Typical Tasks
Assess patients' mental and physical status, based on the presenting symptoms and complaints.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members, including psychiatrists, psychologists, or nursing staff, to develop, implement, or evaluate treatment plans.
Consult with psychiatrists or other professionals when unusual or complex cases are encountered.
Develop and implement treatment plans.
Diagnose psychiatric disorders and mental health conditions.
What kind of work is this?
Investigative
Studying, Research based work
Social
Working with people
Conventional
Organized, Procedural Work
What personality traits do you need to succeed?
Integrity
Dependability
Concern for Others
Stress Tolerance
Attention to Detail
Self-Control
What key skills are needed for this job?
Active Listening
Social Perceptiveness
Speaking
Writing
Reading Comprehension
Critical Thinking
Expected Knowledge
Psychology
Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
Therapy and Counseling
Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions, and for career counseling and guidance.
English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Common Activities
Assisting and Caring for Others
Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.
Documenting/Recording Information
Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
