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Addictions Counselors

Addictions Counselors - Physical Demands

Addictions counselors frequently:

  • Sit for long periods of time.

It is important for addictions counselors to be able to:

  • Speak clearly so listeners can understand.
  • Understand the speech of another person.
  • See details of objects that are less than a few feet away.
  • See details of objects that are more than a few feet away.

It is not as important, but still necessary, for addictions counselors to be able to:

  • See differences between colors, shades, and brightness.
  • Hear sounds and recognize the difference between them.
  • Focus on one source of sound and ignore others.
  • Choose quickly and correctly among various movements when responding to different signals.
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  • React quickly using hands, fingers, or feet.
  • Use muscles to lift, push, pull, or carry heavy objects.
  • Use muscles to jump, sprint, or throw objects.
  • Use stomach and lower back muscles to support the body for long periods without getting tired.
  • Coordinate movement of several parts of the body, such as arms and legs, while the body is moving.
  • Keep or regain the body's balance or stay upright when in an unstable position.
Source: Illinois Career Information System (CIS) brought to you by Illinois Department of Employment Security.