PSYCHIATRIC TECHNICIAN (SAFETY)

Job Posting: Psychiatric Technician (Safety) Psychology Cognitive Rehabilitation Program

Department of State Hospitals

JC-527740

• Psychiatric Technician (Safety) Psychology Cognitive Rehabilitation Program

PSYCHIATRIC TECHNICIAN (SAFETY)

$5,843.00 - $7,466.00 per Month

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 8/31/2026

Application Methods:

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Job Description and Duties

DSH -Napa Psychology Department, Cognitive Rehabilitation Program is currently accepting applications for a permanent full time Psychiatric Technician (Safety).

Under the supervision of the Senior Psychologist Supervisor and Senior Psychologist Specialist(s), the Psychiatric Technician organizes and aids in the facilitation of social cognition groups, and computer based cognitive rehabilitation programs. Further, the psychiatric technician will provide daily contact with patients participating in the cognitive rehabilitation program to support clinical progress related to patient goals outlined by the program.

The Psychiatric Technician provides a basic level of general nursing, behavioral, and psychiatric nursing care to patients, in accordance with policies, procedures and regulations, within a State Hospital environment. The Psychiatric Technician, pursuant to their scope of practice, and in collaboration with the health care team, ensures the delivery of appropriate and timely health care to patients, and provides support to the care team for daily health care operations. The Psychiatric Technician communicates effectively with patients and other members of the health care team. The Psychiatric Technician is responsible for addressing the ongoing needs of patients, working with the members of the larger health care team, and promoting the efficient, appropriate, and cost-effective use of health care resources.

If you have any questions about the role of a Psychiatric Technician in the Cognitive Rehabilitation Program, please contact: Dana.Lockwood@dsh.ca.gov or 707-690-4517.

To ensure that your application will be considered for this recruitment the following items are required:

• Duties Performed and Supervisor's name and Contact information must be completed on the STD 678. Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process.
• Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of information provided on the STD. 678
• You are also required to pass Psychiatric Technician (Safety) examination to be considered for employment. Please read the overview of the bulletin before proceeding to take the exam.

Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary salary reductions in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) accruals. For additional information please visit https://hrmanual.calhr.ca.gov/Home/ManualItem/1/2113

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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-527740

Position #(s):

480-464-8253-601

Working Title:

Psychiatric Technician (Safety) Psychology Cognitive Rehabilitation Program

Classification:

PSYCHIATRIC TECHNICIAN (SAFETY)

$5,843.00 - $6,797.00 S

$6,040.00 - $7,203.00 T

$6,261.00 - $7,466.00 U

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions:

1

Work Location:

Napa County

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Facility:

Department of State Hospitals - Napa

Department Information

Founded in 1875, Napa State Hospital is the only state hospital in Northern California for persons struggling with severe mental illness. Classified as a low to moderate security facility, the hospital has a bed capacity to treat up to 1,362 patients on an attractive campus with treatment units located on 138 acres. Staff is dedicated and committed to delivering high quality, cost-effective, professional services and specialized programs in an environment that promotes continuous improvements in treatment for individuals with mental disabilities.

Department Website: https://www.dsh.ca.gov

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) a(n) Psychiatric Technician License issued by BVNPTE License. You will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hired.

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: 8/31/2026

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP 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.

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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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:

Department of State Hospitals

Department of State Hospitals - Napa

Attn: HR Hiring Unit - Wilkins Cottage

2100 Napa/Vallejo Hwy.

Napa, CA 94558

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of State Hospitals

Department of State Hospitals - Napa

HR Hiring Unit - Wilkins Cottage

2100 Napa/Vallejo Hwy.

Napa, CA 94558

07:00 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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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 required and must be included.

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.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Other benefits include:

Free Parking

On-site childcare

Electric Vehicle charging stations

Beautiful walking trails and access to parks

On-site exercise facility

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: https://www.dsh.ca.gov

Human Resources Contact:

Tess Oracion

(707) 253-5756

Teresita.Oracion@dsh.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:

Tiffani Emerson Morris

(707) 253-5562

Tiffani.EmersonMorris@dsh.ca.gov

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.