Duties and Responsibilities: A mental health aide, or psychiatric aide, assists in the care of mentally ill people who are housed in specialized care facilities and hospitals. The aide works under the supervision of a mental health technician, nurse or other professional to perform basic duties. A high school diploma is the basic requirement for this position, and on-the-job training might be necessary.
Salary $39,119 per year
Education Requirements

A high school diploma or GED is the basic requirement for the majority of mental health aides. Recommended subjects to study in high school include math, science, social sciences, psychology and health. Hospitals typically prefer job candidates who have past experience as a nurse's aide, and they might require completion of a formal training program, including lectures, hands-on training or workshops.. The majority of mental health aides are trained on the job under the supervision of nurses and mental health professionals