Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Jobs Pay in Rocky Mount, NC
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $30.59 – $33.65
Average Annual Pay
Range: $63,627 – $69,990
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
$27.30/hr
Range: $26.00 – $28.60
Annual Rate
$56,788
Range: $54,083 – $59,492
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$32.12/hr
Range: $30.59 – $33.65
Annual Rate
$66,809
Range: $63,627 – $69,990
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$36.94/hr
Range: $35.18 – $38.70
Annual Rate
$76,830
Range: $73,171 – $80,489
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
