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Military Caseworkers
Median Salary
130,502
Workforce Count
2,784
Overview
What are the responsibilities of this role?
Caseworkers are responsible for overseeing and managing resources, programs, and functions regarding mental health services within the military community. They support services in psychiatry, social work, psychology, family advocacy, substance abuse awareness, and rehabilitation. They assist mental health professionals and advise in planning and administering treatment methods. They perform managerial duties in directing and coordinating resources, as well as developing, implementing, and evaluating training related to mental health programs.
What is the work environment like?
Caseworkers usually work in offices or clinics.
How many people have this role in the Military?
2,784
Compensation
Understanding How Military Pay is More Than Just a Salary
Base pay is the standard income you’ll earn as a service member, providing a stable foundation to start achieving your financial goals.
- Always fixed based on rank and service time.
- Distributed monthly.
What is the typical salary range?
Salary by Years of Service
$162,727
2 Years
$113,289
6 Years
$162,727
10+ Years
Median Salary
Military Details
What Service Branches offer this role?
Is this a staff or leadership role?
Enlisted service members execute vital tasks, support operations alongside officers and develop role-specific skills to achieve mission success.
Learn More About Enlisted and Officer PathsWhat does the training for this role entail?
All enlisted service members complete basic military training, which includes time spent in a classroom and in the field, and covers tactical and survival skills, physical training, military life and customs, and weapons training. Military caseworkers develop skills in meeting the social and psychological needs of service members primarily through on-the-job learning in various healthcare environments. Training content may include:
- Orientation to counseling and social service programs
- Interviewing and counseling methods
- Treatments for drug and alcohol abuse
- Psychological testing techniques
Education
What level of education do professionals in this role have?
Which college majors best prepare you for this role?
- Health/Health Care Administration/Management
- Public Health, General
- Patient Safety and Healthcare Quality
- Health Information/Medical Records Administration/Administrator
- Community Health and Preventive Medicine
- Public Health, Other
- Science/Technology Management
- Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management
- Pharmacy
- Nursing Administration
- Clinical Nurse Leader
- International Public Health/International Health
- Health Services Administration
- Regulatory Science/Affairs
- Healthcare Innovation
- Hospital and Health Care Facilities Administration/Management
- Clinical Research Coordinator
- Long Term Care Administration/Management
- Pharmacy Administration and Pharmacy Policy and Regulatory Affairs
- Health Policy Analysis
- Nursing Practice
- Research and Development Management
- Pharmacoeconomics/Pharmaceutical Economics
- Pharmaceutical Marketing and Management
- Clinical, Hospital, and Managed Care Pharmacy
- Infectious Disease and Global Health
- Disease Registry Data Management
- Health Unit Manager/Ward Supervisor
- Veterinary Office Management/Administration
- Health Professions Education, Ethics, and Humanities, Other
Learn About How Military Can Pay for 100% of your College Degree
The Military has several programs that cover college costs — so you can pursue your education with little to no debt.
Learn More About Paying For CollegeSkills and Interest
What knowledge is essential to bring to the table?
- Customer and Personal Service
- Administration and Management
- Education and Training
- Administrative
- Personnel and Human Resources
What personality traits help people thrive in this role?
Enterprising
You love taking risks in business or personal projects — and have the leadership skills to back it up.
Conventional
You like structure, staying organized, and working with systems to get things done efficiently.
Social
You love connecting with people, helping others and making a difference in your community.
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