Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Jobs Pay in West Tennessee nonmetropolitan area, TN
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $22.85 – $25.14
Average Annual Pay
Range: $47,528 – $52,281
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
$20.39/hr
Range: $19.42 – $21.37
Annual Rate
$42,418
Range: $40,399 – $44,439
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$23.99/hr
Range: $22.85 – $25.14
Annual Rate
$49,904
Range: $47,528 – $52,281
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$27.59/hr
Range: $26.28 – $28.91
Annual Rate
$57,390
Range: $54,657 – $60,123
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
