Psychiatric Technician (2305) - DPH - H00038

Sf Hrc; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in public health is seeking dedicated Psychiatric Technicians to join their team. In this rewarding role, you will provide essential nursing care and therapeutic procedures to support individuals facing mental health challenges. Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, you will engage in crisis intervention, motivate patients towards independence, and create a safe and therapeutic environment. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community while working in a supportive and inclusive atmosphere. If you are passionate about mental health and committed to advancing equity and diversity, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Possession of a valid Psychiatric Technicians license is required.
• CPR certification must be obtained within two weeks of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to mentally ill patients under supervision.
• Implement therapeutic activities and assist with daily living tasks.
• Motivate patients towards independence and document care.

Skills

Psychiatric Nursing Care

Crisis Intervention

Patient Observation

Therapeutic Activities

Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration

Education

Valid Psychiatric Technicians License

CPR Certification

Job description

Psychiatric Technician (2305) - DPH - H00038

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Department: Public Health
Job class: 2305-Psychiatric Technician
Salary range: $87,620.00 - $106,496.00
Role type: Permanent Civil Service
Hours: Full-time
Exam type: Continuous
List type: Entrance

About:

The Department of Public Health prioritizes equitable and inclusive access to quality healthcare for its community and values the importance of diversity in its workforce. All employees at the Department of Public Health work to advance equity, inclusion, and diversity with a specific lens and focus on race, ethnicity, gender, sex, sexuality, disability, and immigration status.

The Department of Public Health is accepting applications for multiple positions at all DPH facilities, including Zuckerberg San Francisco General and Laguna Honda.

Under the direction of a licensed physician, registered nurse, or clinical supervisor, the Psychiatric Technician performs responsible nursing and therapeutic procedures in the care and treatment of severely and persistently mentally ill and emotionally disturbed patients. The Psychiatric Technician works closely with an interdisciplinary team consisting of Primary MD, Nurses, Social Workers, and Occupational Therapists. Essential functions include but are not limited to:

• Gives a basic level of general and psychiatric nursing care to mentally ill patients; works with an interdisciplinary treatment team to provide an overall treatment program for the patient.
• Under supervision, may perform nursing procedures such as administering medications and treatments, including oral medications, injections, and enemas; observes patients’ condition and behavior; reports significant changes to supervisor or physician and documents care and/or treatments in nursing progress notes on patients.
• Helps to create a safe and therapeutic environment for patients and recognizes early symptoms/signs of escalation and at-risk behavior; uses appropriate interventions including crisis intervention and verbal de-escalation.
• Implements therapeutic activities and documents patient participation; assists rehabilitation therapists in occupational and recreational therapies for patients.
• Motivates patients to develop independence in performing activities of daily living; assists patients with feeding, clothing, and toileting.
• Receives visitors and encourages their interest in the patients' wellbeing and treatment plan; escorts patients on the facility premises and to and from the community.
• Participates in the discharge process.

Nature of Positions: Positions may require considerable physical effort in controlling or restraining violent clients, with continuous exposure to conditions which may result in accidents or injuries.

How to qualify

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants must meet the minimum qualification requirement by the final filing date unless otherwise noted.

• LICENSE: Possession of a valid Psychiatric Technicians license issued by the California Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians.

Condition of Employment: Possession of a valid Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certificate issued by the American Heart Association is required as a provision to employment for all positions. Candidates must obtain the certificate within two (2) weeks of hire date and maintain validity throughout length of employment.

What else should I know?

Minimum Qualification Supplemental Questionnaire: Candidates will be prompted to complete a Supplemental Questionnaire as part of the online employment application. This questionnaire is designed to obtain specific information regarding an applicant's experience in relation to the Minimum Qualifications for this position.

Training and Experience Evaluation: Candidates will be prompted to complete a Supplemental Questionnaire designed to measure knowledge, skills, and/or abilities in job-related areas critical for satisfactory performance in this position.

HOW TO APPLY: Applications for City and County of San Francisco jobs are only accepted through an online process. Visit careers.sf.gov and begin the application process.

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT: All City and County of San Francisco employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment.

The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities, and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.