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Psychiatric Technicians in Mississippi

Psychiatric technicians provide direct care to patients with mental health and emotional conditions under the supervision of physicians and other health professionals. They work in hospitals, mental health clinics, residential facilities, and psychiatric units, monitoring patients' physical and emotional well-being while assisting with treatment programs and daily activities. In Mississippi the median pay is $35,320 a year, 22% below the national median of $45,130.

$35,320median pay in Mississippi, per year
$30,760–$39,210middle half earn
930employed in Mississippi
$45,130U.S. median, for comparison
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Who is hiring in Mississippi

1open role like this on employer career sites, 0 in Mississippi or remote
1employer hiring
1posted in the last 7 days
CAwhere most openings are

What it takes

Preparation: Medium preparation (vocational training, an associate degree, or related experience). Most hold a certificate or training program.

Skills that matter most

Social PerceptivenessActive ListeningMonitoringSpeakingCoordinationReading ComprehensionCritical ThinkingService Orientation

Knowledge areas

PsychologyTherapy and CounselingEnglish LanguageCustomer and Personal ServiceMedicine and DentistryEducation and Training

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Licenses and training in Mississippi

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O*NET-SOC 29-2053.00. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, Mississippi, annual.