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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 caregivers. Provide patients with information and counseling, and make referrals for other services. May also provide case and care management or interventions designed to promote health, prevent disease, and address barriers to access to healthcare. 

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Growth Rate Click for more information on Growth rate 2.2%
Openings Per Year Click for more information on Employment outlook 633
Wages
Median Hourly Click for more information on Median Hourly Wage $35 per hour
Average Annual Click for more information on Average Wage $71,270 per year
Education Needed Click for more information on Education needed Most of these occupations require graduate school. For example, they may require a master's degree, and some require a Ph.D., M.D., or J.D. (law degree). 
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