Salary range:
$19,989 – $29,723
Minimum training
On-the-job training
Job description:
Mental health workers, also known as psychiatric aides, help care for physically or mentally ill individuals confined to hospitals or mental health settings. In addition to helping patients to dress, bathe and eat, mental health workers socialize with them and lead them in educational and recreational activities. Mental health workers also observe patients and report any physical or behavioral signs or changes.
Work environment:
Mental health workers work in hospitals, nursing care facilities or mental health facilities.
Training requirements:
Mental health workers receive on-the-job training at a minimum. Some employers prefer mental health workers who are certified nurse assistants.
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Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)
Salary range:
$25,262 $30,498
Minimum training:150 hours training; state-issued license required
Job description:A certified nurse assistant (CNA) performs direct care and routine tasks under the supervision of nursing and medical staff. More
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Home Health Aide
Salary range:
$18,949 $25,418
Minimum training:160-hour training; state-issued license required
Job description:A home health aide is employed by private or public health care agencies to provide home care for the elderly or disabled. More
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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Salary range:
$42,682 $57,949
Minimum training:1-year certificate program; state-issued license required
Job description:A licensed practical nurse (LPN) cares for the sick, injured, convalescent and disabled under the direction of physicians and registered nurses. More
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Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
Salary range:
$42,682 $57,949
Minimum training:1-year certificate program; state-issued license required
Job description:A licensed vocational nurse (LVN) cares for the sick, injured, convalescent and disabled under the direction of physicians and registered nurses. More
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Nursing Aide / Nursing Attendant / Orderly
Salary range:
$22,485 $31,429
Minimum training:On-the-job training
Job description:A nursing aide, nursing attendant or orderly performs indirect care and routine tasks under the supervision of nursing and medical staff. More
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Personal and Home Care Aide
Salary range:
$19,198 $24,440
Minimum training:On-the-job training
Job description:Personal and home care aides assist elderly or disabled adults with daily living activities at home or daytime care facilities. More
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Psychiatric Technician
Salary range:
$48,360 $58,822
Minimum training:One year of post-secondary training; state-issued license required
Job description:A psychiatric technician helps care for physically or mentally ill individuals confined to hospitals or mental health settings. More
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