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From: ala@hpinddf.cup.hp.com (Alyson Abramowitz)
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Subject: counseling
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Date: 2 Jul 90 19:10:53 GMT
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I read with interest Greg See-Kee's comments on counselors.  I've had a
friend of mine recently apply for a position counselling (primarily job
related) disabilities.  My experience with such positions (and what
I've heard from others) initially made me want to disuade him from the
job.

That job should be an essential one.  I believe we need some
competent people in those kind of roles.  So, I was wondering if
people had some more positive feedback.  What do you want a
counselor to know and do for you?  What kind of background do you
consider appropriate?  What could the person do if they didn't have
the background to gain those credentials (whether formal or
informal)?  If you feel this question is too open, consentrate it
on vocational/job counselling.

Lets assume, for the moment, we have counselors which are motivated to
do a really good job.  They probably have a background in psychology or
human resources but not necessarily disabilities (this has been my
experience, at least).

So what do you want/need  such a counselor to do and know?  What do you
NOT want them to do?  I look forward to the responces.