Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Jobs Pay in Staunton-Stuarts Draft, VA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $31.32 – $34.45
Average Annual Pay
Range: $65,146 – $71,660
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
$27.96/hr
Range: $26.62 – $29.28
Annual Rate
$58,143
Range: $55,374 – $60,911
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$32.89/hr
Range: $31.32 – $34.45
Annual Rate
$68,403
Range: $65,146 – $71,660
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$37.82/hr
Range: $36.02 – $39.62
Annual Rate
$78,663
Range: $74,918 – $82,409
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
