There are certain advantages and disadvantages of becoming a substance abuse counselor. Advantages: A significant advantage is that you probably will not have difficulty finding a job. With the rise of addiction, the need for substance abuse counselors is in high demand. In fact according to the U.S. Bureau of […]
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Over the years, I have heard of success rates of treatment that were all over the board and have come to the conclusion that “success rates” don’t really tell us a whole lot. Part of the problem seems to be that everyone has their own definition of success. I have […]
Contents1 Introduction2 Understanding Addiction Group Homes2.1 What are Addiction Group Homes?2.2 Types of Addiction Group Homes3 The Benefits of Working in Addiction Homes3.1 Community and Support3.2 Professional Care and Facilities4 Finding the Right Addictions Home4.1 How to Search for Group Homes4.2 What to Look for in a Group Home5 Challenges […]
Having worked as a substance abuse counselor for over 16 years, I have worked for, worked with, and supervised a lot of counselors. I have seen some excellent counselors who found their jobs challenging and rewarding. I have also seen counselors who got discouraged, burned out, and regretted ever getting […]