Psychiatric Technician

California Correctional Health Care Services Psychiatric Technician

California Correctional Health Care Services is looking for Psychiatric Technicians across California. This unique role offers the opportunity to provide essential care within a correctional healthcare environment. As a Psychiatric Technician, you will be critical in delivering comprehensive nursing and psychiatric care to our patients, contributing to their well-being and recovery.

Location: Statewide

Immediately hiring at the following facilities:

• HDSP (Susanville)
• LAC (Lancaster)
• SVSP (Soledad)
• MCSP (Ione)

Annual Salary Range: $73,608–$95,527* *15% Stipend of base salary available for those working in a Psychiatric Inpatient Program

Minimum Qualifications:

• Possession of a valid license to practice as a Psychiatric Technician issued by the BVNPTE. (Applicants 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 being eligible for appointment.)

Primary responsibilities:

• Organize and deliver basic general, behavioral, and psychiatric nursing care to patients, following the Mental Health Program Guide, policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Administer care based under the clinical direction and delegation of the Registered Nurse (RN).
• Support daily health care operations, including assisting the efficient functioning of the care team.
• Work closely with the health care team to address ongoing patient needs and foster a collaborative and supportive environment.
• Promote the efficient, appropriate, and cost-effective use of health care resources in all aspects of patient care.
• Adhere to all relevant regulations, policies, and procedures in the delivery of care within a correctional health care setting.

In return for your efforts, CCHCS/CDCR offers a competitive benefits package, including:

• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule
• State of California retirement that vests in five years (visit CalPERS for retirement formulas)
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Robust 401(k) and 457(b) savings plans
• Reimbursement for license and certificate renewals
• And much more