Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors

Multitasking! Re-reading things over and over again. Making sure your client/kid isn't in danger. Running programs supervisors have implemented. Hanging out, asking questions, being a friend/teacher.

Have questions ready for your interviewer and be honest about the type of work you're looking for. Be ready to name a price range for your desired salary and describe the work experience you've had so far to justify your price. Be open to a new opportunity; its a challenging job but its rewarding!

Have a basic understanding of what behavioral intervention is and its impacts/efficacy. Study the ABCs of behavior (Antecedents, Behaviors, Consequences) and know that behavior is communication. Behavior has four functions: escape, attention, sensory, and tangible.