Mental Health Technician — On‑Call (RN/LVN/PT)

Sacramento County; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Sacramento County is seeking a qualified candidate for a mental health support role, assisting professional staff in providing services to individuals with mental health needs. The role may be permanent or intermittent, requiring a valid California license as a Psychiatric Technician, Registered Nurse, or Vocational Nurse.

The ideal candidate should have strong communication skills, the ability to work under stress, and a commitment to providing compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Possession of a valid California license.
• Fluency in a language other than English may be required.
• Willingness to work irregular hours, holidays, and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assist professional staff in coordinating mental health services.
• Establish effective working relationships with clients and families.
• Recognize changes in patients' conditions.

Skills

Basic social and psychological needs

Ability to administer medications

Effective communication skills

Ability to work in stressful situations

Education

California license as Psychiatric Technician/Registered Nurse/Vocational Nurse

Job description

Sacramento County is seeking a qualified candidate for a mental health support role, assisting professional staff in providing services to individuals with mental health needs. The role may be permanent or intermittent, requiring a valid California license as a Psychiatric Technician, Registered Nurse, or Vocational Nurse.

The ideal candidate should have strong communication skills, the ability to work under stress, and a commitment to providing compassionate care.