Enhanced Listings for Drug Rehab Centers Across the United States
AllTreatment.com, a drug rehab center and substance abuse information resource, launches Enhanced Listings to increase the exposure of "star talent" in the drug and alcohol treatment center niche. Seattle, Washington (PRWEB) August 18, 2013.
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CNN/CIR rehab fraud investigation spurs lawmakers into action
(CNN) — A California lawmaker has scheduled a hearing to examine disclosures of significant fraud in taxpayer-funded drug rehabilitation by The Center for Investigative Reporting and CNN. Dr. Richard Pan, chairman of the Assembly Health Committee, …
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Addiction Treatment Helpline Opens Its Doors at a New Office in Boston
Employees are dedicated to assisting individuals who are seeking comprehensive information about addiction and substance abuse, treatment programs and rehabilitation centers. The primary goal of the helpline is to be the most reliable source of …
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Enhanced Listings for Drug Rehab Centers Across the United States
AllTreatment.com, a drug rehab center and substance abuse information resource, launches Enhanced Listings to increase the exposure of "star talent" in the drug and alcohol treatment center niche. Seattle, Washington (PRWEB) August 18, 2013.
Read more on San Francisco Chronicle (press release)

Craig Ehlo's arraignment delayed because of drug rehab
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Question by Popcorn: How to work with drug addicts?
I thought of working with drug addicts today, like how would I get to that position? What sort of jobs are available in rehab centers and drug treatment centers? What type of degrees would I need to get?

Best answer:

Answer by ThirtyEightSnub
Education Requirements for a job as a substance abuse counselor depend on the hiring agency. Some counselors have a high school diploma and
certification while others have a bachelor’s degree or
master’s degree. Since some of the best substance
abuse counselors are those who have overcome addiction themselves, this is one of the few jobs
where a degree from the school of hard knocks can
outweigh university schooling. Counselors with more
education will be trusted with less immediate
supervision and licensed counselors can provide
one-on-one counseling.

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Question by Olivia: How many years of school do you need to become a substance abuse and behavioral counselor?
Also, not a school counselor. I want to work with adults and teenagers but I didn’t know I would have to go to school for almost eight years? Is this true? Did my school counselor have to go to school for that long too?

Best answer:

Answer by StellaStarfire
“While on-the-job training is often provided, some employers prefer candidates that have a bachelor’s degree or higher in psychology, sociology or a related subject along with two years of counseling in a related field or equivalent life experience such as being a former drug addict or performing volunteer work. Some substance abuse counselors have a master’s degree in mental health counseling. Numerous colleges provide associate degree programs for counselors which usually take two years to complete. The programs include training in drugs and alcohol. Some of the programs offer training in crisis intervention.

The criteria for licensure varies by state. In some cases, the candidates are only required to have a high school diploma and certification. The National Board for Certified Counselors offers a general practice credential of National Certified Counselor. The national certification is distinct from state licensing. The board also provides a speciality certification in addiction counseling.”

From:

http://www.citytowninfo.com/employment/substance-abuse-counselors

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