Chromosomal disorders counselor vs primary counselor

The differences between chromosomal disorders counselors and primary counselors can be seen in a few details. Each job has different responsibilities and duties. It typically takes 4-6 years to become both a chromosomal disorders counselor and a primary counselor. Additionally, a chromosomal disorders counselor has an average salary of $46,994, which is higher than the $44,580 average annual salary of a primary counselor.

The top three skills for a chromosomal disorders counselor include cognitive behavioral, group sessions and group therapy. The most important skills for a primary counselor are group therapy sessions, mental health, and crisis intervention.

Chromosomal disorders counselor vs primary counselor overview

	Chromosomal Disorders Counselor	Primary Counselor
Yearly salary	$46,994	$44,580
Hourly rate	$22.59	$21.43
Growth rate	-	9%
Number of jobs	27,177	65,753
Job satisfaction	-	-
Most common degree	Bachelor's Degree, 80%	Bachelor's Degree, 58%
Average age	39	39
Years of experience	6	6

Chromosomal disorders counselor vs primary counselor salary

Chromosomal disorders counselors and primary counselors have different pay scales, as shown below.

	Chromosomal Disorders Counselor	Primary Counselor
Average salary	$46,994	$44,580
Salary range	Between $35,000 And $62,000	Between $31,000 And $63,000
Highest paying City	-	-
Highest paying state	-	-
Best paying company	-	-
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Differences between chromosomal disorders counselor and primary counselor education

There are a few differences between a chromosomal disorders counselor and a primary counselor in terms of educational background:

	Chromosomal Disorders Counselor	Primary Counselor
Most common degree	Bachelor's Degree, 80%	Bachelor's Degree, 58%
Most common major	Management	Psychology
Most common college	Boston University	Hunter College of the City University of New York

Chromosomal disorders counselor vs primary counselor demographics

Here are the differences between chromosomal disorders counselors' and primary counselors' demographics:

	Chromosomal Disorders Counselor	Primary Counselor
Average age	39	39
Gender ratio	Male, 10.0% Female, 90.0%	Male, 34.5% Female, 65.5%
Race ratio	Black or African American, 11.4% Unknown, 4.6% Hispanic or Latino, 15.4% Asian, 4.6% White, 63.2% American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.9%	Black or African American, 11.4% Unknown, 4.6% Hispanic or Latino, 15.4% Asian, 4.6% White, 63.2% American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.9%
LGBT Percentage	12%	12%

Differences between chromosomal disorders counselor and primary counselor duties and responsibilities

Chromosomal disorders counselor example responsibilities.

Coordinate individual client treatment plans to achieve individual and department rehabilitation goals.
Develop a court-ordered outpatient program including IOP, general outpatient and aftercare levels.
Facilitate substance abuse group counseling sessions to assist patients in recognizing causal factors of substance abuse and in developing coping behaviors.
Provide behavior modification and social skills training to children and adolescents with ADHD and other behavioral and emotional disorders.

Primary counselor example responsibilities.

Coordinate individual client treatment plans to achieve individual and department rehabilitation goals.
Conduct intake screenings and assessment for treatment entry and appropriateness per ASAM criteria.
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans base on patient needs and ASAM criteria.
Maintain accurate and complete chart documentation regarding patient attitude and progress in the rehabilitation process following program protocols.
Facilitate group activities, arrange for outside recovery-orient NA/AA meetings, and provide a safe environment for recovering patients.
Facilitate substance abuse group counseling sessions to assist patients in recognizing causal factors of substance abuse and in developing coping behaviors.

Chromosomal disorders counselor vs primary counselor skills

Common chromosomal disorders counselor skills

Cognitive Behavioral, 33%
Group Sessions, 26%
Group Therapy, 20%
Outpatient Clients, 20%

Common primary counselor skills

Group Therapy Sessions, 10%
Mental Health, 10%
Crisis Intervention, 10%
Patients, 8%
Intake Assessments, 8%
Substance Abuse Treatment, 8%

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