Psychiatric Care Technician

Overview

Fulfill your passion for serving others and making a difference in your community by becoming a vital member of our CNA team. In this entry-level role
, you’ll support patient treatment plans within an interdisciplinary team, ensuring a safe, caring, and respectful environment for patients at the Wyoming State Hospital.
Whether your background is in customer service or human services, we welcome your commitment to helping others. Wyoming State Hospital will also pay for you to attend and obtain your CNA license.

Open Until Filled

Position is eligible for a $2,000 hiring bonus

• Wyoming State Hospital total compensation package includes comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
• Retirement — Pension and 457B plans
• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities
• More details available via the Total Compensation Calculator and related resources

The city of Evanston is a small Rocky Mountain community that is a 45-minute drive from Park City, Utah. The area surrounding Evanston offers recreational activities such as hiking, camping, fishing, biking, snowmobiling, and cross-country skiing.

Human Resource Contact: Brenda Hales / brenda.hales /

The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level.

• Monitor patient behaviors while providing support and nursing interventions.
• Encourage appropriate behaviors that enhance participation in recovery.
• Act as a patient advocate.
• Assist patients with daily planning.
• Document patient progress during hospitalization.
• Participate in shift change reports and team meetings.
• Assist nurses with milieu management and work environment safety.
• Utilize de-escalation interventions as necessary.

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of patient-centered care and support within a CNA team.
• Understanding of de-escalation techniques and management of challenging behaviors.
• Knowledge of professional boundaries and ethical practices.
• Skills in communication and providing customer service in high-stakes environments.
• Basic proficiency in computer use and Microsoft Office applications.
• Knowledge of emergency procedures, including CPR, First Aid, and RACE.
• Understanding of standard infection control practices.

Education & Experience Substitution: 1-3 years of progressive work experience (typically in Human Services)

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: CNA Certification obtained within twelve (12) months of hire

Education: Associate's Degree (typically in Healthcare)

Experience: No prior experience required

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: CNA Certification obtained within twelve (12) months of hire

• Ability to perform CPR, First Aid, Crisis Management, and utilize proper infection control and defensive driving practices.
• Ability to stand for long periods.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds or one-quarter of one’s body weight with assistance.

• FLSA:
  Non-Exempt
• A background check, including fingerprinting, will be completed through the Wyoming Division of Criminal Investigation, the Wyoming Department of Family Services, and the FBI for every successful applicant.
• Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing will be conducted on safety-sensitive positions.
• The Wyoming State Hospital uses E-Verify to confirm eligibility to work in the United States.
• Employees will be expected to follow CMS rules regarding COVID-19.
• The Wyoming Department of Health offers an excellent benefits package.
• Hiring Bonus eligibility and conditions
  • New state employees and temporary employees accepting a permanent position.
  • Current state employees accepting a promotional opportunity — recruitment must have been open to the public.
  • One year of service in the position must be completed; failure to complete this requirement may require reimbursement of the bonus with funds deducted from final pay.
  • Internal candidates will be required to remain in the position for a minimum of one year from the promotion date.
  • Employees will only be eligible for one hiring bonus in a 12-month period.

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• to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.
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The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Working for the State of Wyoming means more than a job — it’s a stable, rewarding career that lets you make a difference while enjoying a great quality of life.