Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Jobs Pay in New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $48.75 – $53.63
Average Annual Pay
Range: $101,400 – $111,540
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
$43.51/hr
Range: $41.44 – $45.59
Annual Rate
$90,500
Range: $86,190 – $94,809
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$51.19/hr
Range: $48.75 – $53.63
Annual Rate
$106,470
Range: $101,400 – $111,540
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$58.87/hr
Range: $56.06 – $61.67
Annual Rate
$122,440
Range: $116,610 – $128,271
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
