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261132 · OSCA 2024

Alcohol and Other Drugs Counsellor

Classification
Occupation
Skill level
1
Major group
Professionals

Classification

Major group
2Professionals
Sub-major group
26Health Professionals

Description

Provides support and treatment for people struggling with substance abuse and addiction, identifies underlying causes of addiction, develops coping strategies to manage change, and provides community education.

Alternative titles

  • Alcohol and Other Drugs Clinician
  • Drug and Alcohol Counsellor

Unit group

2611 · Counsellors and Psychotherapists

Description

Provide counselling services to assist individuals to identify, define and overcome their relationship, addiction, mental health, social and health issues through a range of therapeutic interventions.

Skill level

Occupation skill level 1

Australia

1

Tasks

Tasks include

  • Assesses substance abuse and alcohol consumption history
  • Provides individual and group counselling sessions to help the individual understand the underlying causes of addiction and overcome the addiction
  • Provides education and resources to individuals about the risks and consequences of substance abuse
  • Facilitates referrals to Health Professionals or community resources, such as detoxification programs and support groups
  • Monitors progress and supports individuals to stay on track with their treatment plans

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