PRE-LICENSED PSYCHIATRIC TECHNICIAN (SAFETY)

California Department of State Hospitals; Napa (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The California Department of State Hospitals – Napa is accepting applications for full time, limited term (9 months) Pre-Licensed Psychiatric Technicians (PLPT) vacancies.

PLPTs will support Napa Registry Pool with duties related to escorting patients to and from on grounds clinics, Family Visitors Center, Community Hospital, Program/Unit and Central Staffing Office coverage.

For more information, contact Evan Bernardino, Nursing Coordinator at [phone].

Qualifications

• Completion of a Psychiatric Technician training program accredited by BVNPTE.
• Experience or training in patient escort duties and hospital staffing procedures.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients to and from on-grounds clinics, Family Visitors Center, Community Hospital, and Program/Unit.
• Provide coverage for Central Staffing Office and related units as needed.

Job description

Job Title

PRE-LICENSED PSYCHIATRIC TECHNICIAN (SAFETY)

Classification

PRE-LICENSED PSYCHIATRIC TECHNICIAN (SAFETY)

Job Details

• Job Code #: JC-529822
• Position #(s): 480-000-8254-XXX
• # of Positions: 1
• Work Location: Napa County
• Telework: In Office
• Job Type: 9 Month Limited Term - Full Time
• Facility: Department of State Hospitals - Napa
• Salary: $3,560.00 - $4,440.00 (New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.)

Job Description and Duties

The Department of State Hospitals- Napa, Registry Department is currently accepting applications for full time, limited term (9 months) Pre-Licensed Psychiatric Technicians (PLPT) vacancies.

We are seeking PLPT(S) who are committed to supporting Napa Registry Pool with duties related to escorting patients to and from on grounds clinics, Family Visitors Center, Community Hospital, Program/Unit and Central Staffing Office coverage.

For more information, please contact Evan.Bernardino, Nursing Coordinator at [phone]

Positions will be filled based upon budget approval. This advertisement may be used to fill multiple vacancies and will run until filled with the following cutoff dates: 9/30/2026, 10/30/2026, 11/30/2026 and 12/30/2026.

Requirements

• You must complete the STD. 678 Employment Application in its entirety and include, " PRE - Licensed Psychiatric Technician - JC# 529822 " 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
• Completion of a Psychiatric Technician training program accredited by the BVNPTE.

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