Psychiatric Care Technician

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Position is eligible for a $2,000 hiring bonus.
Open Until Filled
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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.

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
• Retirement – Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
• Flexible schedules and work‑life balance options
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities

and MUCH MORE!  for detailed information, or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!

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The city of Evanston is a small Rocky Mountain community that is a 45‑minute drive from the world‑famous ski slopes of Park City, Utah. The area surrounding Evanston is excellent for recreational activities such as hiking, camping, fishing, biking, snowmobiling, and cross‑country skiing.

Human Resource Contact: Brenda Hales / brenda.hales / 307‑444‑0791

• 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 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.

• 1‑3 years of progressive work experience (typically in Human Services).
• Associate’s Degree (typically in Healthcare) or equivalent experience.
• No prior experience required; 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. Drug testing will be completed on any position if reasonable suspicion exists.
• The Wyoming State Hospital uses E‑Verify, an Internet‑based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E‑Verify, including your rights and responsibilities.
• Employees of this facility will be expected to follow all rules and requirements established by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding COVID‑19.
• The Wyoming Department of Health offers an excellent benefits package, including medical/dental/vision/life insurance, paid vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, state retirement plan, deferred compensation plan, and longevity pay.
• Hiring Bonus eligibility and conditions
• New state employees and temporary employees accepting a…