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The Certified Mental Health Technician Study Guide: with a "tick" of Psychiatric Disorders

The Certified Mental Health Technician Study Guide: with a "tick" of Psychiatric Disorders

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Medical Reference

ISBN10: 154115889X
ISBN13: 9781541158894
Publisher: Createspace
Published: Jan 12 2010
Pages: 52
Weight: 0.42
Height: 0.14 Width: 8.50 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
Mental health technicians, also known as psychiatric aides or mental health assistants, work primarily in a supporting role to give care to mentally ill or emotionally disturbed patients. Mental health technicians work in hospitals or institutions under the direction of supervising mental health care professionals, such as psychiatrists or medical doctors. Typical duties of a mental health technician include coordinating mental health care services, assisting in patient assessment, monitoring and documenting care, escorting patients and identifying the personal needs of patients. Required Education High school diploma or relevant training/experience; a relevant associate's degree will improve job opportunities Job Duties Include coordinating mental health care services, identifying the personal needs of patients, monitoring and documenting care, escorting patients and assisting in patient assessment Median Salary (2015)* $31,140 (all psychiatric technicians) Job Outlook (2014-2024)* 5% growth (all psychiatric technicians)

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