SENIOR PSYCHIATRIC TECHNICIAN (SAFETY)

California Department of State Hospitals; Napa (CA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

California Department of State Hospitals – Napa is seeking a Senior Psychiatric Technician (Safety) for Program 2 in Napa County. Position is full-time, permanent, in-office with a focus on safety and patient care within a high-acuity psychiatric setting.

The role requires strong nursing process skills, rapid analysis of behavioral and medical emergencies, and collaboration with the treatment team, Unit Supervisors and clinics to meet patient needs.

Qualifications

• List eligibility is required to apply and is separate from vacancy.
• SPT EXAM LINK: CalCareers

Responsibilities

• Strong understanding of the nursing process and ability to analyze and respond to behavioral and medical emergencies.
• Communicate effectively with treatment team, Unit Supervisor, clinics and other departments to meet patient needs.
• Must be able to quickly analyze and respond to emergencies.

Job description

Senior Psychiatric Technician (Safety) DSH - Napa Program 2

Classification

SENIOR PSYCHIATRIC TECHNICIAN (SAFETY)

Position Details

• Job Code #: JC-533530
• Position #(s): 480-022-8252-327
• Working Title: Senior Psychiatric Technician (Safety) DSH - Napa Program 2
• Classification: SENIOR PSYCHIATRIC TECHNICIAN (SAFETY)
• $6,638.00 - $7,730.00 S
• $6,927.00 - $8,320.00 T
• $7,237.00 - $8,733.00 U
• New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
• # of Positions: 1
• Work Location: Napa County
• Telework: In Office
• Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
• Facility: Department of State Hospitals - Napa

Job Description And Duties

You must have list eligibility in order to apply for this position. Establishing list eligibility is a separate process from applying for the vacancy. The direct link to the exam is below:

SPT EXAM LINK: CalCareers

Program 2 has an open position for Senior Psychiatric Technician full time permanent position. Candidates should have a strong understanding of the nursing process and the ability to quickly analyze and respond to both behavioral and medical emergencies. Must also be able to effectively communicate with treatment team members, Unit Supervisor, clinics and other departments to meet the needs of the patients.

For questions please contact Nathan Reid, Nursing Coordinator at [e-mail] or [phone].

Per CCR 249.3 may be used to fill subsequent vacancies.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

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.

Effective July 1, 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) which reduces an employee's monthly salary in exchange for leave credits. Employees appointed to this classification will have their monthly salary reduced and will accrue hours of PLP 2025 on the first day of each pay period in accordance with the applicable bargaining contract. The salary range(s) included on this job posting do not reflect the reduction in pay.

Department Website: http://www.dsh.ca.gov/napa