NURSE INSTRUCTOR - SCHOOL OF PSYCHIATRIC TECHNOLOGY

Job Description and Duties

The Permanent/Intermittent  Nurse Instructor - School of Psychiatric Technology (SOPT)  will be directed by the Supervising Registered Nurse (SOPT Program Director) in the Psychiatric Technician Program at the Department of State Hospitals - Atascadero (ASH). The incumbent will be responsible for the following duties but not limited to:

• Accurately instruct adult learners in professional nursing principles and techniques in planning, organizing, and conducting educational courses in Psychiatric Nursing, Developmental Disabilities and Nursing Science
• Supervise clinical training of Psych Tech students and assist them to meet clinical objectives
• Heavy lifting up to 30 pounds when required
• Communicate effectively
• Possess classroom management skills
• Possess knowledge of medications and medication medical/psychiatric administration terminology
• Participate in the evaluation and development of educational programs and policy
• Evaluate progress and performance of students
• Tutor and counsel as needed
Eligibility: To be considered for this career opportunity, applicants must have eligibility by way of one of the following: reachable on an certification list, have transfer eligibility, or have reinstatement eligibility. It is your responsibility to ensure that you meet the minimum qualifications specified in the examination bulletin/classification specifications.

If you do not have eligibility, you must take the exam. The examination is a separate process from applying for this vacancy.

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Click on the link to complete the Department of State Hospitals Recruitment Survey: DSH Recruitment Survey

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Working Conditions

This position requires you to work within the Secured Treatment Area (STA).

In-office and travel to provide coverage at clinical sites as north as King City and as south as Santa Maria. Hours are as needed. Will provide clinical coverage. Hours vary depending on clinical site assignment 0530-1515.

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) completion of educational courses as specified in the Class Specification (link available in the Minimum Requirements section).
• 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) CA Registered Nursing License License. You will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hired.

Maximum of 1500 hours per year.

**An instructor in a BVNPT approved Psychiatric Technician Training Program shall have had or be currently attending a course in teaching (Adult Learner's Certificate course)**

***FOR INFORMATION REGARDING THE BVNPT REQUIREMENTS for courses that meet the Adult Learner's Certificate, please contact Lindsay Byers by email: View email address on us.fitly.work . ***

Only applicants who have a Registered Nurse License will be offered an interview.

Candidates that believe they meet the Minimum Qualifications based on a pattern of education from the classification description (specifications) must provide a copy of your unofficial transcripts, that include date degree conferred, if applicable, along with your application (STD. 678) to be considered for this position. Higher degrees cannot be accepted without evidence of the lower degree that leads to it. Please note: foreign transcripts must include a verification for US equivalency through an independent company.

Please attach a copy of a valid California Standard Designated Subjects Teaching Credential with specialization in vocational trade and technical teaching or equivalent credential.

Benefits

There are many benefits to joining our team! The State of California offers a generous benefits package, including but not limited to:

• Medical Benefits (health, dental, and vision)
• Work life balance (some positions qualify for flexible work hours and schedules, and a minimum of 10 days of paid leave annually – specific accrual rates can be found here )
• Paid Holidays and leave (family medical leave, military leave, etc)
• Defined benefit retirement program with CalPERS
• Savings Plus Program (401(k), 457)
• School loan forgiveness under federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• Commute Program
• Employee Wellness Program (discounts to health clubs)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Medical/Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts
• ScholarShare (college savings account)
• On-the-job training and professional development
• Most positions qualify for annual raises until you reach the maximum salary for that position, subject to meeting performance standards

Additional benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

These webpages are intended to provide general information. Benefit eligibility may be based on job classification, bargaining unit, time base, and length of appointment.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

***FOR INFORMATION REGARDING THE BVNPT REQUIREMENTS for courses that meet the Adult Learner's Certificate, please contact Lindsay Byers by email: View email address on us.fitly.work . ***

• Note: Main communication for this position will be through email. Please ensure you have a valid email address on your application.

• Applications postmarked on the final filing date will be accepted.

• Scanned, copied, or faxed applications will not be accepted.

• Applications will be screened and only the most competitive will be offered an interview.

• If it is determined that an applicant does not meet the minimum qualifications, the applicant’s name may be removed from the eligibility list.

• Any limited-term appointments may transition in to a permanent appointment.

• Selected candidates will be required to submit to a criminal history review utilizing Live Scan fingerprinting.

• This position requires candidates to pass a Medical Evaluation. You will be required to submit to a Medical Evaluation and receive clearance prior to being hired.

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 - Candidates that believe they meet the Minimum Qualifications based on a pattern of education from the classification description (specifications) must provide a copy of your unofficial transcripts, that include date degree conferred, if applicable, along with your application (STD. 678) to be considered for this position. Higher degrees cannot be accepted without evidence of the lower degree that leads to it. Please note: foreign transcripts must include a verification for US equivalency through an independent company.
• Other - Please attach a copy of a valid California Standard Designated Subjects Teaching Credential with specialization in vocational trade and technical teaching or equivalent credential.