Psychiatric Technician
Authorized salary ranges
| Range | Monthly | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| A | $3,960 to $5,408 | $47,520 to $64,896 |
| B | $4,119 to $5,787 | $49,428 to $69,444 |
| C | $4,284 to $6,058 | $51,408 to $72,696 |
| S | $5,843 to $6,797 | $70,116 to $81,564 |
| T | $6,040 to $7,203 | $72,480 to $86,436 |
| U | $6,261 to $7,466 | $75,132 to $89,592 |
Representation
California Association of Psychiatric Technicians represents Bargaining Unit R18, Psychiatric Technicians.
Where these jobs are
210 state employees held this classification in 2025, from State Controller payroll data.
| Department | Employees |
|---|---|
| Department of Developmental Services | 210 |
Against the market
The BLS median wage for Psychiatric Technicians across all California employers was $49,140 a year in 2025. This classification is authorized from $47,520 to $89,592 a year.
Footnotes
- Footnote 01 Used in Pay Letters to designate 12-month probationary period. In the Alphabetic and Schematic Pay Scales Listings, a column is provided for designating the months of the probationary period. (Reinstituted 12/78)