Senior Psychiatric Technician

Job Description and Duties Under the supervision of the Unit Supervisor (US), (Safety) or the Supervising Registered Nurse (SRN) II/III, Correctional Facility (CF), the Senior Psychiatric Technician (SPT), (Safety) is responsible for planning, assigning, training, and evaluating the work of Psychiatric Technicians (PT), (Safety) and other assigned staff in a mental health service line delivery area. The SPT (Safety) receives, disseminates, and implements policies and procedures, and ensures the continuity of quality patient care. The SPT (Safety) may be assigned the most difficult or complex patients in a therapy program. Actively participates in and supports the Complete Care Model. Minimum Qualifications Senior Psychiatric Technician (Safety) Possession of a valid license to practice as a Psychiatric Technician issued by the BVNPTE. and One year of experience performing the duties of a Psychiatric Technician (Safety) or Psychiatric Technician in a California State hospital or developmental center. To obtain list eligibility for the SENIOR PSYCHIATRIC TECHNICIAN (SAFETY) before applying for the position, you must first take and pass the SENIOR PSYCHIATRIC TECHNICIAN (SAFETY) examination. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification. SENIOR PSYCHIATRIC TECHNICIAN (SAFETY) Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist Duty Statement Position Details Job Code : JC-422049 Position (s): -XXX Working Title: SENIOR PSYCHIATRIC TECHNICAN (SAFETY) - PELICAN BAY STATE PRISON Classification: SENIOR PSYCHIATRIC TECHNICIAN (SAFETY) $6,768.00 - $8,560.00 of Positions: Multiple Work Location: Del Norte County Telework: In Office Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Facility: Pelican Bay State Prison Department Information This advertisement is for a(n) SENIOR PSYCHIATRIC TECHNICIAN (SAFETY) position(s) located at PELICAN BAY STATE PRISON (PBSP) in CRESCENT CITY, CA located in DEL NORTE COUNTY. You must indicate JC-422049 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. Located along the Pacific Coast among Redwoods and pristine rivers and just 20 miles from the Oregon border, Pelican Bay State Prison's (PBSP) mission is to provide constitutional medical, dental, and mental health care in a timely, safe, and efficient manner, while addressing preventative health services, chronic disease management, and public health issues to reduce unnecessary morbidity and mortality and protect public health by providing patients timely access to safe, efficient medical care, and coordinate the delivery of medical care with mental health, dental, and disability programs. Primary care services are delivered to the outpatient population through six primary care clinics that operate daily. PBSP has a Correctional Treatment Center (CTC) for inpatient services and an Urgent Treatment Area (UTA) that both operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. 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 California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS) are committed to building and fostering a diverse workplace. We believe cultural diversity, backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and unique identities should be honored, valued, and supported. We believe all staff should be empowered. CDCR/CCHCS are proud to foster inclusion and representation at all levels of both Departments. 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) BVNPTE issued Psychiatric Technician License 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. 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: 3/27/2024 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: Lee Lor 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 Liliya Wanner Pelican Bay State Prison - CCHCS 5905 Lake Earl Drive Crescent City, 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 State of California, Department of Consumer Affairs, BVNPT, is required. 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. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting. Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate: Shall create and promote an equitable and inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated and valued . click apply for full job details