Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Jobs Pay in St. George, UT
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $28.10 – $30.91
Average Annual Pay
Range: $58,448 – $64,293
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
$25.08/hr
Range: $23.89 – $26.27
Annual Rate
$52,165
Range: $49,681 – $54,649
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$29.51/hr
Range: $28.10 – $30.91
Annual Rate
$61,370
Range: $58,448 – $64,293
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$33.94/hr
Range: $32.31 – $35.55
Annual Rate
$70,576
Range: $67,215 – $73,937
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
