What are the responsibilities and job description for the PSYCHIATRIC TECHNICIAN ASSISTANT (SAFETY) position at California Department of State Hospitals?
Position Details
Job Code #:
JC-509751
Position #(s):
480-000-8236-XXX
Working Title:
Program Placement
Classification:
PSYCHIATRIC TECHNICIAN ASSISTANT (SAFETY)
$3,201.00 - $4,360.00
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions:
Multiple
Work Location:
Napa County
Telework:
In Office
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Facility:
Department of State Hospitals - Napa
Job Description And Duties
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
Please let us know how you learned about this career opportunity by taking the brief survey that follows: DSH Recruitment Survey
The Department of State Hospitals – Napa is currently accepting applications for Psychiatric Technician Assistants (Safety) for “Selection” for anticipated Permanent, full time positions for program placement. Positions and shift availability are limited. Experience is preferred. A current Certified Nurse Assistant Certification number must be included on page 2 of the application.
Applications may be screened and only the most competitive will be invited for an interview. Positions will be filled based upon budget approval.
Please note: if you will need to take and pass an examination for Psychiatric Technician Assistant (Safety) to establish list eligibility please go to the link below:
6PB30.PDF (ca.gov)
This advertisement may be used to fill multiple vacancies and will run until filled with the following cutoff dates: 3/31/2026, 4/30/2026, 5/29/2026 and 6/30/2026.
Applications received after a cut-off date will be processed for the next cut-off.
To ensure that your application will be considered for this recruitment the following items are required:
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
Job Code #:
JC-509751
Position #(s):
480-000-8236-XXX
Working Title:
Program Placement
Classification:
PSYCHIATRIC TECHNICIAN ASSISTANT (SAFETY)
$3,201.00 - $4,360.00
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions:
Multiple
Work Location:
Napa County
Telework:
In Office
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Facility:
Department of State Hospitals - Napa
Job Description And Duties
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
Please let us know how you learned about this career opportunity by taking the brief survey that follows: DSH Recruitment Survey
The Department of State Hospitals – Napa is currently accepting applications for Psychiatric Technician Assistants (Safety) for “Selection” for anticipated Permanent, full time positions for program placement. Positions and shift availability are limited. Experience is preferred. A current Certified Nurse Assistant Certification number must be included on page 2 of the application.
Applications may be screened and only the most competitive will be invited for an interview. Positions will be filled based upon budget approval.
Please note: if you will need to take and pass an examination for Psychiatric Technician Assistant (Safety) to establish list eligibility please go to the link below:
6PB30.PDF (ca.gov)
This advertisement may be used to fill multiple vacancies and will run until filled with the following cutoff dates: 3/31/2026, 4/30/2026, 5/29/2026 and 6/30/2026.
Applications received after a cut-off date will be processed for the next cut-off.
To ensure that your application will be considered for this recruitment the following items are required:
- You must complete the STD. 678 Employment Application in its entirety and include, Psychiatric Technician Assistant (Safety) – JC 509751 ” in the “Job Title(s)” section of the application.
- All of your personal information, including telephone number and email address must be completed on the STD 678.
- Duties Performed and Supervisor’s name and Contact information must be completed on the STD 678 -Incomplete applications will not be considered .
- Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of information provided on the STD. 678.
- Possession of a valid certificate issued by the California Department of Health Services to practice as a Certified Nursing Assistant.
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
Salary : $3,201 - $4,360