Social and Human Service Assistants vs. Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors: Salary Comparison (2026)

Social and Human Service Assistantss earn a median salary of $45,120/year, while Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselorss earn $59,190/year - a difference of $14,070. Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselorss earn more on average. Both salaries are based on national BLS data.