Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Jobs Pay in El Centro, CA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $33.21 – $36.53
Average Annual Pay
Range: $69,077 – $75,984
How much do Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers make?
Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$29.64/hr
Range: $28.23 – $31.05
Annual Rate
$61,651
Range: $58,715 – $64,586
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$34.87/hr
Range: $33.21 – $36.53
Annual Rate
$72,531
Range: $69,077 – $75,984
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$40.10/hr
Range: $38.19 – $42.01
Annual Rate
$83,411
Range: $79,439 – $87,382
Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers job description
Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers professionals play a vital role in the healthcare industry, providing essential medical services and patient care. They work in various healthcare settings including hospitals, clinics, and private practices to ensure quality patient outcomes.
- •Provide direct patient care and medical services
- •Document patient information and treatment plans
- •Collaborate with healthcare team members
- •Follow medical protocols and safety procedures
- •Maintain medical equipment and supplies
- •Stay current with medical advancements and certifications
- •Medical knowledge and clinical skills
- •Patient care and communication
- •Attention to detail
- •Critical thinking and problem-solving
- •Compassion and empathy
- •Time management
- •Required certifications or licenses
- •Relevant education or degree
- •Clinical experience preferred
- •Background check and health screening
