Healthcare Social Workers

Provide individuals, families, and groups with the psychosocial support needed to cope with chronic, acute, or terminal illnesses. Services include advising family care givers, providing patient education and counseling, and making referrals for other services. May also provide care and case management or interventions designed to promote health, prevent disease, and address barriers to access to healthcare.

$61,330
Median Annual Pay
Jobs growth:
+6% projected 2024–2034

What They Do

Social workers help people prevent and cope with problems in their everyday lives.

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