Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Jobs Pay in Texas, TX
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $24.84 – $27.32
Average Annual Pay
Range: $51,667 – $56,834
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
$22.17/hr
Range: $21.11 – $23.22
Annual Rate
$46,113
Range: $43,917 – $48,309
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$26.08/hr
Range: $24.84 – $27.32
Annual Rate
$54,251
Range: $51,667 – $56,834
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$29.99/hr
Range: $28.57 – $31.42
Annual Rate
$62,389
Range: $59,417 – $65,359
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
