- Case managers work in mental health centers and help clients in various support tasks, such as planning and getting to doctor's appointments, managing medication, transportation and other community activities. The position may or may not require a bachelor's degree and the yearly salary averages $18,000 to $20,000.
- Job coaches typically work in the community and assist clients with job-related duties. On-the-job training, career planning and assistance with on-the-job relations are all responsibilities of a job coach. The position may or may not require a bachelor's degree and the yearly salary averages $19,000 to $22,000.
- Behavioral support staff provide supervision in residential care centers, hospitals or group homes. Behavioral support staff provide group and individual support, structure and care. The position typically requires a bachelor's degree and additional training in health and safety for patients or residents. The yearly salary averages $20,000 to $24,000.
- Therapists can provide counseling services in all types of settings. Therapists are trained in a variety of different approaches to therapy. Educational programs vary for therapists and are geared toward the licensure requirements of the state the program is located in. Types include professional counseling programs, social work, or marriage and family therapy. The yearly salary averages $28,000 to $50,000.
- Psychologists provide testing, assessment and counseling services in all types of settings. Psychologists are trained in different approaches to therapy, research and testing related to psychological issues. Typically, the doctorate program standards are accepted at a national level and psychologists are licensed by the state they practice in. Some may choose to be a school psychologist and additional curriculum is required for this. The yearly salary averages $55,000 to $90,000.
- Psychiatrists are physicians who specialize in mental health. Psychiatrists evaluate symptoms and prescribe medication. Some choose to offer therapy as well. Medical program standards are accepted at a national level and psychiatrists are licensed by the state they practice in. They may be an M.D. or D.O. depending on their educational program. The yearly salary averages $90,000 to $120,000.
