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obeywilson2006@yahoo.com

Updated 5 days ago

NYS CASAC Needs employment ASAP - 1 Reply

[QUOTE who="jaculligan in New York"]My father past away and I had little choice in having my family come first. Due to this decision I have been out...

jeneen1961

Getting hired as Substance Abuse Counselor

I am 47 years old and will complete studies in Administrative Office Professional in 2010. I will have earned an Associates Degree. What other...

plopez128 in Avon, Illinois

Updated 21 days ago

Boom or bust? - 1 Reply

Are jobs in this industry on the rise? Are there any sub-sectors that are growing? Where are the jobs? Which places have the most substance abuse...

Tracie in Minneapolis, Minnesota

Updated 25 days ago

Show me the money... - 173 Replies

What are typical substance abuse counselor salaries? Do some companies pay a lot more for this position than others? What does a top earner make in...

ahleshia crouch in Jacksonville, North Carolina

Updated 27 days ago

Jobless in NC - 4 Replies

I am a new graduate from East Carolina University, with a dual Master's degree in Substance abuse and clinical counseling, as well as rehabilitation...

Gerard Kane in Waterbury, Connecticut

Updated 3 months ago

Private Practice - 10 Replies

Can you open your own private practice as a Licensed Sub Abuse Counselor or do you suggest I go back to school and get my PHD? Know anyone who has...

gigantic in New York, New York

Free Help For Addicts...looking for people who really need help

GONE TOO FAR Do you have a family member who is struggling with an addiction to drugs or alcohol? Has their addiction taken control over their...

Ezra in Brooklyn, New York

Updated 6 months ago

Starting out... - 3 Replies

How did you get your start doing substance abuse counselor work, and what career moves did you make to get to your current position? Do you need a...

Brown Adam in New York

Updated 6 months ago

National Drug Court Month Webinars in May - 3 Replies

AllCEUs.com is recognizing drug court professionals and their work by hosting free, live online webinars each Wednesday in May at 12noon. Each...

DrSnipes in Alachua, Florida

Problem Solving Courts Reducing Recidivism Rates

Problem Solving Courts Okay, it seemed like an oxymoron to me too when I first heard it, but these courts have merit. Currently there are over...

christine in Middletown, New Jersey

Updated 7 months ago

CADC Cert SA - 5 Replies

I am looking for a job in a state that will hire a CADC. NOT a lic one but a certified one. I don't understand how in one state I can help and...

peace011060@cs.com in Los Angeles, California

Updated 9 months ago

To be the best... - 3 Replies

What are the top 3 traits or skills every substance abuse counselor must have to excel? Can you suggest any tips or insights to develop your...

juxbenme in Charlotte, North Carolina

Updated 9 months ago

Interview Questions - 1 Reply

What type of questions should I be able to answer in an interview regarding a substance abuse worker? It is a panel interview and I just want to be...

Jeff in Wilmore, Kentucky

Updated 12 months ago

Entry-level Substance Abuse Counselor? - 2 Replies

I moved from Nashville, TN to Liberty, MO five months ago. I came with a summer internship but decided to stay. I have a Psychology degree and it has...

jackspar in phoenix

Addiction Recovery

I was listening to a person tonight speak of their addiction, and they spoke of hitting a 'spiritual bottom'. I had never quite heard of 'hitting...

sheila r robson in Oakland, California

Updated 17 months ago

Getting ahead... - 3 Replies

What is the best training for becoming a hirable substance abuse counselor? What types of ongoing training or certifications are necessary to be an...

Kelcey in Eugene, Oregon

Updated 18 months ago

The best part is... - 3 Replies

What do you enjoy most about substance abuse counselor work? What do you dislike the most? Is it challenging? Are there many opportunities to...

Lou in Killeen, Texas

Updated 27 months ago

Interview Preparation - 1 Reply

Do you have any tips to help prepare for an upcoming substance abuse counselor interview? Are there common interview questions that come up again...


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