Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Jobs Pay in Trenton-Princeton, NJ
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $35.20 – $38.72
Average Annual Pay
Range: $73,216 – $80,538
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
$31.42/hr
Range: $29.92 – $32.91
Annual Rate
$65,345
Range: $62,234 – $68,457
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$36.96/hr
Range: $35.20 – $38.72
Annual Rate
$76,877
Range: $73,216 – $80,538
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$42.50/hr
Range: $40.48 – $44.53
Annual Rate
$88,409
Range: $84,198 – $92,619
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
