4758.56 Authority of counselor III license holder. - Ohio Statutes

4758.56 Authority of counselor III license holder.

(A) In addition to practicing chemical dependency counseling, an individual holding a valid chemical dependency counselor III license may do all of the following:

(1) Diagnose chemical dependency conditions under the supervision of any of the following:

(a) An independent chemical dependency counselor licensed under this chapter;

(b) An individual authorized under Chapter 4731. of the Revised Code to practice medicine and surgery or osteopathic medicine and surgery;

(c) A psychologist licensed under Chapter 4732. of the Revised Code;

(d) A registered nurse licensed under Chapter 4723. of the Revised Code or professional clinical counselor or independent social worker licensed under Chapter 4757. of the Revised Code if such supervision is consistent with the scope of practice of the registered nurse, professional clinical counselor, or independent social worker.

(2) Treat chemical dependency conditions;

(3) Perform treatment planning, assessment, crisis intervention, individual and group counseling, case management, and education services as they relate to abuse of and dependency on alcohol and other drugs;

(4) Refer individuals with nonchemical dependency conditions to appropriate sources of help.

(B) A chemical dependency counselor III may not practice as an individual practitioner.

Effective Date: 06-29-2004