How much does a Social Worker (MSW) make in Kentucky? The average Social Worker (MSW) salary in Kentucky is $67,787 as of February 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $61,396 and $74,743. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Social Worker (MSW) Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Social Worker (MSW) Salary $55,577 KY February 26, 2024
25th Percentile Social Worker (MSW) Salary $61,396 KY February 26, 2024
50th Percentile Social Worker (MSW) Salary $67,787 KY February 26, 2024
75th Percentile Social Worker (MSW) Salary $74,743 KY February 26, 2024
90th Percentile Social Worker (MSW) Salary $81,075 KY February 26, 2024
25% $61,396 10% $55,577 90% $81,075 75% $74,743 $67,787 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What skills does a Social Worker (MSW) need?

Each competency has five to ten behavioral assertions that can be observed, each with a corresponding performance level (from one to five) that is required for a particular job.

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Planning: An act or process of making or carrying out plans. Establishment of goals, policies, and procedures for a social or economic unit city planning business planning.

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Geriatrics: Geriatrics, or geriatric medicine, is a medical specialty focused on providing care for the unique health needs of older adults. The term geriatrics originates from the Greek geron meaning "old man", and iatros meaning "healer".

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Patient Care: Patient care refers to the prevention, treatment, and management of illness and the preservation of physical and mental well-being through services offered by health professionals.

Planning 19.64%
Geriatrics 2.86%
Patient Care 5.54%
Others 71.96%

Job Description for Social Worker (MSW)

Social Worker (MSW) interviews clients and their families and coordinates and plans programs and activities to meet their social and emotional needs. Provides crisis intervention and assists families in understanding the implications and complexities of the life situation and its impact on lifestyle. Being a Social Worker (MSW) provides professional social work assistance to clients and families as related to illness, disease, hospitalization, financial and educational needs by utilizing a variety of modalities in all areas of service. Responsibilities also include involvement in the discharge planning process. Additionally, Social Worker (MSW) requires a master's degree. Typically reports to a manager. Social Worker (MSW)'s years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Aberdeen, KY Avg. Salary $64,257 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Adairville, KY Avg. Salary $65,329 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Adams, KY Avg. Salary $63,767 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Adolphus, KY Avg. Salary $66,659 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Ages Brookside, KY Avg. Salary $62,427 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Albany, KY Avg. Salary $65,590 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Alexandria, KY Avg. Salary $70,387 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Allen, KY Avg. Salary $63,767 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Allensville, KY Avg. Salary $65,096 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Almo, KY Avg. Salary $64,257 Date Updated February 26, 2024
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