Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors

General Information

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.

Business Breakdown

People in this career work in these sectors.

Private, for profit42.35%
Private, not for profit30.72%
State and local government19.59%
Self-employed4.41%
Federal government2.62%

Workplace at a Glance

What you can expect to experience while on the job

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Exposure to job hazards
Physical activity
Decision making
Repetitiveness
Level of competition
Time pressure

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Education

Most Common Education Levels

People in this career achieve this level of education.

Master's degree 41%
High school 23%
Associate's degree 23%
Post-master's certificate 8%
Bachelor's degree 3%
Some college 0%
Doctoral degree 0%
Post baccalaureate 0%
Less than high school 0%
Post-doctoral training 0%
First professional degree 0%
Post-secondary certificate 0%

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Knowledge

Therapy and Counseling
Psychology
Customer and Personal Service
Education and Training
English Language

Skills at a Glance

Skills helpful in this career

Verbal skills
Critical thinking & problem solving
Equipment operation & maintenance
Math & science skills
Technology design & control
Leadership

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