Occupational Therapist

Duties and Responsibilities: occupational therapist assist patients who are mentally, emotionally, and physically disabled . They help them get used to handi-caps and performing regular everyday things. They work with physicians, physical therapist, and counselors. Occupational therapist assistants keep up with the patients and report back to the occupational therapist their progress. Most occupational therapist work for hospitals some for nursing homes and others for handicapped schools.  They can also be hired in rehabilitation centers or adults day care center.

Salary:

$12,000 - $15,000 (Occupational Therapy Aides) 

$17,000 - $26,000 (Occupational Therapy Assistants)

Education:

Occupational therapist aides are required to have a high school diploma or GED training will be given to them on the job. Occupational therapist assistants must take a two year training program that includes clinical experience. They must also pass a national examination to qualify.

I would be interested in  this career, helping people back on their feet seems like a great thing to do.