Occupational Therapist

Duties and responsibilities: Occupational Therapy Assistants and Aides help patients who are mentally, emotionally, or physically disabled adjust to handicaps and regain abilities to perform daily living and self-care skills. They work under the supervision of occupational therapists as part of a team with physicians, counselors, and physical therapists.

Salary:$12,000-$15,000 (occupational therapy aides)

$17,000-$26,000 (occupational therapy Assistants)

Education: Occupational therapy aides must have a high school diploma or GED certificate.  They receive their training while on the job.

Occupational therapy assistants must complete a two year training program that includes clinical experience.