Psychiatric Aide- Technician
Duties and Responsibilities:
Psychiatric aide technicians observe a patients behavior, listens to
their concerns and also record the patient’s condition. They also help patients
with their daily lives with bathing, dressing, and eating as well. When a
patient becomes physically violent they restraint them. They also serve meals,
and keep the facilities clean by doing things like changing the bed linens and
cleaning anything that is dirty.
Average Salary: $30,050
Education:
If a student wants to become this they should take
programs that include biology, psychology, and also counseling. They programs
may include supervised work experience or cooperative programs where students
will gain academic credit for structured work experience. These programs range
from a length of 1 semester to 2 years and they may also award a certificate or
a associate’s degree. They need a high school diploma or equivalent.
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