Psychiatric Technician (Safety) - Wellness & Rehab Focus

California Department of State Hospitals; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 65,207 - 83,320; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits: health, dental, vision,

Pension retirement with 457/401(k)

License reimbursement

Commuter reimbursement programs

Free parking

Job summary

The California Department of State Hospitals – Coalinga is accepting applications for multiple Permanent Full‑Time Psychiatric Technicians (Safety) at the Coalinga facility. The role combines custody duties with wellness and psychiatric nursing care to support patient rehabilitation and recovery in a secure, structured environment.

Ideal candidates will participate in wellness initiatives, provide basic psychiatric care, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to promote stability and

Qualifications

• Must be able to promote Wellness and Recovery and provide basic behavioral and psychiatric nursing care.
• Custody responsibilities are part of the role and support rehabilitation goals.

Responsibilities

• Promote Wellness and Recovery and provide basic behavioral and psychiatric nursing care.
• Perform custody duties as part of the safety-focused responsibilities.
• Facilitate rehabilitation of patients within the care setting.

Job description

The California Department of State Hospitals – Coalinga is accepting applications for multiple Permanent Full‑Time Psychiatric Technicians (Safety) at the Coalinga facility. The role combines custody duties with wellness and psychiatric nursing care to support patient rehabilitation and recovery in a secure, structured environment.

Ideal candidates will participate in wellness initiatives, provide basic psychiatric care, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to promote stability and