How much does a Mental Health Care Worker make in Los Angeles, CA? The average Mental Health Care Worker salary in Los Angeles, CA is $32,509 as of August 27, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $30,188 and $36,069. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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What is a Mental Health Care Worker?

A Mental Health Care Worker is responsible for providing support and assistance to individuals who are experiencing mental health issues. This may include conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, and providing counseling and therapy. Mental health care workers also work with clients to develop coping skills and strategies for managing their mental health. They may also provide support to families and caregivers, and collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care for their clients. Additionally, mental health care workers may also provide education and advocacy to promote mental health awareness and reduce stigma surrounding mental illness. Overall, their goal is to help individuals improve their mental well-being and lead fulfilling lives.

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Job Openings for Mental Health Care Worker in Los Angeles, CA
At LifeStance Health, we believe in a truly healthy society where mental and physical healthcare ... Fully licensed LMFT or LCSW. * CA state license. * Experienced in working with adult, and/or child ...
Job Traffic Ltd - 12 days ago
VitalCore Health Strategies - Lancaster , MA
VitalCore Health Strategies (VCHS), an industry leader in Correctional Health Care has openings for Master's Level Mental Health Professional (LCSW, LCPC, LMSW, LPC, or equivalent) for Full-Time at ...
Adzuna - 21 days ago
By taking care of all the new client marketing and administrative heavy-lifting, we allow providers ... Must be licensed as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Mental Health Counselor ...
Job Traffic Ltd - 4 days ago
Baptist Health System - San Antonio TX - Harlingen , TX
Mental Health Discipline: Therapy Duration: Ongoing 40 hours per week Shift: 8 hours Employment ... Staff Job Summary The Social Worker is responsible to facilitate care along a continuum through ...
Adzuna - 17 days ago
Headlight - Coos Bay , OR
Headlight offers a multiple disciplinary approach to mental healthcare, including therapy, coaching ... Full, unencumbered PsyD, LMFT/LCSW/LPC license (license based on office location). Applicants ...
JobGet - 10 days ago
Talent4Health - East Elmhurst , NY
... are facilities across 50 states in the US. With countless prestigious clients under our umbrella, backed up by passionate and hard-working recruiters, we are a team you have been looking for! Why ...
Vivian Health - 4 days ago
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What is the average salary for Mental Health Care Worker in 2024?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Mental Health Care Worker in Los Angeles, CA. The base salary for Mental Health Care Worker ranges from $30,188 to $36,069 with the average base salary of $32,509. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $30,188 to $36,069 with the average total cash compensation of $32,512.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $32,509 $30,188 - $36,069
Bonus $2 $0 - $0
Total Pay $32,512 $30,188 - $36,069
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.
CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Los Angeles, CA
CITY, STATE Burbank, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $30,424 - $36,351 COMPARE TO Los Angeles, CA
CITY, STATE Glendale, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $30,424 - $36,351 COMPARE TO Los Angeles, CA
CITY, STATE Pasadena, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $30,424 - $36,351 COMPARE TO Los Angeles, CA
CITY, STATE Inglewood, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $30,424 - $36,351 COMPARE TO Los Angeles, CA
CITY, STATE Downey, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $30,282 - $36,181 COMPARE TO Los Angeles, CA
CITY, STATE El Monte, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $30,391 - $36,312 COMPARE TO Los Angeles, CA
See salaries for Mental Health Care Worker in locations close to Los Angeles, CA. Pay for the same job may vary based on the location and on the location and on other factors such as the size of company, the industry, and other local conditions.
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JOB TITLE LOCATION MINIMUM SALARY MAXIMUM SALARY
JOB TITLE Mental Health Worker LOCATION Los Angeles, CA MINIMUM SALARY $36,481 MAXIMUM SALARY $45,704
JOB TITLE Mental Health Recovery Worker LOCATION Los Angeles, CA MINIMUM SALARY $49,740 MAXIMUM SALARY $94,541
JOB TITLE Mental Health Case Worker LOCATION Los Angeles, CA MINIMUM SALARY $50,384 MAXIMUM SALARY $67,255
JOB TITLE Community Mental Health Worker LOCATION Los Angeles, CA MINIMUM SALARY $27,551 MAXIMUM SALARY $39,407
JOB TITLE Mental Health Rehabilitation Worker LOCATION Los Angeles, CA MINIMUM SALARY $36,305 MAXIMUM SALARY $45,096
JOB TITLE Mental Health Social Worker LOCATION Los Angeles, CA MINIMUM SALARY $59,441 MAXIMUM SALARY $73,976
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