Description
Psychiatric Technician (Safety) – Department of State Hospitals
Salary: $5,673 – $7,249/month
Location: Multiple Locations Available
Make a Difference in California – Join the Department of State Hospitals Team!
Are you passionate about improving lives and contributing to a safer, healthier California? The Department of State Hospitals – Metropolitan is hiring multiple full-time, permanent Psychiatric Technicians (Safety) to provide care and support to forensic, LPS, and medically fragile patients. This is your opportunity to make a lasting impact in a role that offers purpose, stability, and growth.
Why Choose DSH – Metropolitan?
Mission-Driven Work: Support the treatment and rehabilitation of patients in a secure hospital setting.
Supportive Culture: Join a team-oriented environment where camaraderie, respect, and empowerment are foundational values.
Growth & Development: Access to structured training, ongoing support, and annual merit-based salary increases.
Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy full medical, dental, vision, pension, and optional 457/401k plans.
What You’ll Do:
Deliver patient-centered, compassionate psychiatric and behavioral care.
Assist in rehabilitation efforts to help patients progress toward recovery.
Collaborate in planning, evaluating, and implementing nursing care strategies.
Rotate through various units/shifts based on hospital needs.
What We’re Looking For:
Valid Psychiatric Technician license issued by the BVNPTE (or be within 4 months of completing an accredited program).
Minimum Eligibility Requirements:
Applicants must meet one of the following:
Hold permanent civil service status
Be reachable on an employment list
Have transfer or reinstatement eligibility
Or: Take and pass the examination
Learn About LEAP!
Are you a person with a disability seeking a career in state service? The Limited Examination and Appointment Program (LEAP) offers an alternative, merit-based path into civil service exclusively for individuals with disabilities.
LEAP Process Overview:
Create a CalCareers Account.
Get LEAP certified through the California Department of Rehabilitation.
Take a LEAP MQ Assessment for the classification(s) you are interested in via the Exam Bulletins.
Apply for vacant positions.
Participate in an interview process and demonstrate that you are the most qualified person for the job.
If selected, complete a Job Examination Period (JEP).
Upon a successful completion of the JEP, you’re hired!
How to Apply:
To learn more and to apply, please visit: https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHRPublic/Search/JobSearchResults.aspx#kw=Psychiatric%20Technician&depid=190
