According to people in this career, the main tasks are...
| Task | Importance |
|---|---|
| Complete and maintain accurate records or reports regarding the patients' histories and progress, services provided, or other required information. | 96% |
| Counsel clients or patients, individually or in group sessions, to assist in overcoming dependencies, adjusting to life, or making changes. | 94% |
| Assess individuals' degree of drug dependency by collecting and analyzing urine samples. | 92% |
| Conduct chemical dependency program orientation sessions. | 91% |
| Follow progress of discharged patients to determine effectiveness of treatments. | 91% |
| Review and evaluate clients' progress in relation to measurable goals described in treatment and care plans. | 91% |
| Coordinate activities with courts, probation officers, community services, or other post-treatment agencies. | 89% |
| Modify treatment plans to comply with changes in client status. | 89% |
| Develop client treatment plans based on research, clinical experience, and client histories. | 89% |
| Coordinate counseling efforts with mental health professionals or other health professionals, such as doctors, nurses, or social workers. | 87% |
| Plan or implement follow-up or aftercare programs for clients to be discharged from treatment programs. | 87% |
| Intervene as an advocate for clients or patients to resolve emergency problems in crisis situations. | 86% |
| Attend training sessions to increase knowledge and skills. | 86% |
| 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. | 86% |
| Instruct others in program methods, procedures, or functions. | 85% |
| Participate in case conferences or staff meetings. | 84% |
| Provide clients or family members with information about addiction issues and about available services or programs, making appropriate referrals when necessary. | 83% |
| Act as liaisons between clients and medical staff. | 83% |
| Train or supervise student interns or new staff members. | 83% |
| Confer with family members or others close to clients to keep them informed of treatment planning and progress. | 81% |
| Counsel family members to assist them in understanding, dealing with, and supporting clients or patients. | 81% |
| Supervise or direct other workers providing services to clients or patients. | 80% |
| Develop, implement, or evaluate public education, prevention, or health promotion programs, working in collaboration with organizations, institutions, or communities. | 80% |
