Psychiatric Technician Trainee - SCF

Psychiatric Technician Trainee - SCF at Idaho Division of Human Resources in Blackfoot, Idaho, United States Job Description

DEDICATED TO STRENGTHENING THE HEALTH, SAFETY, AND INDEPENDENCE OF IDAHOANS

State Hospital South (SHS) - Syringa Chalet Nursing Facility is seeking a temporary Psychiatric Technician Trainee with a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) who is caring and has a passion for helping others. SHS is in beautiful Southeast Idaho, an area best known for Oregon Trail and Native American history, amazing fly fishing, towering mountain peaks with abundant wildlife and awe-inspiring geological sites. State Hospital South in Blackfoot provides psychiatric inpatient treatment and skilled nursing care for Idaho's adult citizens with the most serious and persistent mental illnesses. The hospital works in partnership with families and communities to enable clients to return to community living. State Hospital South includes 110 psychiatric adult beds and 42 skilled nursing beds. It also maintains a statewide program to restore the competency of criminal justice patients. The 42 skilled nursing beds in the Syringa Chalet Nursing Facility offer services to consumers with a history of behavioral or psychiatric illness. This position is not eligible for telework. The Idaho Department of Health & Welfare is a drug-free workplace. Any applicant offered employment in this position, will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test. In addition, the applicant will be required to complete and pass a criminal history background investigation after a conditional offer of employment. Temporary positions are limited to working 1,385 hours in a 12-month period for any one state agency. Employees are eligible for benefits if they work twenty (20) hours or more per week and the term of employment is expected to exceed five (5) continuous months. This is an ongoing announcement which means at the time applicants apply, we may or may not have an opening. Those applicants that take and pass the exam to show they meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the referral list. When a position becomes available, the hiring supervisor will then directly contact those applicants they wish to interview off the referral list.

BENEFITS

The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation and benefits package, including but not limited to: + We have one of the Nation's best state retirement systems (https://www.persi.idaho.gov/members-1/) (PERSI) that offers a lifetime benefit at retirement. + 11 paid holidays + Paid sick and vacation that begins accruing on your first day of employment; can be used immediately after accruing (no waiting time) + Paid parental leave (https://dhr.idaho.gov/information-for-state-employees/) + Medical, vision, and dental insurance benefits that become effective first of the month following your hire date. All contributions can be pre-tax (full-time/30+ hours per week) + 2 voluntary supplemental retirement plans including both pre-tax and Roth options + Deferred compensation plan + Life insurance for self, spouse, and children + Short and long-term disability insurance + Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) + Wide variety of training opportunities + Some positions offer flexible hours and/or telecommuting + Additional perks and discounts (https://www.regence.com/producer/tools-for-members/advantages-discounts) available through medical provider + Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligibility (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service) + Employee assistance program Additional information related to benefits and/or State programs can be found here: https://dhr.idaho.gov/StateEmployees/Benefits.html.•

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

+ Provide personal care for patients. + Provide group and/or individual services in psychosocial treatment, disturbed behavior management, record keeping, environmental management, and patient care. + Maintain the safety of patients/residents, including involvement in emergencies such as fire evacuations. Interact with patients/residents to encourage appropriate behavior and to control aggressive behavior. + Interact with patients/residents to provide social skills training in areas such as social interaction; leisure time activity; planning and decision making; and money management. + Take, record and report vital signs, sleep and diet patterns. Identity and report changes in residents' behaviors and health. Maintain residents progress records. + Intervene in crisis or potentially harmful situations by using specific early intervention techniques and/or physical restraining techniques. + Intervene in crisis or potentially harmful situations by using specific early intervention techniques and/or physical restraining techniques. + Assist and/or support unsteady ambulatory adults of varying weights. + Lift and transfer patients/residents; lift and carry items weighing approximately 50 pounds. + Respond to emergency situations such as fire evacuation or the administration of first aid and/or CPR.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

You must possess all the minimum and specialty minimum qualifications below to pass the exam for this position. Please make sure your resume or work history supports your meeting the minimum and specialty qualifications for this position. Failure to do this may disqualify you from being considered for this position. It is highly recommended to attach a one-page cover letter to your application to demonstrate how you meet the requirements below. + Some knowledge of personal hygiene and first aid. Typically gained by at least two months experience performing these functions OR a willingness to learn. + At least six months of experience following written and oral instructions. + Ability to read and write in English.

SPECIALTY MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

+ Requires possession of a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certificate. Learn About a Career with DHW (https://healthandwelfare.idaho.gov/about-dhw/dhw-careers) •

PLEASE NOTE

application assistance is not available after the business hours listed below, on the weekends, or on holidays and you must apply before 11:59 pm on the closing date. When applying, use CHROME as your browser to avoid complications. If you have questions, please contact us at: Email is the quickest way to get an answer to your questions. (answered Monday through Friday during business hours MST)

EMAIL:

dhwjobs@dhw.idaho.gov

PHONE:

(208) 334-0681

EEO/ADA/Veteran:

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws. The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (

TTY/TTD:

711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov. Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.

Job Posting:

JC291411976

Posted On:

May 06, 2026

Updated On:

May 07, 2026