Special Management Technician

Special Management Technician

Central State Hospital (CSH) is a 277 bed Joint Commission accredited psychiatric inpatient facility located in Petersburg, Virginia. CSH has proudly been serving citizens of the Commonwealth since 1870, when we opened our doors as the first psychiatric hospital in the country dedicated to the treatment of African Americans. A new and modern CSH is currently under construction on the same property, with a scheduled completion date of 2027.

CSH maintains the only maximum-security treatment facility in the state (111 beds). We also have 166 beds available for individuals in the community who need inpatient care, as well as individuals in the criminal justice system. We believe that treatment should be holistic and focused on the person's individual needs, recognizing that recovery is not linear or the same for every person.

Treatment modalities may include medication, evidence-based group and individual therapy, peer support, psychosocial rehabilitation, vocational training, preparation for court, and treatment for substance use.

Central State Hospital is recruiting for a Special Management Technician to join our team of dedicated professionals committed to providing a safe, secure, and recovery-oriented environment for patients, staff, and visitors. In this essential role, you will maintain the safety and security of a secure psychiatric treatment setting by monitoring patient activity, responding to emergencies, controlling access to secure areas, conducting safety rounds, transporting and escorting patients, and supporting therapeutic interventions.

Successful candidates will possess strong communication and de-escalation skills, exercise sound judgment under pressure, work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team, and demonstrate professionalism, respect, and compassion while promoting patient recovery and ensuring compliance with hospital policies and security procedures.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

• Basic knowledge of applicable state laws and regulations.
• Knowledge of safe driving practices and the ability to safely transport patients.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and make appropriate decisions in stressful or emergency situations.
• Ability to administer CPR.
• Ability to lift heavy objects, bend at the waist and knees, and walk or stand for a minimum of 90% of the work shift.
• Ability to use upper extremities (hands) to hold, grasp, and manipulate work materials and equipment.
• Ability to work overtime as needed to support 24/7 hospital operations.
• May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Possession of a valid driver's license.
• Previous security experience or related training in the security field.

Preferred:

• Previous Mental Health Experience.

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.

Reasonable Accommodations:
Reasonable accommodations are available to individuals with disabilities during the application and/or…