Psychiatric Aide - Technician

They help the ill, disabled, mental people who need help. They work in social service center, hospitals, schools, and substance abuse facilities. They usually have more formal training and responsibilities than aides. Psychiatric aides technician often help

  Help patient bathe, dress, and eat,

Escort patients to and from clinics  

Help them orientation and house keeping

Interview patients and families

 Observe patient and report their actions to professionals

 Teach life living skills

 Dispense medicine and engage in educational and recreational activities

Average salary: $ 12,000 - $24,000

 Educational requirements: Psychiatric aides need not always have a high school diploma or formal training; however most employers prefer that they do. 

Psychiatric technicians need a high school diploma and should have taken courses in English and science.  A short training course or previous job experience as a psychiatric aide is often also required.