Psychiatric Care Technician Part-time

Title: Psychiatric Care Technician Part-time

State Role Title: 49053

Hiring Range: $20.74 hourly

Pay Band: 3

Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop

Location: Comm Ctr for Child & Adoles

Agency Website: https://ccca.dbhds.virginia.gov/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

If you have a strong desire to help children in crisis, and are looking for a position that offers flexibility, this position might be right for you! *We are looking to fill 1st shift (7 am to 3:30 pm) and 2nd shift (3 pm to 11:30 pm).*

The Commonwealth Center for Children & Adolescents (CCCA) is seeking applicants who are interested in a part-time PCT position.

CCCA is a 48-bed facility and is Virginia’s only public acute care psychiatric hospital for patients 17 and under. We are located in the heart of the beautiful Shenandoah Valley and conveniently located at the crossroads of I-64 and I-81. https://visitstaunton.com

Our mission is to provide high quality acute psychiatric evaluation, crisis stabilization, and intensive short-term treatment that empowers children and their families to make developmentally appropriate choices and that strengthens children’s hope, resilience and self-esteem.

No experience is necessary. All training is provided by experienced qualified staff.

The Duties For This PCT Position Include

Supervising patients both in groups and 1:1 as directed by nursing and clinical staff Ensuring the safety and well being of patients at all times, including those that are aggressive and/or self-injurious Planning and participating in group and individual activities with patients Supporting patients that are upset and/or aggressive using approved positive therapeutic techniques Assisting assigned patients with activities of daily living such as eating and bathing, etc. Documenting changes in the patient’s behavior, vital signs, sleep pattern, food intake, hygiene, etc.

The Commonwealth Of Virginia Offers a Robust Compensation Including

Flexible schedules working 1-3 days per week and some weekend & holidays.

Shift differentials ranging from $2.25to $3.00

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Additional Considerations

CNA License Experience in a mental health setting Coursework or degree in human service field Demonstrated experience with children and/or adolescents Experience in a healthcare setting or related field bilingual veteran

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Wage positions are paid an hourly rate, are not eligible for benefits, and cannot work over 1500 hours in a year.

The Commonwealth Center for Children & Adolescents (CCCA) only accepts online applications via PAGEUP. Resumes and other documents may accompany the application but will not serve as a substitute for an application. Faxed, e-mailed or mailed applications will not be accepted. Please refer to your PAGEUP account for the status of your application and this position. This posting will remain open for a minimum of five (5) business days.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact Human Resources at 540-332-2116 for assistance. Minorities, Individuals with disabilities, Veterans, and people with National Service experience are encouraged to apply. EEO/AA/TTY.

CCCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment opportunities are open to all regardless of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics or disability.

DBHDS is a healthcare organization and must comply with the federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (federal CMS) guidance on Omnibus COVID-19 Health Care staff Vaccination Regulation which requires vaccination of all employees or an exemption. A job offer of employment is contingent upon the candidate meeting these guidelines as a condition of employment.

Contact Information

Name: Samantha Leep

Phone: 540-332-8306

Email: samantha.leep@dbhd.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.