Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Jobs Pay in Oklahoma City, OK
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $22.48 – $24.73
Average Annual Pay
Range: $46,758 – $51,434
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
$20.06/hr
Range: $19.11 – $21.02
Annual Rate
$41,732
Range: $39,744 – $43,719
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$23.60/hr
Range: $22.48 – $24.73
Annual Rate
$49,096
Range: $46,758 – $51,434
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$27.14/hr
Range: $25.85 – $28.44
Annual Rate
$56,460
Range: $53,772 – $59,149
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
