Addictions counselor assistant vs education counselor

Differences between addictions counselor assistant and education counselor duties and responsibilities

Addictions counselor assistant example responsibilities.

• Certify in CPR and CPI.
• Med certiffy, CPR certify.
• Work on PowerPoint presentations, and coordinate the presentations with board activity.
• Maintain strict confidentially of client information in accordance with HIPPA and PII policy.
• Maintain data entry of office and patient records, while maintaining HIPPA compliance and patient confidentiality.
• Conduct in-person assessments to employees formally refer to the employee assistance program (EAP) and formulate treatment goals and plans.
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Education counselor example responsibilities.

• Provide consultation and in-service to teachers, administrators and parents regarding IEP's, guidance and counseling practices and programs.
• Collaborate as member of IEP teams, with school and district representatives and families, to identify specific student needs areas.
• Work towards empowering juveniles and their families to support a positive lifestyle by providing strength base intensive intervention and rehabilitation services.
• Participate in special education meetings as administrator, coordinate state testing and assist with RTI identifications.
• Facilitate RTI process on caseload through identification, implementation, and through monitoring progress for further referrals for at-risk students.
• Ensure client safety and provide necessary intervention toward adolescent teens admit into an inpatient drug and mental health treatment facility.