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How much does a Life Skills Assistant make in the United States? The average Life Skills Assistant salary in the United States is $32,290 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $27,290 and $38,990. 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.

Life Skills Assistant Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Life Skills Assistant Salary $22,738 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Life Skills Assistant Salary $27,290 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Life Skills Assistant Salary $32,290 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Life Skills Assistant Salary $38,990 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Life Skills Assistant Salary $45,090 US March 26, 2024
25% $27,290 10% $22,738 90% $45,090 75% $38,990 $32,290 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Life Skills Assistant provides training in life skills. Provides assistance to individuals with disabilities or who need assistance with daily tasks. Being a Life Skills Assistant may require a bachelor's degree. May work in social service facilities and programs such as group homes, mental health centers, youth service agencies, and adult care centers. In addition, Life Skills Assistant typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Being a Life Skills Assistant works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Work is closely managed. Working as a Life Skills Assistant typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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  1. This Job:

    Life Skills Assistant

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Social Service Job Placement Specialist

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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