Psychiatric Aide II
Tehama County Health Services Agency is committed to a healthy community. We provide integrated services to Tehama County residents through education, prevention, assessment, intervention, treatment, and follow up. Our staff are valued for their contributions to client care, whether they work in direct services or are in key support roles. We collaborate, communicate, and support each other so we can focus on what's most important, the overall health of our clients. Click Here to Learn More About Tehama County Health Services! Click here to learn more about Tehama County! Salary (B-E Steps) Psychiatric Aide II: $17.67 - $20.45 Hourly About the Division : The Tehama County Health Services Agency Behavioral Health Center is committed to promoting and enhancing mental health by increasing community awareness, encouraging early screening and intervention and reducing stigma associated with mental illness. Definition: The Psychiatric Aide position with the Tehama County Health Services Agency is vital to the success of our Community Crisis Response Unit as well as our Behavioral Health Center. Essential duties within the agency are performed on varying shift schedules including nights, weekends, and/or holidays. This position is an excellent way to begin the journey for a career in behavioral health. Assists assigned nursing personnel by performing non-professional nursing care of mentally and emotionally disturbed clients; Receives, evaluates, and documents crisis telephone calls determines need for law enforcement intervention; Makes referrals to County and private services as appropriate; Receives and orients clients to crisis unit. Click here to view the full classification specification. Any combination of training and experience which would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be: Equivalent to the completion of twelfth (12th) grade. At least two (2) years of experience in a health or social services field, preferably with individuals with mental health disorders. Other combinations of education and experience may be considered. License & Special Requirements : Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain, a valid California Class C Driver License and a satisfactory driving record is required. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Must possess, or be willing to obtain, a national provider identifier (NPI). The department is recruiting for multiple vacancies. In addition, Tehama County is establishing an eligibility list to fill future vacancies for a Psychiatric Aide II, as well as subsequent vacancies which occur during the life of the eligibility list. Testing Dates: April 22-27, 2026. Testing will be provided via email. Tentative Interview Date(s): 1st - Friday, May 1, 2026 from 10:30am to 12:30pm. 2nd - Monday, May 11, 2026 from 10:00am to 12:00pm. New employees should anticipate being hired at the beginning step of the salary range. Candidates who exceed entry level qualifications may be considered, with approval from the Board of Supervisors, for placement at other than A step. In compliance with current regulations in the state of California, this position does not require employees to obtain a COVID-19 vaccination, although it is highly recommended. Please upload ALL required documents when applying such as, copies of all required degrees and/or certifications as outlined in the job description. Incomplete applications will not be considered. For questions about this recruitment please contact: Osmara Herrera Tehama County Health Services Agency 530-528-3284 x3817 | [email protected] All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of background, fingerprinting, drug test and physical examination provided by the County. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER / AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT COMPLIANT / VETERANS' PREFERENCE POLICY / DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE