Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Jobs Pay in Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $45.44 – $49.98
Average Annual Pay
Range: $94,515 – $103,967
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
$40.55/hr
Range: $38.62 – $42.48
Annual Rate
$84,355
Range: $80,338 – $88,372
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$47.71/hr
Range: $45.44 – $49.98
Annual Rate
$99,241
Range: $94,515 – $103,967
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$54.87/hr
Range: $52.26 – $57.48
Annual Rate
$114,127
Range: $108,692 – $119,562
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
