Psychiatric Technicians

Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.

Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.

Talking to others to convey information effectively.

Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.

Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

Actively looking for ways to help people.

Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

Teaching others how to do something.

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.

Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, and rules of composition and grammar.

Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions, and for career counseling and guidance.

Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.

Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.

Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.

Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.

The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.

The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.

The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing that there is a problem.

The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.

The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.

The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).

The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.

The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.

The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.

The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).

The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).

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Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.

Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.

Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.

Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.

Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.

Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.

Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.

Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.

Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.

Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.

Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.

Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.

Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.

Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.

Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.

Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.

A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.

A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.

A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.

A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.

A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in response to criticism or difficult situations at work.

A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.