Career Profile Psychiatric Aides Education Some college, no degree This is the typical education required for an entry-level position. Earnings $25,800 This is the typical median salary earned for an entry-level position. Psychiatric technicians and aides care for people who have mental illness and developmental disabilities. General Information 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. Watch a brief video about this occupation. Watch Video Psychiatric Aides Occupational Outlook For the Rural Capital Area 25 Job Opportunities Over the next five years, an average of 25 openings per year are projected for Psychiatric Aides. +18.7% Employment Change Employment for Psychiatric Aides is forecasted to increase on par with the regional average by 18.7% between 2023 and 2028. $12.41 Earnings Potential An average worker in this occupation is paid $12.41/hour. Entry level workers are paid $11.28, while experienced workers are paid $13.57. The median wage is below average regional wages across occupations. Local Employment Opportunities There are 113 Psychiatric Aides in the RCA region. By 2028 this number could reach 134. Top Employing Industries, Locally The top industries employing Psychiatric Aides are Psychiatric and Substance Abuse Hospitals, Residential Intellectual and Developmental Disability, Mental Health, and Substance Abuse Facilities, and General Medical and Surgical Hospitals. Knowledge Areas The top most significant knowledge categories for Psychiatric Aides include Psychology, Customer and Personal Service, and Therapy and Counseling. Educational Attainment Patterns The most common level of education for Psychiatric Aides is Some college, no degree. 16% of people employed in these roles have some form of college degree. Sources: BLS JobsEQ® ONET
