Psychiatric Technician III Correctional Health
6 days ago
Join the County of Los Angeles, CA team as a Psychiatric Technician III Correctional Health and make a difference in the lives of others.
Job Summary:We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Psychiatric Technician III Correctional Health to join our team. As a Psychiatric Technician III Correctional Health, you will provide specialized services to departmental multi-disciplinary teams, other County departments, and community agencies in the delivery of mental health treatment.
Key Responsibilities:- Interview clients, family members, and friends to obtain information about the client's environment, personality, and family relationships that may have bearing on the client's illness and treatment.
- Makes program services referrals for persons identified as mentally ill.
- Coordinates or conducts the auditing of client records for compliance with documentation guidelines.
- Participates in multidisciplinary team conferences, provides and documents continuing care and information, and collaborates with other mental health staff to develop the most effective treatment plan.
- Within scope-of-practice guidelines, provides direct client care, completes required documentation, updates treatment team regarding client progress, and provides client, family members, and significant others with referrals and linkage to community resources.
- Provides consultation to community agencies in the utilization of mental health and support services provided by directly operated clinics, in-patient facilities, and contractors of the department.
- Provides in-service training to departmental staff and volunteers in the identification and treatment of mentally disordered individuals, principles of crisis intervention, and management of assaultive behavior.
- Administers, either orally or by injection, prescribed medications to clients in acute psychiatric settings.
- Participates as a member of a Crisis Response Team in an inpatient psychiatric setting.
- Coordinates the activities of a service team with law enforcement, courts, schools, and other agencies to assist and evaluate clients who are deemed to be a danger to themselves or others.
- Coordinates the work of Psychiatric Technicians or others in the delivery of mental health services at an in-patient or out-patient facility.
- Coordinates or develops psychological rehabilitation programs for the chronically and persistently mentally ill.
- Leads and provides technical supervision to lower-level psychiatric technicians and support staff assigned to provide mental health services at an in-patient or outpatient facility.
- Prepares and signs the application for immediate 72-hour detention of disturbed psychiatric clients if Lanterman-Petris-Short (LPS) designated by the Office of Medical Director.
- Two years of experience at the level of Psychiatric Technician II in the County of Los Angeles.
- A valid and active license as a Psychiatric Technician issued by the California Department of Consumer Affairs, Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians.
- A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.
This position requires working in a correctional facility environment, which may involve exposure to hazardous materials, physical confrontations, and other safety risks. The successful candidate must be willing to work any shift and at any correctional facility, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Benefits:The County of Los Angeles offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plan, and paid time off.
How to Apply:To apply for this position, please submit your application online through the County of Los Angeles website. Please ensure that your application is complete and includes all required documents.
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Los Angeles, California, United States County of Los Angeles, CA Full timeJob Title: Psychiatric Technician III Correctional HealthJob Summary:We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Psychiatric Technician III to join our team at the Los Angeles County Department of Health Services. As a Psychiatric Technician III, you will play a critical role in providing mental health services to clients in a correctional setting....
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