PSYCHIATRIC TECHNICIAN ASSISTANT (SAFETY)

Multiple permanent, intermittent positions available at the Department of State Hospitals - Napa in Napa County. Employees work up to 1,500 hours per fiscal year and must meet minimum shift requirements: twelve 8-hour shifts per calendar month (at least six on weekends), three major holidays, and three high-need days per year.

About the role

The Psychiatric Technician Assistant (Safety) supports the DSH-Napa Registry Pool by escorting patients to and from on-grounds clinics, the Family Visitors Center, community hospitals, and providing coverage for programs/units and the Central Staffing Office.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients to and from on-grounds clinics, Family Visitors Center, and community hospitals.
• Provide coverage for programs, units, and the Central Staffing Office.
• Work a minimum of twelve 8-hour shifts per calendar month, including at least six weekend shifts.
• Work three major holidays and three high-need days per calendar year.

Requirements

• Complete the STD 678 Employment Application in its entirety, including job title, duties performed, and supervisor’s contact information.
• Provide a copy of a valid Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certificate issued by the California Department of Public Health.

Pay

$18.46 - $25.15 per hour. New state candidates will be hired at the minimum salary of the classification or the minimum of the alternate range when applicable.

Schedule

• Permanent, intermittent position with up to 1,500 hours per fiscal year.
• Shift requirements include weekends, major holidays, and high-need days.

About the department

Founded in 1875, Napa State Hospital is the only state hospital in Northern California for individuals with severe mental illness. It is a low to moderate security facility with a capacity of 1,362 patients, located on a 138-acre campus. The staff is dedicated to delivering high-quality, cost-effective, and professional services in an environment that promotes continuous improvement in mental health treatment.

Department of State Hospitals website