Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Jobs Pay in Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $34.66 – $38.13
Average Annual Pay
Range: $72,093 – $79,302
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
$30.93/hr
Range: $29.46 – $32.41
Annual Rate
$64,342
Range: $61,279 – $67,407
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$36.39/hr
Range: $34.66 – $38.13
Annual Rate
$75,697
Range: $72,093 – $79,302
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$41.85/hr
Range: $39.86 – $43.85
Annual Rate
$87,052
Range: $82,907 – $91,197
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
