Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Jobs Pay in Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $37.04 – $40.74
Average Annual Pay
Range: $77,043 – $84,748
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
$33.06/hr
Range: $31.48 – $34.63
Annual Rate
$68,761
Range: $65,487 – $72,036
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$38.89/hr
Range: $37.04 – $40.74
Annual Rate
$80,895
Range: $77,043 – $84,748
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$44.72/hr
Range: $42.60 – $46.85
Annual Rate
$93,029
Range: $88,599 – $97,460
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
