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Careers in Psychology
Psych Job Families
Child, Family, and School Social Workers
Provide social services and assistance to improve the social and psychological functioning of children and their families and to maximize the family well-being and the academic functioning of children. May assist parents, arrange adoptions, and find foster homes for abandoned or abused children. In schools, they address such problems as teenage pregnancy, misbehavior, and truancy.
Job TitlesAdolescent Counselor
Adoption AgentAdoption CoordinatorAdoption Counselor
Adoption Social WorkerAdoption SpecialistAdoption Worker
Adult Protective CaseworkerAt-Risk Specialist
Case Manager
Child, Family, and School Social Workers
In 2011, the average annual wage in California was $50,030 with most people making between $29,110 and $79,120
Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.
Educational, Guidance, School, and Vocational Counselors
Counsel individuals to help them understand and overcome personal, social, or behavioral problems affecting their educational or vocational situations.Provide crisis intervention to students when difficult situations occur at schools.Confer with parents or guardians, teachers, administrators, and other professionals to discuss children's progress, resolve behavioral, academic, and other problems, and to determine priorities for students and their resource needs.
Job TitlesAcademic Advisement Director
Academic AdviserAcademic Advising Director
Academic AdvisorAcademic CoordinatorAcademic CounselorAdmissions Advisor
Admissions CounselorAdmissions Director
Adolescent Counselor
Educational, Guidance, School, and Vocational Counselors
Most of these occupations require graduate school. For example, they may require a master's degree, and some require a Ph.D., M.D., or J.D. (law degree).
In 2011, the average annual wage in California was $66,090 with most people making between $33,010 and $103,060
Marriage and Family Therapist
Diagnose and treat mental and emotional disorders, whether cognitive, affective, or behavioral, within the context of marriage and family systems. Apply psychotherapeutic and family systems theories and techniques in the delivery of services to individuals, couples, and families for the purpose of treating such diagnosed nervous and mental disorders.
Job TitlesBehavior TherapistBehavioral Analyst
Behavioral SpecialistBehavioral Therapist
Child and Family CounselorClinical Services Director
Clinical TherapistClinician
Couples TherapistFamily Counselor
Most of these occupations require graduate school. For example, they may require a master's degree, and some require a Ph.D., M.D., or J.D. (law degree).
In 2011, the average annual wage in California was $47,760 with most people making between $22,780 and $72,750
Marriage and Family Therapist
Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors
Counsel and advise individuals with alcohol, tobacco, drug, or other problems, such as gambling and eating disorders. May counsel individuals, families, or groups or engage in prevention programs.
Job TitlesAddiction CounselorAddiction SpecialistAddiction Therapist
Addictions CounselorAlcohol and Drug Counselor
Alcoholic CounselorAssessment Specialist
Behavior TherapistBehavioral Analyst
Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not
In 2011, the average annual wage in California was $37,400 with most people making between $22,820 and $58,080
Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors
Psychiatric TechniciansCare for individuals with mental or emotional conditions or disabilities, following the instructions of physicians or other health practitioners. Monitor patients' physical and emotional well-being and report to medical staff. May participate in rehabilitation and treatment programs, help with personal hygiene, and administer oral or injectable medications.
Job TitlesBehavioral Health Technician
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)Child and Family TherapistDirect Care Worker (DCW)
Health Care TechnicianHuman Service Technician
Human Services Support Specialist Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT)
Medical TechnicianMental Health Assistant (MHA)
In 2011, the average annual wage in California was $52,280 with most people making between $32,030 and $68,750
Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.
Psychiatric Technicians
PsychiatristsA psychiatrist is a physician who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of mental disorders. All psychiatrists are trained in diagnostic evaluation and in psychopharmacological treatment. As part of their evaluation of the patient, among the mental health professionals only psychiatrists are authorized to prescribe psychiatric medication, conduct physical examinations, order and interpret laboratory tests
Job TitlesAddiction PsychiatristAttending Psychiatrist
Behavioral AnalystBehavioral Specialist
Child and Adolescent PsychiatristChild Psychiatrist
Clinical PsychiatristConsulting Psychiatrist
DoctorForensic Psychiatrist
Psychiatrists
In 2011, the average annual wage in California was $192,290 with most people making between $53,450 and n/a
Medical Degree and residency required. Many positions require an APA accredited residency.
Clinical PsychologistsDiagnose or evaluate mental and emotional disorders of individuals through observation, interview, and psychological tests, and formulate and administer programs of treatment.
Job TitlesBehavior Analyst
Behavior SpecialistBehavior TherapistBehavioral Analyst
Behavioral PsychologistBehavioral SpecialistBehavioral TherapistChief PsychologistChild Psychologist
Clinical Director
Clinical Psychologists
In 2011, the average annual wage in California was $84,580 with most people making between $40,900 and $117,260
Most of these occupations require graduate school. For example, they may require a master's degree, and some require a Ph.D., M.D., or J.D.
School Psychologists
Investigate processes of learning and teaching and develop psychological principles and techniques applicable to educational problems.
Job TitlesAssessment Specialist
Associate School PsychologistBehavior SpecialistBehavioral Analyst
Behavioral SpecialistBilingual School Psychologist
Child PsychologistChild Psychometrist
Child Study Team DirectorConsulting Psychologist
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School Psychologists
In 2011, the average annual wage in California was $84,580 with most people making between $40,900 and $117,260
Most of these occupations require graduate school. For example, they may require a master's degree, and some require a Ph.D., M.D., or J.D.
Industrial/Organizational Psychologists
Industrial and organizational psychology (also known as I/O psychology or work psychology) is the scientific study of employees, workplaces, and organizations. Industrial and organizational psychologists contribute to an organization's success by improving the workplace and the performance, satisfaction and well-being of its people. An I/O psychologist researches and identifies how employee behaviors and attitudes can be improved through hiring practices, training programs, and feedback and management systems. I/O psychologists also help organizations transition among periods of change and development. Industrial and organizational psychology is related to the concepts of organizational behavior and human capital.
Job TitlesRegulatory Affairs Managers
Compliance ManagersInvestment Fund Managers
Supply Chain ManagersSecurity Managers
Industrial-Organizational Psychologists
Approximate National Averages
Most of these occupations require graduate school. For example, they may require a master's degree, and some require a Ph.D., M.D., or J.D.
Industrial/Organizational Psychologists
Industries with the highest
concentration of I/O Psych jobs
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Sports Psychologist Genetic Counselor Engineering Counselor Forensic Psychologist College Professor Drug Researcher
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I don’t want to major in Psych but I like what I learned…
In Psych you learn….
Why people behave the way they do
Why people sometimes do bad things
Understand your friends and family better
Build stronger social skills
Train your dog
….. You can apply this and MUCH more to your future career no matter which field you choose.
Do your research
California Career ZoneExplore Careers and take an assessment
www.CAcareerzone.org
Bureau of Labor and StatisticsOccupational Outlook Handbook
National database of jobs and careers. Lots of statistics and information
www.bls.gov/oco
O*NetU.S. Department of Labor - Links Careers to majors and
colleges.
http://www.onetonline.org/
