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Addictions Counselors

Addictions counselors help people overcome alcohol, drug, gambling, and other dependencies.

Addictions counselors help their clients change compulsive habits and learn new ways of coping with problems. They help individuals, groups, and families learn how to deal with the emotional and social effects of addictions.

Addictions Counselors are in the Human Services career cluster and the Counseling and Mental Health Services pathway.

Quick Facts

Wages:

 Above the statewide median

$21.95 / hour    Read more about wages

Outlook:

 Percent Growth   25.7%

Well above statewide average    Read more about outlook

Education & Training:

 Bachelor's degree is common.

On the Job:

 Work Activities
  • Counsel clients and patients, individually and in group sessions, to assist in overcoming dependencies.
  • Develop client treatment plans based on research, clinical experience, and client histories.
  • Interview client, review records, and talk with medical personnel to evaluate client's mental and physical condition.
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Job Title Examples:

 Addictions Counselor,  Alcohol and Drug Counselor,  Assessment Specialist 
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Source: Minnesota Department of Education, Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development, and CareerOneStop.