Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Jobs Pay in Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura, CA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $36.85 – $40.54
Average Annual Pay
Range: $76,648 – $84,313
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
$32.89/hr
Range: $31.32 – $34.46
Annual Rate
$68,408
Range: $65,151 – $71,666
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$38.69/hr
Range: $36.85 – $40.54
Annual Rate
$80,480
Range: $76,648 – $84,313
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$44.49/hr
Range: $42.38 – $46.62
Annual Rate
$92,552
Range: $88,145 – $96,960
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
