Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Jobs Pay in Salinas, CA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $43.58 – $47.94
Average Annual Pay
Range: $90,646 – $99,711
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
$38.90/hr
Range: $37.04 – $40.75
Annual Rate
$80,902
Range: $77,049 – $84,754
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$45.76/hr
Range: $43.58 – $47.94
Annual Rate
$95,179
Range: $90,646 – $99,711
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$52.62/hr
Range: $50.12 – $55.13
Annual Rate
$109,456
Range: $104,243 – $114,668
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
