U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

Standard Occupational Classification

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21-1023 Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers

Assess and treat individuals with mental, emotional, or substance abuse problems, including abuse of alcohol, tobacco, and/or other drugs. Activities may include individual and group therapy, crisis intervention, case management, client advocacy, prevention, and education.

Social Workers (broad occupation)

Counselors, Social Workers, and Other Community and Social Service Specialists (minor group)

Community and Social Services Occupations (major group)

List of SOC Major Groups

SOC User Guide

Last Modified Date: October 26, 2009