Behavioral Health Technician I/II

Behavioral Health Technician I/II

Salary

$45,438.88 - $61,009.81 Annually

Location

Visalia, CA

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

26-031820

Department

Health and Human Services Agency

Opening Date

06/20/2026

Closing Date

7/20/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

This recruitment will establish an employment list to fill current and any future vacancies within the Health and Human Services Agency. The anticipated life of the employment list is six months. If interested in employment for this position for current or future vacancies, please submit an online application for consideration.

Level I: $3,786 - $4,614 Monthly

Level II: $4,171 - $5,084 Monthly

Current vacancy is with the Health and Human Services Agency located in Visalia. The anticipated life of the list is six months.

• Position to receive a 4% Cost-of-Living salary increase effective 06/28/26.

Typical Duties

Level I:

• Administer medications to patients, chart appropriate records, review medicine orders regularly, obtain appropriate physician approval, and coordinate with pharmacy as needed.
• Stock and maintain medical supply inventory.
• Transport patients to doctors appointments and for laboratory tests.
• Conduct individual counseling, crisis intervention and pre-care coverage.
• Conduct work oriented daily living skills sessions and resocialization activity groups for the Day Treatment program.

For a full list of duties for this position, please click here.

Level II:

• Provide nursing support coverage at outreach groups and satellite clinics.
• Consult with physicians regarding patients and medication adjustments.
• Participate in carrying out individual and group treatment programs for patients as part of the treatment team; encourage patient participation in treatment activities.
• Visit patients in their homes, in board and care facilities, or in other community placement locations to carry out prescribed treatment plans.
• Motivate patients to develop self-reliance in daily living.

For a full list of duties for this position, please click here.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum qualifications are used as a guide for establishing the education, training, experience, special skills and/or license which are required and equivalent to the following.

Level I:

Education:

• Completion of an approved psychiatric technician or nursing program.

Experience:

• One (1) year of experience performing duties comparable to a Community Behavioral Health Worker II in the County of Tulare or related nursing experience.

Level II:

Education:

• Completion of an approved psychiatric technician or nursing program.

Experience:

• One (1) year of experience in a Behavioral Health and/or developmentally disabled program assisting with the treatment and care of patients.

Knowledge of:

Level I & Level II:

• Basic concepts of mental illness and Behavioral Health including the physical, emotional, and social needs of emotionally disturbed individuals.
• Fundamentals of psychiatric and Behavioral Health nursing care.
• Basic medical and psychiatric terminology.
• Principles and techniques involved in the care and treatment of individual, or groups of mentally ill, emotionally disturbed, or mentally retarded patients.
• Contra-indications, side effects and signs of medication complications.

Skill/Ability to:

Level I:

• Work and communicate effectively with people of various education and socioeconomic backgrounds by respecting beliefs, interpersonal styles and behaviors of both clients and co-workers.
• Operate contemporary office equipment inclusive of computer, keyboard, and all applicable electronic equipment.
• Apply routine psychiatric nursing care to mentally ill emotionally disturbed or mentally retarded patients.
• Recognize symptoms indicative of adverse patient reactions.
• Analyze situations accurately and take effective action.
• Participate in treatment programs for patients.
• Understand and follow written and oral directions.
• Express ideas clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Level II:

• In addition to Level I:
• Work independently in providing coverage at outreach locations or providing patient supervision assistance.
• Assist in training and instructing others.
• Work independently in providing coverage at outreach locations or providing patient supervision assistance.
• Assist in training and instructing others.

License or Certificate:

Level I & Level II:

Possession of a valid license as a Psychiatric Technician, Registered Nurse or Licensed Vocational Nurse as issued by the State of California.

Additional Information

Conditions of Employment

Candidates selected will be required to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Additionally, a background investigation may also be conducted, which may include a re-investigation every 10 years for some positions. An Employment Eligibility Verification using E-Verify may be required on the first day of employment for some positions. Some job classes may also require a physical exam.

College Cost Reduction Access Act

This may be a qualifying position for student loan forgiveness through the College Cost Reduction and Access Act (CCRAA). Only student loan payments made after October 1, 2007 and in a qualified repayment plan are eligible. For more information you are encouraged to speak with your student loan servicer or visit: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Bargaining Unit 4

The information listed is a general summary of benefits. These provisions do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and are subject to change.

Benefit Amount: An annual benefit amount is provided and may be applied towards health insurance premiums (medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability). This benefit is pro-rated and paid on a pay period basis (24 pay periods).

Health Insurance: A choice of PPO and HMO medical plans which include PPO and HMO dental plans and include dental and vision coverage. Dependent coverage is available. Providers include Anthem Blue Cross, Kaiser Permanente, Delta Dental, and Vision Services Plan (VSP).

Retirement: The retirement plan is a defined benefit plan administered pursuant to the 1937 Act County Employees Retirement Act and integrated with Social Security. In addition to ordinary retirement benefits, the plan provides disability and death benefits. Retirement contributions are made by both the County and the employee. The County has reciprocity with the State of California, contracting PERS agencies, and all County 1937 Act Retirement Systems.

Paid Holiday Leave: 12 set days and 1 personal holiday.

Vacation Accrual:

2 weeks per year (0-3 years of service)

3 weeks per year (3-7 years of service)

4 weeks per year (7-11 years of service)

5 weeks per year (11+ years of service)

Limit of 300 hours.

Sick Leave Accrual: 12 days per year with unlimited accumulation, 60 hours of which may be used toward family sick leave.

Career Incentive Pay

Employees who have completed five (5) or more Years of Service with Tulare County and meet the eligibility criteria described in Administrative Regulation - 52, earn additional pay according to the schedule below.

Years of Service

% Increase

Total

5

3%

3%

10

2%

5%

15

3%

8%

20

2%

10%

Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D: $10,000; Provided by Standard Insurance Company.

Disability Insurance: Employees are covered by State Disability Insurance. The premium is paid by the employee.

Deferred Compensation: A voluntary deferred compensation plan is available.

To view more detailed descriptions of Tulare Countys benefits, please view the Benefits section of our Web site at https://tularecounty.ca.gov/hrd/benefits-wellness/health-plans-active-employees/

The Provisions Of This Bulletin Do Not Constitute An Expressed Or Implied Contract And Are Subject To Change.

01

The supplemental application form is an EXAMINATION. All candidates are required to complete the questions at the end of the application. The supplemental application questions will be used to select the most highly qualified candidates who will then advance to the next step in the selection process. The questions that follow will be used to evaluate the extent to which a candidate has demonstrated and applied the knowledge, skills and abilities critical to successful performance for this position. You must respond to all required questions to be considered for this position. Do you possess a valid California license as a Psychiatric Technician, Licensed Vocational Nurse, or Registered Nurse? (The license is REQUIRED in order to be considered for qualifying)

• Yes
• No

02

Please provide the following: PT License # __ Expiration Date _ LVN License # ___ Expiration Date ____ RN License # ___ Expiration Date __

03

Describe in detail your knowledge and/or experience in patient, hospital or clinical care?

04

Please describe your knowledge and/or experience in electronic health records, e-prescribing, and working with Telehealth doctors and staff.

05

Please describe your knowledge and/or experience in electronic health records, e-prescribing, and working with Telehealth doctors and staff.

Required Question

Employer County of Tulare

Address 2500 W Burrel Avenue

Visalia, California, 93291

Phone (559) 636-4900

Website http://www.tularecounty.ca.gov