PSYCHIATRIC TECHNICIAN (SAFETY)

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-505019

Position #(s):

480-000-8253-XXX

Working Title:

PSYCHIATRIC TECHNICIAN (SAFETY)

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:

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 follow s: DSH Recruitment Survey

The Department of State Hospitals - Napa is accepting applications for multiple Permanent-Full time vacancies to the Psychiatric Technician (Safety) classification. The vacancies exist in various Programs within the Hospital. Positions and shift availability are limited. Experience is preferred, but not required. For more information, please contact Fe Naguit, at (707) 253-5026.

Please be certain that your application package is thorough and completely describes your work experience. SROA & Surplus Employees are encouraged to apply and will receive first consideration. Only the most qualified candidates that are reachable on the Certification List or eligible for lateral transfer will be scheduled for a hiring interview.

Position will be filled based upon budget approval.

Please attach a copy of your license with your application. Applications may be screened and only the most competitive will be invited for an interview.

This advertisement may be used to fill multiple vacancies and will run until filled with the following cutoff dates: 2/27/2026, 3/31/2026, 4/30/2026, 5/29/2026 and 06/30/2026.

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. Include “ PSYCHIATRIC TECHNICIAN (SAFETY), JC -505019 ” in the “JOB TITLE(S)” section of the application.
• 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 license to practice as a Psychiatric Technician issued by the BVNPTE.
• To take the Psychiatric Technician (Safety) Examination go to CalCareers
  
  

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

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

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