Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers
- Human Services
Median Yearly Income
$52,791
Most Common Education Level
Master's or professional degree
Projected Job Growth
+11.71%
What do Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers do?
Assess and treat individuals with mental, emotional, or substance abuse problems, including abuse of alcohol, tobacco, and/or other drugs. Activities may include individual and group therapy, crisis intervention, case management, client advocacy, prevention, and education.
Career Interests Areas
- Social
- Investigative
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Data on career profiles are based on information supplied by the O*NET Program, sponsored by U.S. Department of Labor, Employment, and Training Administration.