Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Jobs Pay in Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $35.13 – $38.64
Average Annual Pay
Range: $73,070 – $80,377
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
$31.36/hr
Range: $29.86 – $32.84
Annual Rate
$65,215
Range: $62,110 – $68,320
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$36.89/hr
Range: $35.13 – $38.64
Annual Rate
$76,724
Range: $73,070 – $80,377
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$42.42/hr
Range: $40.40 – $44.44
Annual Rate
$88,233
Range: $84,031 – $92,434
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
