependency Professional, Clinical Counselor, Clinician
Where Do Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors Work?
Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors often work in the following industries.
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