Job Description and Duties\n \nEffective July 1, 2025, in accordance with the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) was implemented. PLP 2025 requires each full-time employee in Bargaining Unit 18, and related Excluded, Exempt and Statutory Exempt employees, will have their base salary reduced by 3 percent and will receive 5 PLP 2025 leave credits monthly through June 2027. Salaries do not reflect the recent changes. Part-time employees are subject to the same conditions as full-time employees, on a prorated basis equivalent to their time-base. Permanent intermittent employees are subject to the same condition as full-time employees, based on the number of hours worked in the pay period.\n \nLimited Term 12 months; may be extended up to 24 months or become permanent.\n \nEffective May 01, 2022, employees in this class, employed within the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, and who are physically located at and assigned to the Psychiatric Inpatient Program, shall receive a pay differential equivalent to 15% of their monthly base pay.\n \nOnly employees who provide direct patient care, treating patients' in-person, on grounds or at a facility more than 50% of the pay period, are eligible for this pay differential.\n \nUnder the supervision of the Supervising Registered Nurse II/III, Correctional Facility, Unit Supervisor (Safety), or Senior Psychiatric Technician (Safety), the Psychiatric Technician (PT) (Safety) organizes and provides a basic level of general nursing and behavioral and psychiatric nursing care to patients in accordance with the Mental Health Program Guide, policies and procedures, and regulations in a variety of correctional health care settings. The PT (Safety), pursuant to the PT scope of practice and in collaboration with the health care team, ensures the delivery of appropriate and timely health care to patients. The PT (Safety) provides basic level of general nursing and behavioral and psychiatric nursing care to patients under valid authorization by a provider's order and the delegation and clinical direction of the Registered Nurse (RN), provides support to the care team for daily health care operations, and communicates effectively with patients and other members of the health care team. The PT (Safety) 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.\n \nMinimum Qualifications:\n \nPossession 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.)\n \nTo obtain list eligibility for the PSYCHIATRIC TECHNICIAN, before applying for the position, you must first take and pass the examination: CalCareers\n \nYou will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.\n \nMinimum Requirements\n \nYou will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.\n\n PSYCHIATRIC TECHNICIAN (SAFETY)\n \nAdditional Documents\n\n Job Application Package Checklist\n Duty Statement\n \nPosition Details\n \nJob Code #:\n \nJC-511903\n \nPosition #(s):\n \n095-213-8253-XXX\n \nWorking Title:\n \nPSYCHIATRIC TECHNICIAN (SAFETY) - SAN QUENTIN STATE PRISON\n \nClassification:\n \nPSYCHIATRIC TECHNICIAN (SAFETY)\n \n$6,134.00 - $7,135.00 P\n \n$6,343.00 - $7,562.00 Q\n \n$6,577.00 - $7,843.00 R\n \nNew to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.\n \n# of Positions:\n \n1\n \nWork Location:\n \nMarin County\n \nTelework:\n \nIn Office\n \nJob Type:\n \n12 Month Limited Term - Full Time\n \nFacility:\n \nSan Quentin State Prison\n \nDepartment Information\n \nThis advertisement is for a PSYCHIATRIC TECHNICIAN position located at SAN QUENTIN REHABILITATION CENTER in MARIN, CA. \n \nYou must indicate JC-511903 and position number on your application: 095-213-8253-XXX. \n \nPlease Note: Main communication for this position will be through email. Please ensure you have a valid email address on your application. \n \nSan Quentin State Prison (SQ) is California's oldest and best known correctional institution, which was established on the site currently known as Point San Quentin in July of 1852 as an answer to the rampant lawlessness in California at the time. We currently have opportunities at SQ, located in desirable Marin County just across the bay from metropolitan San Francisco. Here, you can take advantage of your new work-life balance and discover the wineries of the Napa Valley, explore the beaches of the north coast, or enjoy the many hiking and biking trails throughout the area. Whether you choose city-living in San Francisco, one of the many family-friendly suburbs in the East Bay, or the laid back lifestyle of Marin and Sonoma Counties, you're sure to find the perfect fit for you and your family. \n \nVision \n \nWe enhance public safety and promote successful community reintegration through education, treatment and active participation in rehabilitative and restorative justice programs. \n \nMission \n \nTo 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. \n \nCDCR and CCHCS strive to collaborate with the community to enhance public safety and promote successful community reintegration through education, treatment and active participation in rehabilitative and restorative justice programs. Incumbents establish and maintain cooperative working relationships within the department, other governmental agencies, health care partners, and communities. \n \nCDCR/CCHCS values all team members. We work cooperatively to provide the highest level of health care possible to a diverse correctional population, which includes medical, dental, nursing, mental health, and pharmacy. We encourage creativity and ingenuity while treating others fairly, honestly, and with respect, all of which are critical to the success of the CDCR/CCHCS mission.\n \nCommitment Statement\n \nCDCR and CCHCS are committed to transforming the correctional landscape to create safer, more professional, and more fulfilling environments for our employees, the incarcerated population, and those supervised in our communities.Through systemwide improvements grounded in proven and emerging practices, we aim to strengthen rehabilitation, enhance workplace satisfaction, and support successful reentry into the community through our institutions, parole, and community partnerships. Our shared mission is to promote safety, wellness, and human dignity while fostering positive change for all those who live and work within our institutions and communities. \n \nCDCR and CCHCS are committed to building an inclusive respectful workplace. We are determined to attract and hire candidates from all communities and empower employees from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and personal experiences. We are proud to foster inclusion and drive collaborative efforts at all levels of the Department\n \nSpecial Requirements\n\n The position(s) require(s) a Drug Screening be passed prior to being hired.\n The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.\n The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.\n The position(s) require(s) a(n) Valid CA BVNPT Psychiatric Technician License. You will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hired.\n \nDo 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. \n \nPossession 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.\n \nCandidates new to CCHCS are required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan Fingerprinting.\n \nTuberculosis (TB) testing is required for candidates new to CCHCS prior to appointment followed by department annual TB testing/evaluation thereafter.\n \nApplicants who completed their education outside of the US (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of U.S. course/degree equivalency. Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at NACES | National Association of Credential Evaluation Services.\n \nWhen submitting supporting documents, PDF file format is preferred.\n \nEmployment History on the STD 678 must be complete and include dates, accurate hours per week, total time worked, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. To prepare for the State Application process, please visit \n \nWork4CA: State Application Checklist. \n \nApplication Instructions\n \nCompleted 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. \n \nFinal Filing Date: 4/1/2026\n \nWho May Apply\n \nIndividuals 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. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s). \n \nApplications 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).\n \nHow To Apply\n \nComplete 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:\n \nAddress for Mailing Application Packages\n \nYou may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:\n \nCalifornia Correctional Health Care Services\n \nRegional Human Resources\u2013Northern\n \nAttn: Sarah Dimataris\n \nRegional Human Resources - Northern\n \nPO Box 588500, D1, Personnel\n \nElk Grove, CA 95758\n \nAddress for Drop-Off Application Packages\n \nYou may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:\n \nCalifornia Correctional Health Care Services\n \nSan Quentin State Prison\n \nTsering Wangmo\n \nCCHCS - San Quentin Medical\n \n1 Main Street\n \nSan Quentin, CA 94964\n \n08:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n \nRequired Application Package Documents\n \nThe 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: \n\n 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.\n* Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.\n \nApplicants 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.\n \nDesirable Qualifications\n \nIn 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:\n \nWillingness to create and promote an equitable and inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated and valued.\n \nBenefits\n \nBenefit information can be found on the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website, www.benefits.calhr.ca.gov/, and the CalPERS website, www.calpers.ca.gov.\n \nInformation on benefits afforded by membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System Benefit can be found on the CalHR website at www.benefits.calhr.ca.gov/state-employees/retirement/. \n \nInformation on the benefits and protections provided to public employees by the State Civil Service Act can be found on the CalHR website at www.calhr.ca.gov/about-calhr/divisions-programs/selection-division/merit-system-services-program/.\n \nThis webpage is intended to provide general information. Benefit eligibility may be based on job classification, bargaining unit, time base and length of appointment.\n \nContact Information\n \nThe Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process. \n \nHiring Unit Contact: \n \nTsering Wangmo\n \n(415) 454-1460\n \ntsering.wangmo@cdcr.ca.gov\n \nPlease 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. \n \nEEO Contact:\n \nCCHCS EEO Office\n \n(916) 691-6118\n \nCCHCS_EEO@cdcr.ca.gov\n \nCalifornia 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.\n \nAdditional Information \n \nPriority consideration will be given to Reemployment, Departmental Restriction of Appointment (DROA), State Restriction of Appointment (SROA), and Surplus candidates.\n \nAll methods of appointments may be considered.\n \nCCHCS accepts electronic applications. If interested, please submit an electronic application (STD 678) and resume through your CalCareer account at www.jobs.ca.gov. Your application must be submitted on or before the above Final Filing Date.\n \nPaper App (If unable to submit an electronic application): To apply for this position, you may submit a Standard State Application (STD 678) and resume, along with copies of your most recent performance report, college transcripts/college diploma (if applicable) and license/certification (if applicable) to the contact person listed above.\n \nPLEASE NOTE: All applicants must meet the minimum qualifications (MQ's) of the classification, per SPB Rule 250. Possession of MQs for list eligible applicants will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If it is determined an applicant does not meet MQs, the necessary steps will be taken to have the applicant's name withheld from the eligibility list.\n \nThis advertisement may be used for other Limited Term/Full-Time vacancies that may occur at this location during the life of this recruitment.\n \nResumes will be accepted in addition to the required STD. 678\n \nIt is up to the hiring authority to accept Training and Development (T&D) assignments. If you are interested in a T&D assignment, you are not required to meet MQs; however, you must indicate T&D as your eligibility when applying.\n \nThe term VAR and/or XXX in the position number indicates that multiple vacancies may exist for this classification.\n \nInterview Checklist\n \nTo prepare for the interview process, please refer to the Work4CA: Interview Checklist.\n \nEqual Opportunity Employer\n \nThe 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. \n \nIt 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. \n\n