Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Jobs Pay in Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $26.10 – $28.71
Average Annual Pay
Range: $54,288 – $59,717
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
$23.30/hr
Range: $22.19 – $24.40
Annual Rate
$48,452
Range: $46,145 – $50,759
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$27.41/hr
Range: $26.10 – $28.71
Annual Rate
$57,002
Range: $54,288 – $59,717
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$31.52/hr
Range: $30.02 – $33.02
Annual Rate
$65,552
Range: $62,431 – $68,675
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
