Job Posting:

Senior Psychiatric Technician (Safety) DSH

• Napa Program 2 Department of State Hospitals

JC-533530

Senior Psychiatric Technician (Safety) DSH

• Napa Program 2 SENIOR

PSYCHIATRIC TECHNICIAN

(SAFETY) $6,638.00

• $8,733.

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:

10/6/2026

Application Methods:

Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) By Mail Drop-off Print Job Save Job Job Description and Duties You must have list eligiblity 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 Nathan.

Reid@dsh.ca.gov or (707) 253-5779. To ensure that your application will be considered for this recruitment the following items are required: You must complete the

STD. 678

Employment Application Duties performed and Supervisor's name and Contact information must be completed on the STD 678.

• Incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Submit with your application a current copy of your Psychiatric Technician license issued BVNPTE. Per

CCR 249.3

may be used to fill subsequent vacancies. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement . 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 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 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. The position(s) require(s) a(n) Psych Tech license issued by BVNPTE License. You will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hired. You must have list eligiblity 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 Application Instructions Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. 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:

10/6/2026 Who May Apply Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s). How To Apply Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.

CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below: Address for Mailing Application Packages You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to: Department of State Hospitals Department of State Hospitals

• Napa Attn:

  HR
• Hiring Unit 2100 Napa/Vallejo Hwy. Napa, CA 94558 Address for Drop-Off Application Packages You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at: Department of State Hospitals Department of State Hospitals
• Napa HR
• Hiring Unit 2100 Napa/Vallejo Hwy. Napa, CA 94558 07:00 AM
• 04:00 PM Required Application Package Documents The following items are required to be submitted with your application.

Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job: Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.

CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position. Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting. Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate: Applicant Survey Please let us know how you learned about this career opportunity by taking the brief survey that follows: Recruitment Survey Do not include any confidential information on any documents (i.e., application, resume, or transcripts) you submit for this job vacancy. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents include but is not limited to: Social Security Number (SSN), birthday and/or age, photos, student/other ID number, driver's license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, exam results, LEAP status, and marital status. Confidential information submitted via a CalCareers Account (electronic application) is automatically redacted upon submission.

• Although paper applications are still accepted, you are highly encouraged to apply online via CalCareers
• Benefits Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website Other benefits include: Free Parking On-site childcare Electric Vehicle charging stations Beautiful walking trails and access to parks On-site exercise facility Contact Information The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process.

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.

Department Website:

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

Human Resources Contact:

Tess Oracion (707) 253-5756 Teresita.

Oracion@dsh.ca.gov

Hiring Unit Contact:

Nathan Reid (707) 253-5779 nathan.reid@dsh.ca.gov Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:

Tiffani Emerson Morris (707) 253-5562 Tiffani.

EmersonMorris@dsh.ca.gov

California Relay Service:

1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device. Equal Opportunity Employer The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.