There is a hiring fair on Sept. 15 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Vacaville. 

The hiring fair is an opportunity to build a meaningful career supporting individuals with developmental disabilities in a residential home. 

The Stabilization Training Assistance Reintegration (STAR) Team supports the health, safety, dignity, and well-being of the people who live there.  They provide direct care, encourage independence, offer reassurance during challenging moments, and more.  Their care provides an environment where people can stabilize and be prepared to return home. 

Register for the North STAR Hiring Fair today. 

As a state employer, we offer competitive pay, great benefits, and pension plan. 

Individuals with a Certified Nursing Assistant certification or a Psychiatric Technicians license can interview at the event for current openings. 

If you have questions or need application assistance, email outreach@dds.ca.gov. 

We look forward to seeing you in Vacaville!  

Thank you, psychiatric technicians! 

Earlier this month, we celebrated National Psychiatric Technician Appreciation Day on August 5th.  It was an opportunity to recognize the important work psychiatric technicians do in support of the community.  

Our psychiatric technicians shared what they value most about their work: 

  • “What I enjoy the most about supporting people is the smiles on their faces and making them feel like they have someone they can count on.” -Alejandra, Psychiatric Technician, Central Valley STAR Home 
  • “Something important people should know about psychiatric technician is that it’s more than just supervising individuals.  It’s about building trust, treating every person with dignity, respect, and helping all individuals be member of the community.” -Brandon, Psychiatric Technician, Central Valley STAR Home 
  • “What I enjoy most about helping people is building trust while listening without judgement and supporting the individuals through difficult moments.” -Cindy, Psychiatric Technician, Central Valley STAR Home 
  • “It’s very gratifying when your hard work is realized through behavior modification tactics and pharmacotherapy implementations and the successes comes to fruition by the clients achieving community placement and or a higher level of independence.“ -Elias, Psychiatric Technician, Porterville Developmental Center 
  • “Seeing someone make progress, no matter how small, is incredibly rewarding.  Knowing I played a small part in helping them reach their goals makes the work meaningful.” -K.O., Psychiatric Technician, Central Valley STAR Home 
  • “I’ve always wanted to be in a profession where I could make a real difference in people’s lives, and I believe mental health is something that doesn’t get recognized too often and gets the attention it deserves.” -Muey, Psychiatric Technician, Central Valley STAR Home 
  • “I enjoy building trust, listening without judgment, and helping people feel supported.” – Amanda, Psychiatric Technician, Canyon Springs 
  • “We work closely with patients, families, and the entire team to ensure safe, respectful, and effective treatment.  Our role requires a blend of empathy, communication skills, and professionalism.” -Rosalinda, Psychiatric Technician, Porterville Developmental Center 

Visit the Department’s Instagram page to hear more from about the critical work of these teams.  Thank you to all our psychiatric technicians!  Your professionalism, dedication, and commitment are making a lasting impact across California. 


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