Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Jobs Pay in San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $37.09 – $40.80
Average Annual Pay
Range: $77,147 – $84,862
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
$33.10/hr
Range: $31.53 – $34.68
Annual Rate
$68,854
Range: $65,575 – $72,133
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$38.94/hr
Range: $37.09 – $40.80
Annual Rate
$81,005
Range: $77,147 – $84,862
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$44.78/hr
Range: $42.65 – $46.92
Annual Rate
$93,156
Range: $88,719 – $97,591
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
