Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Jobs Pay in Pocatello, ID
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $27.12 – $29.83
Average Annual Pay
Range: $56,410 – $62,051
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
$24.21/hr
Range: $23.05 – $25.36
Annual Rate
$50,346
Range: $47,949 – $52,743
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$28.48/hr
Range: $27.12 – $29.83
Annual Rate
$59,230
Range: $56,410 – $62,051
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$32.75/hr
Range: $31.19 – $34.30
Annual Rate
$68,115
Range: $64,871 – $71,359
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
