Roles and missions of the AMP / Aide Médico Psychologique
The AMP / Aide Medico-Psychologique plays a crucial role in the healthcare system. These professionals are responsible for providing ongoing mental health and psychosocial care and services to patients. In particular, the AMP / Aide Medico-Psychologique is responsible for :
Assess patients' needs and provide them with services and activities adapted to their needs and state of health.
Develop and implement holistic care plans in collaboration with other members of the medical care team.
Collect relevant information and data to support the care process and regularly evaluate progress and outcomes.
Provide rehabilitation services and care and services to patients and their families.
Identify health programmes and support services to help improve patients' quality of life.
Providing education and information to patients and their families on mental health and psychosocial issues.
Establishing and maintaining positive relationships with patients and their families and other members of the medical care team.
Ensuring compliance with applicable mental health and psychosocial protocols, laws, regulations and standards.
Managing administrative tasks related to the organisation and implementation of mental health and psychosocial services.
Participating in studies, research and conferences on issues relating to mental and psychosocial health.
Attend professional meetings and conferences to maintain knowledge and skills.
Salary and career development of AMP / Aide Medico Psychologique
The salary of an Aide Medico Psychologique (AMP) is highly variable and may be CCD or conventional. Gross annual salaries vary according to years of experience:
0 to 2 years: between €18,000 and €22,000
2 to 5 years: between €22,000 and €25,000
5 to 10 years: between €25,000 and €30,000
10 to 15 years: between €30,000 and €33,000
Over 15 years: between €33,000 and €35,000
In addition to salary, AMPs also receive various bonuses and benefits. There are many career development opportunities for AMPs. Here are five possibilities:
Ergonomist
Psychologist
Monitor educator
Social worker
Specialist educator