Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Jobs Pay in New York, NY
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $46.27 – $48.75
Average Annual Pay
Range: $96,242 – $101,400
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
$40.38/hr
Range: $39.33 – $41.44
Annual Rate
$83,998
Range: $81,806 – $86,190
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$47.51/hr
Range: $46.27 – $48.75
Annual Rate
$98,821
Range: $96,242 – $101,400
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$54.64/hr
Range: $53.21 – $56.06
Annual Rate
$113,644
Range: $110,678 – $116,610
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
