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PSYCHIATRIC TECHNICIAN

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What they do

A Mental Health or Psychiatric Technician cares for patients with mental illnesses. Works under the direction of a physician and works with specialists involved in mental health care, such as psychiatrists and therapists. Monitors patient symptoms and administers medications. Works in a mental health facility or in a hospital or other healthcare facility.

$45,827 / year median in California

+22% projected growth

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Job Description

PSYCHIATRIC TECHNICIAN
Department of Developmental Services
  • Canyon Springs Community State Facility
JC-523175
  • PSYCHIATRIC
TECHNICIAN
PSYCHIATRIC
TECHNICIAN
$5,843.00
  • $7,466.
00 per Month New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
Final Filing Date:
Until Filled Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) Job Description and Duties
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES
Provides basic and general behavioral training and implements procedures and techniques that are used in the care, treatment, and rehabilitation of individuals with developmental disability in a resident setting following established standards, policies and procedures and federal and state licensing regulations. This position requires that the incumbent work cooperatively with others, demonstrate good judgment, and maintain consistent, regular and reliable attendance.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Follow safe practices, and maintain a safe and therapeutic environment which ensures respect, dignity and protects privacy rights, confidentiality and physical/emotional well-being of all individuals. Must be able to work overtime and various shifts as well as float to other worksites. Will be required to work weekends and holidays. Effective October 1, 2025, State employees are subject to a salary reduction of three (3) percent in exchange for five (5) hours per month of the Personal Leave. You will find additional information about the job in the . Working Conditions On-going interaction with residents. Potential exposure to communicable diseases, blood-borne pathogens, medicinal preparations and other conditions common to a clinical nursing environment. Will be required to work weekends and Holidays. Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
PSYCHIATRIC TECHNICIAN
Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist Position Details Job Code #:
JC-523175
Position #(s): 472-108-8232-XXX
Working Title:
PSYCHIATRIC TECHNICIAN
Classification:
PSYCHIATRIC TECHNICIAN
$5,843.00
  • $6,797.00 S $6,040.00
  • $7,203.00 T $6,261.00
  • $7,466.
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:
Multiple
Work Location:
Riverside County
Telework:
In Office
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time Department Information Canyon Springs is located in Cathedral City, Riverside County, 110 miles southeast of Los Angeles in the Coachella Valley. Recreation/cultural attractions include golf, tennis, desert preserves, parks, rock climbing, hiking, biking, museums, art galleries, and theater. Next door is well-known city of Palm Springs. Although known as a winter resort area, increasing numbers are making the Coachella Valley their year-round home. There are schools and shopping nearby.
Facility Website:
http://www.dds.ca.gov/CanyonSprings/Index.cfm
Department Website:
http://www.dds.ca.gov Special Requirements The position(s) require(s) a Drug Screening be passed prior to being hired. The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired. The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.
  • This position(s) requires a Psychiatric Technician License.
 A medical examiniation is required. Application Instructions Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date:
Until Filled