Psychiatric Care Technicians/CNAs - PM Shift
Company: DHRM
Location: Marion
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Title: Psychiatric Care Technicians/CNAs - PM Shift State Role
Title: Direct Service Associate III Hiring Range: Minimum Salary:
$38,630/year - Salary Commensurate with Relevant Years of
Experience Pay Band: 3 Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop
Location: Southwestern VA Mtl Hlth Inst Agency Website:
www.swvmhi.dbhds.virginia.gov Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties SWVMHI in Marion, VA is recruiting for 12-hour, PM Shift
Psychiatric Care Technicians/CNAs to join its talented and
dedicated Nursing Services Team. Position Hours: 6:30 p.m.- 7:00
a.m. Working at Least Every Other Weekend Shift Differentials and
Weekend/Holiday Supplements Available Psychiatric Care Technicians
Assist Nurses By: * Providing quality care as part of an
interdisciplinary team * Maintaining accountability in a safe,
secure, and therapeutic environment * Creating healthy
interpersonal interactions on adult acute admissions unit,
geriatric unit, and Extended Rehabilitation Service unit *
Observing and reporting feedback regarding interventions,
treatments, behaviors, physical condition, emotional well-being,
and other situations documenting and communicating using
specialized training for promoting mental wellness recovery KSAs
and or Competencies required to successfully perform the work: *
Ability to distinguish between safe and unsafe patient behavior by
observing, interacting, and listening * Ability to read, write and
speak in the English language * Ability to observe, report and
document changes in patients’ mental, physical and behavioral
status * Ability to follow written and oral instructions * Ability
to maintain all required orientation and annual competencies *
Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship
with supervisors, co- workers and patients from varied backgrounds
using effective interpersonal skills * Ability to recognize the
need and ask for help or assistance in providing care and treatment
* Ability to give and receive effective feedback and perform as a
member of a team * Ability to administer CPR and perform
Therapeutic Options approved physical interventions * Ability to
work overtime hours, rotating weekends, and holidays * Ability to
use email and electronic health records * Will obtain certification
as a C.N.A by the Virginia Board of Nursing within probationary
period. * Knowledge of basic treatment measures to promote mental
health appropriate to the adult, developmentally disabled or
impaired, and/or geriatric populations. • Ability to work overtime
in a staffing emergency. • Ability to work in a secure and locked
environment with individuals who are experiencing acute symptoms of
mental illness and/or additional forensic/legal involvement. •
Knowledge of personal care needs and activities of daily living. •
Ability to carry out responsibilities of the position. • Ability to
read, write and communicate effectively with others. • Ability to
turn, bend and lift non-ambulatory patients without restrictions. •
Ability to provide direct patient care under supervision of
licensed nursing staff. • Ability to demonstrate competencies as
defined on the C.N.A. competency assessment. Minimum Qualifications
• Obtain a CNA Certification within probationary period and
maintain CNA (Certified Nursing Aide) certification in good
standing with the VA State Board of Nursing. • High School Diploma
or equivalent Additional Considerations • Experience in a
psychiatric, healthcare facility, acute care, long-term care or
correction setting is preferred. • Valid Driver's License
preferred. 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. Application
Requirements: Applications and résumés for this position are
accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s
Electronic Recruitment System only. Interview decisions will be
based solely on the information provided in your electronic
application and/or résumé. Please ensure you detail all relevant
work experience clearly and specifically; we will not make
assumptions about your qualifications. You will receive a
confirmation of receipt once your application and/or résumé has
been successfully submitted. To check the status of your
application, refer to “Your Application” in your account.
Applications/résumés will begin to be reviewed within five (5) days
of the posting date. Background Investigation: All applicants are
subject to an extensive background investigation and a
pre-employment drug screening. This investigation may include
fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI), local agency checks,
Department of Social Services/Child Protective Services checks,
employment verification, and verification of education relevant to
the position. Under Virginia Code §§ 37.2-314 and 37.2-408.1, the
Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services (DBHDS)
cannot employ or utilize as volunteers, individuals convicted of
specific ("barrier") crimes or those with pending "barrier"
charges. Reasonable Accommodations: Reasonable accommodations are
available to individuals with disabilities during the application
and/or interview process in accordance with the Americans with
Disabilities Act. If you require assistance or accommodation,
please notify Human Resources at Southwestern Virginia Mental
Health Institute during business hours (8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.).
Equal Opportunity: The Commonwealth of Virginia is committed to
conducting all aspects of human resource management without regard
to race (or traits historically associated with race, including
hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids,
locks, and twists), sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual
orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status,
political affiliation, disability, genetic information, and
pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.* There shall
be no retaliation against anyone making allegations of violations
of this policy. Veteran Preference: DBHDS is a Virginia Values
Veterans (V3) certified employer and provides hiring preferences to
qualified veterans and service members. We highly encourage
veterans, active members of the Virginia National Guard, and U.S.
Military Reserve members to apply and respond accordingly on the
state application. Benefits: DBHDS offers a comprehensive benefits
package, including your choice of health plans, paid life
insurance, retirement plans, 13 paid holidays, annual leave, family
personal leave, sick leave, employee discount programs, and more!
Contact Information Name: Rebecca Richardson Phone: 276-706-3516
Email: rebecca.richardson@dbhds.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.
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