Correctional Psychiatric Technician (Safety)

California Correctional Health Care Services; Corcoran (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

California Correctional Health Care Services is seeking a Psychiatric Technician (Safety) for the Substance Abuse Treatment Facility in Kings County. The role involves providing basic general nursing and behavioral psychiatric care under supervision, collaborating with the health care team, and supporting daily operations.

You must hold a BVNPTE license, and applicants nearing completion may sit for the exam but must obtain the license before appointment.

Qualifications

• Possession 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 must secure this license before appointment.

Responsibilities

• Provide a basic level of general nursing and behavioral/psychiatric care to patients.
• Collaborate with the health care team to ensure timely, appropriate care.
• Support daily health care operations and effective communication with patients and staff.

Education

BVNPTE Psychiatric Technician license

Job description

California Correctional Health Care Services is seeking a Psychiatric Technician (Safety) for the Substance Abuse Treatment Facility in Kings County. The role involves providing basic general nursing and behavioral psychiatric care under supervision, collaborating with the health care team, and supporting daily operations.

You must hold a BVNPTE license, and applicants nearing completion may sit for the exam but must obtain the license before appointment.