Psychiatric Technician (Safety) - California State Prison Job at California Correctional Health Care Services, Los Angeles, CA

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  • California Correctional Health Care Services
  • Los Angeles, CA

Job Description

Psychiatric Technician

Do you have a passion for advancing mental health care? California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS)/California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) is seeking dedicated professionals, like you, to provide compassionate care to our diverse patient population.

$71,460 - $91,380 annual salary

Psychiatric Technicians providing care within one of our Psychiatric Inpatient Units receive an additional 15% Stipend of Base Pay

Working in a collaborative, multidisciplinary setting, you will:

  • Provide a basic level of psychiatric and general nursing care.
  • Observe patients’ physical condition and behavior and report significant changes.
  • Participate in the development of treatment plans.
  • Update and maintain patients’ medical records.
  • Assist rehabilitation therapists with occupational, recreational, vocational, and educational therapy programs.

You must possess a valid license to practice as a Psychiatric Technician issued by the Board of Vocational Nurse and Psychiatric Technician Examiners (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.

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 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.

We currently have opportunities available throughout California, which means you’re sure to find the perfect fit.

To apply please click here.

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