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Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary salary reductions in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) accruals.
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The Department of State Hospitals- Napa, Registry Department is currently accepting applications for Permanent, Intermittent Psychiatric Technician Assistants(S) (PTA) vacancies. We are seeking PTA(S) who are committed to supporting DSH-Napa Registry Pool with duties related to escorting patients to and from on grounds clinics, Family Visitors Center, Community hospital, Program/Unit and Central Staffing Office coverage. Permanent, Intermittent employees work up to 1500 hours per fiscal year. In order to maintain a position in the Registry all permanent, intermittent employees are required to work a minimum of: Twelve (12) 8-hour shifts per calendar month at least six (6) of which must be weekend shifts; Three (3) major holidays and three (3) high need days per calendar year must be worked (requirements are defined in registry guidelines). These minimum requirements are based on current operational need and may be subject to change.
Applications may be screened and only the most competitive will be invited for an interview. For more information, please contact Evan Bernardino, Nursing Coordinator at (707) 254-2446.
This advertisement may be used to fill multiple vacancies and will run until filled with the following cut off dates: 6/30/2026, 7/29/2026, 8/29/2026 AND 9/30/2026.
Position will be filled based upon budget approval.
To ensure that your application will be considered for this recruitment the following items are required:

• You must complete the STD 678 EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION in its entirety. Include " PSYCHIATRIC TECHNICIAN ASSISTANT (SAFETY), JC 52000 " in the "JOB TITLE(S)" section of the application.
• Duties Performed and Supervisor's name and Contact information must be completed on the STD 678 - Incomplete applications will not be considered .
• Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of information provided on the STD. 678
• A copy of a valid CNA certificate issued by the California Department of Health Services.

Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• PSYCHIATRIC TECHNICIAN ASSISTANT (SAFETY)

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-520000
Position #(s):
480-000-8236-XXX
Working Title:
PSYCHIATRIC TECHNICIAN ASSISTANT (SAFETY)
Classification:
PSYCHIATRIC TECHNICIAN ASSISTANT (SAFETY) $18.46 - $25.15
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:
Napa County
Telework:
In Office
Job Type:
Permanent Intermittent - 1500 Hours
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.
Department Website: https://www.dsh.ca.gov
Special Requirements In July 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025. This program temporarily reduces employees' monthly base pay in exchange for paid leave credits. This position is subject to PLP 2025 and will have a monthly base pay reduction of 3% in exchange for 5 hours of leave credits through June 2027. The salary ranges shown on this job posting do not reflect the salary reduction.
Please note: if you will need to take and pass an examination for Psychiatric Technician Assistant (Safety) to establish list eligibility please go to the link below:
6PB30.PDF (ca.gov)
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
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: Exam/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
Exam/Hiring Unit
2100 Napa/Vallejo Hwy.
Napa , CA 94558
08:00 AM - 05:00 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.
Benefits Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website: https://www.dsh.ca.gov
Human Resources Contact:
Joy Patricio
(707) 253-5634
Joy.Patricio@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.