PSYCHIATRIC TECHNICIAN
Company: US Department of Health and Human Services
Location: Hemet
Posted on: November 5, 2024
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Job Description:
Summary Position is located in a Youth Regional Treatment
Center. The YRTC provides residential substance abuse and alcohol
treatment to eligible American Indian and Alaska Native youth in
order to find healthy directions in life. The purpose of the
position is to provide non-professional care for those patients
with mental conditions under the supervision of the Clinical
Director. The technician utilizes scientific and technical
expertise, and manual skills to provide care and training for
patients. Duties Functions as a member of a multidisciplinary
treatment team. Under the leadership of the Clinical Psychologist,
assists in the treatment of patients with adjustment disorders,
oppositional and non-compliant behavior, attention deficit
disorders, anxiety disorders and phobias, eating disorders,
elimination disorders, school-related problems, developmental
delay, pervasive developmental disorders, childhood psychosis and
affective disorders, abuse and other trauma, and supports the
psychological management of medical problems. Prepares and
administers prescribed medications orally and intramuscularly per
physician's orders. Recognizes emergency situations, responds
promptly, and institutes appropriate action (initiates
resuscitation measures in the event of cardio-pulmonary arrest).
Provides month end, or ad hoc, reports and all other mandatory
reports to the Milieu Coordinator and the Health Systems
Administrator. Responsible for integrating all client information
and updating the Master Treatment Plan for clients. Document
clients' progress in the chart using notation and format designated
in the YRTC policies and procedures, ensuring entries are made on
completion of assessment, and upon implementation of the treatment
plan. Requirements Conditions of Employment Must pass
pre-employment examination.
Selectee may be subject to a probationary period
U.S. Citizenship is required
Selective Service Registration is required for males born after
12/31/1959
Valid Driver's License is required.
Rotating shift is required, including days, nights, weekends, and
holidays.
This is a designated position covered by Public Law 101-630,
requiring contact or control over Indian children. Due to this
requirement, the agency must ensure that persons hired for these
positions have not been found guilty of or pleaded nolo contendere
or guilty to certain crimes.
Measles and Rubella immunization required for selectees born after
1957 and seasonal influenza immunization is required for all staff
working in Indian Health Service health care facilities.
The selected individual is required to obtain and maintain medical
staff clinical privileges, including any licensure requirements. If
privileges are not obtained or maintained during employment, the
employee will be subject to adverse actions, up to and including
removal from Federal service.
On-call hours or standby duty may be required.
Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To
learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and
responsibilities, visit .
Background Investigation: If you are selected for this vacancy, you
must undergo a pre-employment fingerprint check and background
investigation. Fingerprint results and background investigation
documentation must be cleared prior to hire. After you begin your
employment, your continued employment is contingent upon the
outcome of a complete background investigation as determined by the
sensitivity level of your position. The investigation must find
that you are suitable for Federal employment in your position. If
you are found not suitable, you will be terminated after you begin
work. If you make a false statement in any part of your
application, you may not be hired; you may be fired after you begin
work; or subject to possible criminal charges. You may be subject
to a credit check as a part of the background investigation
process. Qualifications To qualify for this position, your resume
must state sufficient experience and/or education, to perform the
duties of the specific position for which you are applying.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including
volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace
Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional;
philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; social). You will
receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer
and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and
responsibilities in each position held and the total number of
hours per week.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) year of specialized
experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the
Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector
performing the following type of work and/or tasks: Performing
variety of therapies, such as small group therapy, one-to-one
therapy, and/or large group therapy using standardized therapeutic
resident care. Preparing and administering prescribed medications.
Taking vital signs. Monitoring patients' behavioral and mental
conditions. Admitting and discharging patients.
Selective Placement Factor:
Position requires knowledge of anatomy, physiology, nursing
fundamentals, nutrition, pharmacology, psychiatric diagnoses,
developmental disabilities, and psychotropic medications, as
evidenced by a certification and/or licensure as a psychiatric
technician.How You Will Be Evaluated You will be evaluated for this
job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. If you
meet the minimum qualifications requirements for this position,
your application will be evaluated and rated under Category Rating
selection procedures. Once the application process is complete, a
review of your qualifications will be conducted to determine if you
are qualified for this job. Qualified candidates will be assigned
to a quality category. The quality categories are: Best Qualified,
Well Qualified, or Qualified. Within each of these categories,
applicants eligible for veteran's preference will receive selection
priority over non-preference eligibles.
Please note that if, after reviewing your resume and or supporting
documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your
qualifications and or experience, your category rating can and will
be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities, or you may
lose consideration for this position. Please follow all
instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your
eligibility.
To determine if you are qualified for this position, a review of
your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared
against the qualifications as defined in the qualifications section
of this vacancy announcement and your responses to the assessment
questions. You will be rated based on the information provided in
your resume (your resume must state specific duties that relate to
this position) and your responses to the assessment questions will
be evaluated against the duties you provided in your resume, along
with your submitted documentation to determine your ability to
demonstrate the following.
The following links below provide information on how you may be
eligible for various hiring authorities. If you are a Veteran,
qualified CTAP and ICTAP eligible, or an individual with a
disability, please refer to the following links below for
additional guidance. CTAP and ICTAP candidates will be eligible for
selection priority if it is determined that they have exceeded the
minimum qualifications for the position by attaining at least a
well qualified rating of 85 out of 100. Information about CTAP and
ICTAP eligibility is on the Office of Personnel Management's
Workforce Restructuring Career Transition website at: . CTAP/ICTAP
documentation requirements are listed in the Required Documents
section of this announcement.
Click here to view vacancy questions: . All documents above MUST be
received by 11:59 pm (Eastern Standard Time) of the closing date
of, 12/31/2024, to be considered. Required Documents Resume: You
are highly encouraged to use USAJOBS Resume Builder to ensure all
required information is included in your Resume. If you use your
own resume, curriculum vitae, or any other written form you choose
then you must describe your job-related qualifications that
includes beginning and ending dates for paid and non-paid work
experience, hours worked per week, month and year of employment for
each job title listed, annual salary, and description of job
duties. Include name and address of employer; supervisor name and
telephone number.
Required as applicable for the purposes of specific eligibility and
appointment claim(s), and position requirements:
Indian Preference Applicants: If claiming Indian preference,
applicants must provide a completed copy of the Form BIA-4432,
Verification of Indian Preference for Employment in the BIA and IHS
Only. Indian preference will not be given unless a properly signed
and dated form is submitted with your application, including any
verification by an authorized Tribal Representative or BIA Official
of tribal enrollment records. For detailed instructions, see form
BIA-4432. Refer to BIA-4432 link: . When an Indian Preference
candidate possesses Veterans preference the rules regarding
Veterans preference apply under ESEP and the applicant must provide
documentation in order to receive preference.
Veterans Preference: If claiming Veteran's Preference provide a
copy of your DD214 Form (Member 4 copy). To claim 10-Point Veterans
Preference, submit a SF-15 Application () along with the
appropriate supporting documentation. For additional information
regarding Veterans Preference visit: .
Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP)/Interagency Career
Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): If you are claiming
CTAP/ICTAP, follow the instructions below: .
Transcripts: You are encouraged to submit copies of transcripts
(official or unofficial) although not required at the time of
application. You must list your courses including titles, credit
hours completed, and grades. Official transcripts will be required
after tentative selection and prior to issuing an official job
offer.
Licensure, Certifications: Applicants should list their
license/certifications on their resume, along with the expiration
date, if applicable. Certification of licensure/certification will
be required after tentative selection and prior to issuing an
official job offer.
You must meet the requirements of the job by 11:59 (Eastern
Standard Time) of the closing date: 12/31/2024
The first cut-off date for receipt/referral of applications to be
considered for available vacant positions will be 14 days after the
JOA open date. Thereafter, requests for referrals are made by the
hiring manager. If you are relying on your education to meet
qualification requirements: Education must be accredited by an
accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of
Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications.
Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from .
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in
this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may
affect the overall rating.
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Keywords: US Department of Health and Human Services, Lancaster , PSYCHIATRIC TECHNICIAN, Professions , Hemet, California
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