Family service counselor vs family counselor

Differences between family service counselor and family counselor duties and responsibilities

Family service counselor example responsibilities.

• Maintain the HMIS databases for new leads and existing client s needs.
• Design and implement new position utilizing community outreach counseling and support services for patients in partial hospital and outpatient programs.
• Perform drug screens after hours so the kids wouldn't miss school.
• Maintain and upkeep knowledge of current policy and program procedures for programs administer by DHS.
• Identify and assess needs of minors place in care by DCF due to abuse or neglect.
• Coordinate cases with supervisor, team members, providers, medical teams, DCF and attorneys as needed.
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Family counselor example responsibilities.

• Conduct group check-in and co-lead group psychotherapy sessions to help clients identify and manage problems associate with psychiatric conditions.
• Assist the clients in completing their DCF case plan, helping to remove any hindrances they may encounter.
• Counsele and test patients who requesting confidential HIV testing services
• Collaborate and coordinate patient care with resident/faculty physicians to provide appropriate levels of care to patients.
• Receive and process referrals from DCF and community-base case managers for individuals suspect as substance abusers.
• Utilize PowerPoint presentations to facilitate ongoing new student orientation, ensuring students understand rules and regulations.
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