Healthcare Support · Assist mentally impaired or emotionally disturbed patients, working under direction of nursing and medical staff
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Entry Salary
$26–31k
First 1–2 years
Peak Salary
$34–40k
10+ years experience
Job Outlook
-0.4% · Declining
Projected decline of -0.4% from 2024 to 2034; about 5 openings projected per year.
Time to Start
1–2 years
College degree typical
Salary data sourced from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) May 2024. Actual compensation varies by location, experience, employer, and specialization.
Entry-Level Aides
Psychiatric Aides
Experienced Psychiatric Aides
Senior Psychiatric Aides
Director of Healthcare Support
You prioritize Relationships
This career is strongly aligned with Relationships — a core work value that shapes how people approach their career decisions.
You're strong in Social Perceptiveness
Social Perceptiveness is a top skill for this career, and it plays to what students like you naturally do best.
Good fit for your timeline
This career typically requires short-term training (less than 1 year), which matches common student preparation goals.
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