Mental Health Counselor Careers

Getting Information — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.

obtain information from individuals

Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.

relate to clients' socioeconomic conditions

Documenting/Recording Information — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.

record client's personal data

Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person. Making Decisions and Solving Problems — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems. Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.

assess therapy needs of patients

Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.

recognize physical or emotional abuse

Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used. Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others. Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.

monitor client progress

Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.

plan therapy treatment program

Developing and Building Teams — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members. Coaching and Developing Others — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills. Thinking Creatively — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions. Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.

use agency mission as a guideline in social services delivery

Training and Teaching Others — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others. Communicating with Persons Outside Organization — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail. Interacting With Computers — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information. Processing Information — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data. Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.

evaluate client progress against measurable recorded goals

Performing Administrative Activities — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork.

manage detailed case records in a social work setting

Scheduling Work and Activities — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others. Performing for or Working Directly with the Public — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests.

assist clients in understanding personal or interactive problems

Selling or Influencing Others — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or actions. Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity. Monitoring and Controlling Resources — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money. Performing General Physical Activities — Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials. Staffing Organizational Units — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organization. Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.