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Mental Health Aides

Mental Health Aides - Wages & Trends

Wages vary by employer and the aide's level of experience. Aides who work night and weekend shifts may receive higher pay.

Full-time aides in hospitals generally receive one week's paid vacation after one year of service. They may also receive paid holidays, sick leave, and health and life insurance.

Psychiatric aides (SOC 31-1133)
Location
Pay Period
25%
Median
75%
Illinois Hourly $20.23 $26.94 $31.78
Yearly $42,078 $56,031 $66,089
United States Hourly $15.67 $18.83 $22.90
Yearly $32,590 $39,160 $47,630

Source: Illinois Career Information System (CIS) brought to you by Illinois Department of Employment Security.