Mostly Resilient
Last Update: 11/4/2026
AI Resilience Score for Psychiatric Aides:
59.3%
Median Score
Meaningful human contribution
Measures the parts of the occupation that still require a human touch. This score averages data from up to four AI exposure datasets, focusing on the role’s resilience against automation.
High
Long-term employer demand
Predicts the health of the job market for this role through 2034. Using Bureau of Labor Statistics data, it balances projected annual job openings (60%) with overall employment growth (40%).
Med
Sustained economic opportunity
Measures future earning potential and career flexibility. This score is a blend of total projected labor income (67%) and the role’s inherent ability to adapt to economic and technological shifts (33%).
Med
This reflects the reliability of your score based on the number of data sources available for this career and how closely those sources agree on the outlook. A higher confidence means more consistent evidence from labor experts and AI models.
Most data sources align, with only minor variation. This is a well-supported result.
AI Resilience Report forPsychiatric Aides
$44,910 median salary•4,900 annual openings•SOC Code: 31-1133.00
Psychiatric Aides are somewhat more resilient to AI impacts than most occupations, according to our analysis of 7 sources.
Psychiatric aide work is labeled "Mostly Resilient" because the heart of the job, being physically present with patients, calming someone in crisis, watching over their safety, and guiding them through treatment, is something AI simply cannot do. The technology being adopted right now is focused on lightening paperwork and flagging which patients need urgent attention, so it supports the work of aides rather than replacing them.
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This role is mostly resilient
Psychiatric aide work is labeled "Mostly Resilient" because the heart of the job, being physically present with patients, calming someone in crisis, watching over their safety, and guiding them through treatment, is something AI simply cannot do. The technology being adopted right now is focused on lightening paperwork and flagging which patients need urgent attention, so it supports the work of aides rather than replacing them.
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Psychiatric Aides
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Latest AI news for Psychiatric Aides
These articles highlight the evolving role of AI in mental health, crucial for aspiring psychiatric aides. For instance, the APA emphasizes the need for mental health professionals to shape AI's integration, suggesting that aides will play a key role in this transformation. Additionally, the rise of AI tools for note-taking can enhance efficiency, allowing aides to focus more on patient care. Embracing AI resilience can empower psychiatric aides to adapt and thrive in a tech-driven landscape, ultimately improving mental health support.
AI Can Accurately Flag Pediatric ADHD: New Study
www.additudemag.com • 6/16/2026
Can artificial intelligence aid in the diagnosis of ADHD? A new study explores the merit and accuracy of AI screening tools.
AI in the mental health care workforce is met with fear, pushback — and enthusiasm
www.npr.org • 4/7/2026
Artificial intelligence tools that help mental health therapists take notes and keep records are quickly entering the marketplace.
Protecting Our Kids: Governor Hochul Announces Nation-Leading Proposals to Protect Kids Online, Restrict AI Chatbots and Combat the Youth Mental Health Crisis
www.governor.ny.gov • 1/5/2026
Governor Hochul unveiled her first State of the State proposals, which will continue to build on her progress to keep New York's kids safe...
Exploring the Use of AI Chatbots in Mental Health Care
www.psychiatryadvisor.com • 8/15/2025
As the popularity of artificial intelligence (AI)-based chatbots like ChatGPT continues to increase, a growing number of people are turning...
Microsoft AI Expert: APA, MH Professionals Must Help Guide Future of AI and Mental Health
psychiatryonline.org • 4/16/2024
The future of artificial intelligence and its impact on psychiatry was prominent among the topics discussed at APA's Board of Trustees...
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Career: Psychiatric Aides
They assist patients with mental health needs by helping them with daily activities and ensuring a safe, supportive environment.
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Alternate Titles
Mental Health Worker (MHW) · Psychiatric Aide · Residential Care Tech (Residential Care Technician) · Therapeutic Program Worker (TPW) · Developmental Aide · Mental Health Aide (MHA) · Psychiatric Assistant · Psychiatric Nursing Aide · Qualified Medication Aide (QMA) · Resident Care Technician (Resident Care Tech)
Employment & Wage Data
Median Wage
$44,910
Jobs (2025)
36,900
Growth (2025-35)
+1.9%
Annual Openings
4,900
Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Experience
None
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections 2025-2035
Task-Level AI Resilience Scores
AI-generated estimates of task resilience over the next 3 years
1
Provide patients with cognitive, intellectual, or developmental disabilities with routine physical, emotional, psychological, or rehabilitation care under the direction of nursing or medical staff.
2
Restrain or aid patients as necessary to prevent injury.
3
Work as part of a team that may include psychiatrists, psychologists, psychiatric nurses, or social workers.
4
Organize, supervise, or encourage patient participation in social, educational, or recreational activities.
5
Provide patients with assistance in bathing, dressing, or grooming, demonstrating these skills as necessary.
6
Participate in recreational activities with patients, including card games, sports, or television viewing.
7
Accompany patients to and from wards for medical or dental treatments, shopping trips, or religious or recreational events.
Tasks are ranked by their AI resilience, with the most resilient tasks shown first. Core tasks are essential functions of this occupation, while supplemental tasks provide additional context.
