Will “Certified Alcohol Drug Counselor (CADC)” be Replaced By Robots? 🤔

Job 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.

Job Details

• The SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) code is 21-1011.00
• The Mean Annual Wage in the U.S. is $ 44,160.00
• The Mean Hourly Wage is $ 21.00
• Currently, there are 91,040 people on this job

☝️ Information based on the reference occupation “Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors”.

Also Known As…

• Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors
• Substance Abuse Counselor (SA Counselor)
• Prevention Specialist
• Drug and Alcohol Treatment Specialist (DATS)
• Counselor
• Correctional Substance Abuse Counselor
• Clinical Counselor
• Chemical Dependency Professional
• Chemical Dependency Counselor (CD Counselor)
• Case Manager
• Addictions Counselor
• Treatment Coordinator
• Substance Abuse Technician
• Student Assistance Counselor (SAC)
• Residential Substance Abuse Counselor
• Quitline Counselor
• Psychotherapist
• Primary Therapist
• Primary Substance Abuse Counselor
• Licensed Social Worker
• Licensed Clinician
• Group Home Counselor
• Group Counselor
• Drug or Alcohol Abuse Human Relations Counselor
• Drug Abuse Technician
• Drug Abuse Counselor
• Domestic Violence Counselor
• Domestic Violence Advocate
• Direct Care Counselor
• Clinician
• Certified Substance Abuse Counselor
• Certified Drug Counselor
• Certified Alcohol Counselor
• Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (ADAC)
• Certified Abuse and Drug Addiction Counselor
• Behavioral Therapist
• Behavioral Specialist
• Behavioral Analyst
• Behavior Therapist
• Assessment Specialist
• Alcoholic Counselor
• Alcohol and Drug Counselor
• Addiction Therapist

Tasks for “Certified Alcohol Drug Counselor (CADC)”

• Plan or implement follow-up or aftercare programs for clients to be discharged from treatment programs.
• Intervene as an advocate for clients or patients to resolve emergency problems in crisis situations.
• Develop client treatment plans based on research, clinical experience, and client histories.
• Complete and maintain accurate records or reports regarding the patients' histories and progress, services provided, or other required information.
• Coordinate activities with courts, probation officers, community services, or other post-treatment agencies.
• Attend training sessions to increase knowledge and skills.
• Modify treatment plans to comply with changes in client status.
• Participate in case conferences or staff meetings.
• Review and evaluate clients' progress in relation to measurable goals described in treatment and care plans.
• Counsel clients or patients, individually or in group sessions, to assist in overcoming dependencies, adjusting to life, or making changes.
• Instruct others in program methods, procedures, or functions.
• Conduct chemical dependency program orientation sessions.
• Counsel family members to assist them in understanding, dealing with, and supporting clients or patients.
• Act as liaisons between clients and medical staff.
• Coordinate counseling efforts with mental health professionals or other health professionals, such as doctors, nurses, or social workers.
• Train or supervise student interns or new staff members.
• Interview 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.
• Develop, implement, or evaluate public education, prevention, or health promotion programs, working in collaboration with organizations, institutions, or communities.
• Follow progress of discharged patients to determine effectiveness of treatments.
• Assess individuals' degree of drug dependency by collecting and analyzing urine samples.
• Confer with family members or others close to clients to keep them informed of treatment planning and progress.
• Provide clients or family members with information about addiction issues and about available services or programs, making appropriate referrals when necessary.
• Supervise or direct other workers providing services to clients or patients.

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