[Core] [70% incumbents] Provide nursing, psychiatric, or personal care to patients with cognitive, intellectual, or developmental disabilities.
  DWAs: Treat patients using psychological therapies. | Care for patients with mental illnesses.

[Core] [70% incumbents] Encourage patients to develop work skills and to participate in social, recreational, or other therapeutic activities that enhance interpersonal skills or develop social relationships.
  DWAs: Encourage patients or clients to develop life skills.

[Core] [70% incumbents] Restrain violent, potentially violent, or suicidal patients by verbal or physical means as required.
  DWAs: Position patients for treatment or examination.

[Core] [70% incumbents] Monitor patients' physical and emotional well-being and report unusual behavior or physical ailments to medical staff.
  DWAs: Inform medical professionals regarding patient conditions and care.

[Core] [70% incumbents] Observe and influence patients' behavior, communicating and interacting with them and teaching, counseling, or befriending them.
  DWAs: Interact with patients to build rapport or provide emotional support.

[Core] [70% incumbents] Aid patients in performing tasks, such as bathing or keeping beds, clothing, or living areas clean.
  DWAs: Assist patients with hygiene or daily living activities.

[Core] [70% incumbents] Collaborate with or assist doctors, psychologists, or rehabilitation therapists in working with patients with cognitive, intellectual, or developmental disabilities to treat, rehabilitate, and return patients to the community.
  DWAs: Collaborate with healthcare professionals to plan or provide treatment. | Assist healthcare practitioners during examinations or treatments. | Care for patients with mental illnesses.

[Core] [70% incumbents] Develop or teach strategies to promote client wellness and independence.
  DWAs: Teach health management classes.

[Core] [70% incumbents] Train or instruct new employees on procedures to follow with psychiatric patients.
  DWAs: Train medical providers.

[Supplemental] [70% incumbents] Administer oral medications or hypodermic injections, following physician's prescriptions and hospital procedures.
  DWAs: Administer non-intravenous medications. | Administer intravenous medications.

[Supplemental] [70% incumbents] Interview new patients to complete admission forms, to assess their mental health status, or to obtain their mental health and treatment history.
  DWAs: Collect medical information from patients, family members, or other medical professionals.

[Supplemental] [70% incumbents] Contact patients' relatives to arrange family conferences.
  DWAs: Perform clerical work in medical settings.

[Core] [69% incumbents] Lead prescribed individual or group therapy sessions as part of specific therapeutic procedures.
  DWAs: Treat patients using psychological therapies.

[Core] [69% incumbents] Take and record measures of patients' physical condition, using devices such as thermometers or blood pressure gauges.
  DWAs: Examine patients to assess general physical condition. | Operate diagnostic or therapeutic medical instruments or equipment. | Record patient medical histories.

[Core] [69% incumbents] Escort patients to medical appointments.
  DWAs: Move patients to or from treatment areas.

[Supplemental] [69% incumbents] Issue medications from dispensary and maintain records in accordance with specified procedures.
  DWAs: Maintain medical facility records. | Maintain inventory of medical supplies or equipment.

--- SKILLS ---
  Active Listening (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Monitoring (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Speaking (imp:3.88 lvl:3.88) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Reading Comprehension (imp:3.75 lvl:3.88) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Critical Thinking (imp:3.62 lvl:3.75) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Writing (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Active Learning (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Learning Strategies (imp:3.00 lvl:3.25) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Mathematics (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Science (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Psychology (imp:4.20 lvl:5.62) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:4.08 lvl:5.07) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  English Language (imp:4.07 lvl:2.94) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:3.96 lvl:4.11) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:3.70 lvl:2.47) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Education and Training (imp:3.55 lvl:3.58) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Public Safety and Security (imp:3.53 lvl:2.58) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Law and Government (imp:3.23 lvl:1.63) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Computers and Electronics (imp:3.17 lvl:3.48) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:3.09 lvl:2.75) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Administration and Management (imp:2.84 lvl:2.07) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:2.81 lvl:2.18) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Administrative (imp:2.62 lvl:2.47) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Biology (imp:2.46 lvl:1.39) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Transportation (imp:2.44 lvl:1.50) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Telecommunications (imp:2.37 lvl:0.63) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Communications and Media (imp:2.32 lvl:1.62) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:2.31 lvl:2.11) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Mathematics (imp:2.18 lvl:1.40) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Chemistry (imp:1.95 lvl:1.32) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Economics and Accounting (imp:1.88 lvl:1.38) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Production and Processing (imp:1.81 lvl:0.91) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Sales and Marketing (imp:1.80 lvl:0.97) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Foreign Language (imp:1.80 lvl:0.75) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Food Production (imp:1.51 lvl:0.59) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Fine Arts (imp:1.48 lvl:0.74) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform
  Engineering and Technology (imp:1.44 lvl:0.44) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Geography (imp:1.40 lvl:0.93) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  History and Archeology (imp:1.38 lvl:0.66) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Physics (imp:1.37 lvl:0.46) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Design (imp:1.26) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Mechanical (imp:1.26 lvl:0.31) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Building and Construction (imp:1.11) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r

--- ABILITIES ---
  Oral Comprehension (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Oral Expression (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:3.75 lvl:3.88) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Written Comprehension (imp:3.62 lvl:3.62) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:3.62 lvl:3.75) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Written Expression (imp:3.50 lvl:3.62) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Speech Recognition (imp:3.50 lvl:3.50) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Speech Clarity (imp:3.50 lvl:3.38) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Near Vision (imp:3.38 lvl:3.50) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Information Ordering (imp:3.25 lvl:3.00) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Selective Attention (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Category Flexibility (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Far Vision (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Static Strength (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Trunk Strength (imp:2.88 lvl:2.25) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:2.75 lvl:3.00) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Perceptual Speed (imp:2.75 lvl:2.50) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Time Sharing (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Originality (imp:2.62 lvl:3.00) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Finger Dexterity (imp:2.50 lvl:2.50) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Manual Dexterity (imp:2.38 lvl:2.00) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Stamina (imp:2.38 lvl:2.12) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Visualization (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Explosive Strength (imp:2.25 lvl:2.25) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Extent Flexibility (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Memorization (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Auditory Attention (imp:2.12 lvl:2.25) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Number Facility (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Control Precision (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Response Orientation (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Reaction Time (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:2.00 lvl:1.62) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Dynamic Strength (imp:2.00 lvl:1.50) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.00 lvl:2.12) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Depth Perception (imp:2.00 lvl:1.12) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:1.88 lvl:1.75) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Sound Localization (imp:1.62 lvl:0.75) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Spatial Orientation (imp:1.50 lvl:0.75) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Rate Control (imp:1.50 lvl:0.50) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:1.50 lvl:0.62) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Peripheral Vision (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Night Vision (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.00) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:4.92 lvl:5.71) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:4.56 lvl:4.65) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:4.50 lvl:4.39) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:4.45 lvl:4.48) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Getting Information (imp:4.44 lvl:3.80) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:4.20 lvl:3.80) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:4.03 lvl:5.59) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:3.85 lvl:4.62) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:3.82 lvl:4.85) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:3.78 lvl:3.02) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:3.69 lvl:2.89) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:3.64 lvl:2.95) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:3.56 lvl:3.65) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:3.49 lvl:3.22) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:3.49 lvl:3.99) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:3.38 lvl:4.00) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:3.26 lvl:2.49) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Processing Information (imp:3.24 lvl:3.75) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:3.16 lvl:2.67) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:3.15 lvl:2.16) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:3.15 lvl:2.53) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Working with Computers (imp:3.13 lvl:2.44) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Thinking Creatively (imp:3.01 lvl:2.38) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:2.85 lvl:3.16) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:2.74 lvl:3.40) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:2.71 lvl:2.87) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:2.69 lvl:2.21) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:2.37 lvl:2.32) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:2.34 lvl:2.03) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:2.19 lvl:1.19) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:2.15 lvl:1.58) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:2.09 lvl:1.25) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:2.09 lvl:2.12) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:1.99 lvl:1.83) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:1.87 lvl:1.46) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:1.87 lvl:1.52) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:1.60) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:1.53 lvl:0.77) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:1.40 lvl:0.68) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:1.25) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:1.19) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Attention to Detail (imp:10.00) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Integrity (imp:9.00) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Cooperation (imp:8.00) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Social Orientation (imp:7.00) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Self-Control (imp:6.00) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Stress Tolerance (imp:5.00) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Empathy (imp:4.00) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Adaptability (imp:3.00) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Empathy (imp:3.00) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Dependability (imp:2.65) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Stress Tolerance (imp:2.55) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Cooperation (imp:2.51) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Self-Control (imp:2.50) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Sincerity (imp:2.42) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Social Orientation (imp:2.22) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.16) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Optimism (imp:2.14) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Integrity (imp:2.13) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Adaptability (imp:2.02) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Optimism (imp:2.00) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Perseverance (imp:1.80) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Cautiousness (imp:1.69) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:1.39) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Humility (imp:1.35) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Self-Confidence (imp:1.32) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Initiative (imp:1.26) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Sincerity (imp:1.00) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Achievement Orientation (imp:0.91) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Leadership Orientation (imp:0.88) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:0.76) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Innovation (imp:0.60) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Innovation () — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Achievement Orientation () — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Intellectual Curiosity () — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity () — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Initiative () — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Self-Confidence () — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Perseverance () — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Leadership Orientation () — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Humility () — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Cautiousness () — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Dependability () — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:4.12 lvl:4.25) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Coordination (imp:3.88 lvl:3.25) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Service Orientation (imp:3.62 lvl:3.50) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Instructing (imp:3.25 lvl:3.38) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Persuasion (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Negotiation (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Time Management (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Systems Analysis (imp:2.75 lvl:3.00) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Systems Evaluation (imp:2.62 lvl:2.75) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Operations Monitoring (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Troubleshooting (imp:2.00 lvl:1.12) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.88 lvl:1.00) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Technology Design (imp:1.88 lvl:0.75) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Operation and Control (imp:1.62 lvl:1.12) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Programming (imp:1.50 lvl:0.50) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.
  Management of Material Resources (imp:1.50 lvl:0.50) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Equipment Selection (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Installation (imp:1.00) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
  Repairing (imp:1.00) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 156,960
  annual_median    : $45,130
  annual_pct10     : $35,090
  annual_pct25     : $38,430
  annual_pct75     : $50,160
  annual_pct90     : $60,750
  annual_mean      : $46,610
  hourly_median    : $21.70

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : District of Columbia ($67,430)
  lowest_state     : Louisiana ($31,440)
  dispersion_ratio : 2.145x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (49 total) ---
  Health Care and Social Assistance        emp:  143,170  median: $  44,830
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:    6,970  median: $  50,860
  Educational Services                     emp:    4,580  median: $  48,420
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:    1,840  median: $  45,830

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (4 total) ---
  Health Care and Social Assistance        emp:  143,170  median: $  44,830
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:    6,970  median: $  50,860
  Educational Services                     emp:    4,580  median: $  48,420
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:    1,840  median: $  45,830

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match_score        : 0.9778
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--- WIKIPEDIA FULL TEXT ---
A psychiatric technician is a mental health professional who works with psychiatrists and psychiatric nurses. They provide hands-on direct care to developmentally or emotionally disabled people, as well as those diagnosed with mental illnesses such as psychosis; or a brain disease such as dementia. Also they secure patients' compliance with personal hygiene routine, their medicines consumption, daily meal, and other everyday trivial matters, which might deviate in mental cases and require external help and sometimes even limited use of force. They are employed in public and private hospitals and long-term care facilities, and, in certain countries, also serve on the ambulance daily and nightwatches to provide assistance in case of handling potential mental patients, who conduct disorderly in public, when police interference is deemed inappropriate or unnecessary, or when detainees may not necessarily conduct themselves disorderly but still present obvious medical interest.


== Education ==

Psychiatric technicians are trained in general and abnormal psychology, and in pharmacology which helps the technician learn to understand and safely administer medications. They assist in the implementation of various options, including psychoanalytic, somatic, behavioral, humanistic and/or psychopharmaceutical treatments of mental illness. 


== Tasks ==
Psychiatric technicians are relied upon to report changes in patient mental or physical health, as well as problems, issues, and/or concerns with patient reactions to medications being used. They may be called upon to consult with and counsel clients regarding the therapies and treatment options (including medication, behavioral interventions, counseling and group or individual therapy). Their job often includes recordkeeping for and monitoring of patients receiving medication; and they may be expected to keep up-to-date on safety issues with the medications used, changing practices regarding dosage requirements, and new medications being used in their field.


== Credentials ==
In the United States, some states license professional psychiatric technicians. These include Arkansas, California, Colorado, and Kansas. Beyond state-level licensing, the American Association of Psychiatric Technicians (AAPT) provides a voluntary national certification (NCPT) structured into four tiers based on a candidate's formal education, experience, and exam results.


== References ==


== External links ==
American Association of Psychiatric Technicians home page

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ROLE SUMMARY:
Psychiatric technicians provide direct care and support to individuals with mental illness, developmental disabilities, or cognitive impairments under the supervision of physicians, nurses, or other healthcare professionals. They monitor patients' physical and emotional well-being, assist with daily living activities, and participate in therapeutic programs to promote patient independence and recovery. These healthcare workers serve as crucial members of treatment teams in hospitals, residential facilities, and community mental health settings.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
A psychiatric technician begins their shift by reviewing patient charts and receiving report from the previous shift about each patient's current status and treatment plans. They conduct safety checks and wellness assessments, observing patients for changes in behavior, mood, or physical condition that may require medical attention. Throughout the day, they assist patients with personal hygiene tasks like bathing and grooming, help maintain clean living spaces, and encourage participation in therapeutic activities and social interactions. They document patient behaviors and incidents, communicate important observations to nursing staff and doctors, and may need to intervene using de-escalation techniques or physical restraints when patients become agitated or pose safety risks. The technician also administers prescribed medications, provides emotional support and counseling, and teaches patients life skills to promote independence and recovery.

WHO THRIVES:
Individuals who excel as psychiatric technicians typically possess high emotional intelligence and exceptional patience when working with vulnerable populations experiencing mental health crises. They demonstrate strong active listening skills and can remain calm under pressure while managing challenging behaviors and potentially volatile situations. Successful technicians are detail-oriented professionals who can accurately observe and document patient behaviors while maintaining strict adherence to safety protocols and medical procedures. They tend to be naturally empathetic and socially oriented individuals who find fulfillment in helping others achieve stability and independence, while also being able to maintain appropriate professional boundaries in emotionally demanding situations.

CAREER ENTRY:
Most psychiatric technicians enter the field with some college coursework (40.1%) or a bachelor's degree (29.8%), though nearly 20% start with just a high school diploma according to O*NET education data. Many complete certificate programs in psychiatric technology or related mental health fields, which typically take 6 months to 2 years to complete. Entry-level positions often provide on-the-job training where new technicians learn facility-specific protocols, safety procedures, and patient care techniques under experienced supervision. Some states require licensing or certification for psychiatric technicians, particularly those working in clinical settings or administering medications.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Psychiatric technicians can advance to supervisory roles overseeing other technicians or become specialized in working with specific patient populations such as children, elderly, or individuals with developmental disabilities. Many use their experience as a stepping stone to pursue further education in nursing, social work, or psychology, leveraging their hands-on patient care experience. Some transition into roles as psychiatric aides supervisors, treatment coordinators, or move into related healthcare positions like occupational therapy assistants or recreational therapists. With additional education and training, experienced technicians may become licensed practical nurses or registered nurses specializing in psychiatric care.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
According to BLS OEWS May 2025 data, psychiatric technicians earn a median annual wage of $45,130 with employment of 156,960 workers nationally, representing stable demand in the mental healthcare sector. Geographic wage variation is significant, ranging from $31,440 in Louisiana to $67,430 in the District of Columbia, reflecting differences in cost of living and healthcare funding across states. The vast majority (91%) work in healthcare and social assistance settings, with smaller numbers employed in government facilities and educational institutions. Employment growth is expected to remain steady due to ongoing needs for mental health services and an aging population requiring cognitive care, though specific growth rates depend on healthcare funding and policy changes affecting mental health treatment access.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
Psychiatric technician roles have low automation risk due to the highly interpersonal nature of mental health care and the need for human judgment in crisis situations. The core work activities of assisting and caring for others, resolving conflicts, and establishing interpersonal relationships cannot be effectively automated and require emotional intelligence, empathy, and real-time assessment of patient safety. While some documentation and monitoring tasks may become more streamlined through electronic health records and tracking technologies, the essential human elements of therapeutic communication, crisis intervention, and personalized patient support will continue to require skilled human professionals.

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