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Assist mentally impaired or emotionally disturbed patients, working under direction of nursing and medical staff. May assist with daily living activities, lead patients in educational and recreational activities, or accompany patients to and from examinations and treatments. May restrain violent patients. Includes psychiatric orderlies.
New job opportunities are less likely in the future.
$39.1k
Annual median Salary
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Education
These occupations usually require a high school diploma.
46%
Some college, no degree
24%
High school diploma or equivalent
16%
Post-secondary certificate
Careers
Typical Job Titles
Mental Health Worker (MHW)
Psychiatric Aide
Residential Care Tech (Residential Care Technician)
Therapeutic Program Worker (TPW)