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Clinical and Counseling Professions
These careers focus on providing direct therapeutic care and mental health support.
Professionals in this group diagnose, counsel, and treat individuals, families, or groups facing emotional, psychological, or behavioral challenges.
Careers include:
- Mental Health Counselor
- Substance Abuse & Behavioral Disorder Counselor
- Marriage & Family Therapist
- Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
- Mental Health & Substance Abuse Social Worker
- Clinical Psychologist
- Psychiatrist
Community and Support Roles
Community and support professionals help individuals access care, manage daily needs, and stay connected to essential resources.
They play a critical role in bridging the gap between clinical services and everyday life, ensuring people receive continuous support within their communities.
Careers include:
- Community Health Worker
- Social & Human Service Assistant
- Peer Support Specialist
- Case Manager (Social Services)
- Behavioral Health Technician
- Psychiatric Aide
Youth and School-Based Support Careers
These roles focus on helping children, adolescents, and families thrive in educational and developmental settings.
Professionals in this area address learning, behavior, and emotional challenges while supporting academic success and personal growth.
Careers include:
- School Counselor
- School Counselor
- Child, Family, & School Social Worker
- Behavioral Intervention Specialist
Crisis and Community Intervention
Crisis and intervention professionals respond to individuals in moments of acute need.
They provide immediate support, stabilization, and resource connections to those experiencing trauma, emergencies, or severe mental health challenges, often working on the front lines of behavioral health care.
Careers include:
- Crisis Intervention Specialist
- Mental Health Case Worker
- Victim Advocate
- Outreach Coordinator (Behavioral Health Focus)
Specialized and Advanced Roles
Careers include:
- Behavioral Analyst (BCBA)
- Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
- Psychiatric Nurse (RN)
- Neuropsychologist
Public Health and Program Management
Careers include:
- Health Education Specialist
- Public Health Social Worker
- Program Coordinator (Mental Health Services)
- Community Program Manager
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