Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Jobs Pay in Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway, AR
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $26.37 – $29.01
Average Annual Pay
Range: $54,850 – $60,335
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
$23.54/hr
Range: $22.41 – $24.66
Annual Rate
$48,953
Range: $46,623 – $51,285
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$27.69/hr
Range: $26.37 – $29.01
Annual Rate
$57,592
Range: $54,850 – $60,335
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$31.84/hr
Range: $30.33 – $33.36
Annual Rate
$66,231
Range: $63,077 – $69,385
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
