Psychiatric Technician (Safety) – Hospital Wide
California Department of State Hospitals, Norwalk, CA, United States
Overview
The Department of State Hospitals – Metropolitan is now accepting applications for multiple Full-Time, Permanent Psychiatric Technician positions. Under general supervision, incumbents administer care to forensic, LPS and medically fragile patients; assist in planning and evaluation of nursing care; provide a basic level of general behavioral and psychiatric nursing care; and are expected to facilitate the rehabilitation of forensic clients and patients. Candidates must have excellent organizational skills, ability to problem solve, and good communication skills. Experience with computer systems is desired. Qualities sought are the ability to work well with others, good mediation skills, and a commitment to helping others.
Candidates must be willing to work in any Unit/Program and any shift to meet the needs of the facility.
Responsibilities
Administer basic psychiatric and general nursing care to forensic, LPS and medically fragile patients. Assist in planning and evaluation of nursing care. Facilitate rehabilitation of forensic clients and patients. Demonstrate organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills; collaborate with team members.
Qualifications
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.
Eligibility Examination:
To be considered for this Job Opportunity, applicants must have eligibility by way of: permanent civil service status, be reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility, or have reinstatement eligibility. If you do not have eligibility, you must take the exam.
Examination Information:
The exam bulletin outlines how to take the exam. It is your responsibility to ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications as stated in the announcement as of the date your exam is submitted. Read the Minimum Qualifications for the position before taking the exam to ensure you are qualified. The examination is a separate process from applying for this vacancy; please follow the instructions for each process.
Exam Link:
https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=3096
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Special Requirements
The position(s) require(s) a Drug Screening to be passed prior to being hired.
The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation to be cleared prior to being hired.
The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.
The position(s) require(s) a license as a Psychiatric Technician and you will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hired.
Application Process and Contact
All correspondence regarding this job posting will primarily come from the recruitment email address. It is the applicant’s responsibility to check their email inbox, including junk/spam folders, for any correspondence regarding their application status. Applicants are encouraged to keep their CalCareers profile updated with current contact information.
Whom May Apply, How to Apply, and Required Documents are described in the posting. The following items are typically required with your application:
Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (or electronic equivalent). Include all experience and education relevant to the Minimum Qualifications.
Resume is optional but can be included.
In addition, you may be asked to provide copies of transcripts or other documents during the screening process.
Benefits
Working for the State offers opportunities, generous benefits, and career development.
Benefit information can be found on the CalHR and CalPERS websites.
Other benefits may include free parking, access to on-site gym, on-site electric vehicle chargers, rideshare resources, and proximity to public transportation and major freeway access.
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The Department of State Hospitals – Metropolitan is now accepting applications for multiple Full-Time, Permanent Psychiatric Technician positions. Under general supervision, incumbents administer care to forensic, LPS and medically fragile patients; assist in planning and evaluation of nursing care; provide a basic level of general behavioral and psychiatric nursing care; and are expected to facilitate the rehabilitation of forensic clients and patients. Candidates must have excellent organizational skills, ability to problem solve, and good communication skills. Experience with computer systems is desired. Qualities sought are the ability to work well with others, good mediation skills, and a commitment to helping others.
Candidates must be willing to work in any Unit/Program and any shift to meet the needs of the facility.
Responsibilities
Administer basic psychiatric and general nursing care to forensic, LPS and medically fragile patients. Assist in planning and evaluation of nursing care. Facilitate rehabilitation of forensic clients and patients. Demonstrate organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills; collaborate with team members.
Qualifications
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.
Eligibility Examination:
To be considered for this Job Opportunity, applicants must have eligibility by way of: permanent civil service status, be reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility, or have reinstatement eligibility. If you do not have eligibility, you must take the exam.
Examination Information:
The exam bulletin outlines how to take the exam. It is your responsibility to ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications as stated in the announcement as of the date your exam is submitted. Read the Minimum Qualifications for the position before taking the exam to ensure you are qualified. The examination is a separate process from applying for this vacancy; please follow the instructions for each process.
Exam Link:
https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=3096
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Special Requirements
The position(s) require(s) a Drug Screening to be passed prior to being hired.
The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation to be cleared prior to being hired.
The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.
The position(s) require(s) a license as a Psychiatric Technician and you will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hired.
Application Process and Contact
All correspondence regarding this job posting will primarily come from the recruitment email address. It is the applicant’s responsibility to check their email inbox, including junk/spam folders, for any correspondence regarding their application status. Applicants are encouraged to keep their CalCareers profile updated with current contact information.
Whom May Apply, How to Apply, and Required Documents are described in the posting. The following items are typically required with your application:
Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (or electronic equivalent). Include all experience and education relevant to the Minimum Qualifications.
Resume is optional but can be included.
In addition, you may be asked to provide copies of transcripts or other documents during the screening process.
Benefits
Working for the State offers opportunities, generous benefits, and career development.
Benefit information can be found on the CalHR and CalPERS websites.
Other benefits may include free parking, access to on-site gym, on-site electric vehicle chargers, rideshare resources, and proximity to public transportation and major freeway access.
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