Mental Health & Substance Abuse Social Workers
Code: 21-1023.00
Bright Outlook
Median Annual Salary
Competitive / Variable
Sector & location dependent
Preparation & Education
Standard Educational Pathways
Job Zone N/A
Industry Outlook
Bright Outlook
Active demand across the UK workforce
Role Overview & What They 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.
Also Known As (Alternative Job Titles)
Case Manager
Clinical Social Worker
Clinical Therapist
Clinician
Counselor
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
Mental Health Therapist
Social Worker
Therapist
Daily Duties & On-The-Job Tasks
- Counsel clients in individual or group sessions to assist them in dealing with substance abuse, mental or physical illness, poverty, unemployment, or physical abuse.
- Collaborate with counselors, physicians, or nurses to plan or coordinate treatment, drawing on social work experience and patient needs.
- Monitor, evaluate, and record client progress with respect to treatment goals.
Frequently Asked Questions About Mental Health & Substance Abuse Social Workers
Salaries for a Mental Health & Substance Abuse Social Workers vary depending on regional demand across the UK, industry sector, relevant technical certifications, and years of experience.
Most employers hiring for a Mental Health & Substance Abuse Social Workers in the UK require a combination of relevant educational qualifications, technical certifications, or demonstrative on-the-job vocational experience.
Essential skills and tooling for a Mental Health & Substance Abuse Social Workers include: Industry standard competencies, tooling, and methods. Practitioners also benefit from strong analytical problem solving and communication skills.
Mental Health & Substance Abuse Social Workers is classified as a Bright Outlook occupation in the UK, experiencing rapid growth and numerous annual employment openings across both public and private sectors.
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