Psychiatric Technician

Job Description and Duties Under supervision of a Supervising Registered Nurse II/III, Correctional Facility, Unit Supervisor (Safety), or Senior Psychiatric Technician (Safety), the Psychiatric Technician (PT) (Safety) organizes and provides a basic level of general, behavioral, and psychiatric nursing care to patients in accordance with the Mental Health Program Guide, policy and procedure, and regulations, in a variety of correctional health care settings. The PT (Safety), pursuant to the PT scope of practice, and in collaboration with the health care team, ensures the delivery of appropriate and timely health care to patients; Provides basic level of general nursing and behavioral and psychiatric nursing care to patients under valid authorization by a provider's order, and the delegation and clinical direction of the Registered Nurse (RN); Provides support to the care team for daily health care operations, and communicates effectively with patients and other members of the health care team. The PT (Safety) is responsible for addressing the ongoing needs of patients, working with larger health care team members, and promoting the efficient, appropriate, and cost-effective use of health care resources. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Possession of a valid license to practice as a Psychiatric Technician issued by the BVNPTE (Applicants who are within four months of completing the Psychiatric Technician curriculum accredited by the BVNPTE will be admitted to the examination, but they must secure this license before they will be eligible for appointment). To obtain list eligibility for the CLASSIFICATION, before applying for the position, you must first take and pass the examination: 9PB14.PDF (ca.gov) You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification. PSYCHIATRIC TECHNICIAN (SAFETY) Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist Duty Statement Position Details Job Code : JC-433261 Position (s): -XXX Working Title: PSYCHIATRIC TECHNICIAN - FOLSOM STATE PRISON Classification: PSYCHIATRIC TECHNICIAN (SAFETY) $2,977.50 - $3,661.00 of Positions: 1 Work Location: Sacramento County Telework: In Office Job Type: Permanent, Part Time - 1/2 Time Facility: Folsom State Prison Department Information This advertisement is for a PSYCHIATRIC TECHNICIAN (SAFETY) position at FOLSOM STATE PRISON in REPRESA (FOLSOM), CA located in SACRAMENTO COUNTY. You must indicate JC-433261 and position number on your application: -XXX. Please Note: Main communication for this position will be through email. Please ensure you have a valid email address on your application. This part-time position will be working 20 hours per week. The monthly salary range for this position is $2,977.50 to $3,661.00. Folsom is a family-friendly city, touting nationally recognized schools, recreational activities, fine dining, premium shopping, and access to an expansive network of hiking trails near the American River and Folsom Lake. It is also within short driving distance to weekend getaways such as Lake Tahoe or San Francisco. Vision: We enhance public safety and promote successful community reintegration through education, treatment and active participation in rehabilitative and restorative justice programs. Mission: To facilitate the successful reintegration of the individuals in our care back to their communities equipped with the tools to be drug-free, healthy, and employable members of society by providing education, treatment, rehabilitative, and restorative justice programs, all in a safe and humane environment. The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) and the California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS) are committed to building an inclusive and culturally diverse workplace. We are determined to attract and hire more candidates from diverse communities and empower all employees from a variety of cultural backgrounds, perspectives, and personal experiences. We are proud to foster inclusion and drive collaborative efforts to increase representation at all levels of the Department. Department Website: Special Requirements The position(s) require(s) a Drug Screening be passed prior to being hired. The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired. The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired. The position(s) require(s) a(n) Valid, issued by BVNPTE Psychiatric Technician License. You will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hired. Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your State application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, student identification number, driver's license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. Confidential information on the first page of applications submitted electronically online, such as Easy ID number, SSN, examination related information, and driver's license number will automatically be redacted upon submission. Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment. If it is determined an applicant does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates who have been withheld may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board. Candidates new to CDCR or the Division of Juvenile Justice are required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan Fingerprinting, and Tuberculosis testing prior to appointment followed by department annual Tuberculosis testing/evaluation thereafter. Possession of a valid license to practice as a Psychiatric Technician issued by the State of California, Department of Consumer Affairs, BVNPT, is required. Application Instructions Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application. Final Filing Date: 6/4/2024 Who May Apply Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s). Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s). How To Apply Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at . When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below: Address for Mailing Application Packages You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to: California Correctional Health Care Services Attn: Michelle Cain Regional Human Resources - Northern PO Box 588500, D1, Personnel Elk Grove, CA 95758 Address for Drop-Off Application Packages You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at: California Correctional Health Care Services Mary Trevino Folsom State Prison - CCHCS 300 Prison Road Folsom, CA :00 AM - 04:00 PM Required Application Package Documents The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job: Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at . All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position. Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required. Other - License: Possession of a valid license to practice as a Psychiatric Technician issued by the BVNPTE. (Applicants who are within four months of completing the Psychiatric Technician curriculum accredited by the BVNPTE will be admitted to the examination, but they must secure this license before they will be eligible for appointment.) Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview . click apply for full job details