Behavioral Health Technician (LPT)

TEEMA Solutions Group; Ukiah (CA); On-site; USD 59,423 - 67,067; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency in Vallejo, CA is seeking a licensed LVN or LPT for night shifts in a psychiatric setting. The role involves monitoring patient behavior, supporting admissions and discharges, and assisting with medication administration. Candidates must have a minimum of 1 year of psychiatric experience and an active California nursing license. The position features a contract duration of 13 weeks with an attractive pay range.

Qualifications

• Active CA LVN or LPT license required.
• Minimum of 1 year psychiatric experience required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, document, and report patient behavior.
• Support admissions and discharges.
• Utilize therapeutic communication and assist with patient care.

Skills

Therapeutic communication

De-escalation techniques

Patient safety monitoring

Education

CA LVN or LPT license

Job description

Location: Vallejo, CA 94590

Contract Duration: 13 weeks

Pay: $1,306 – $1,474/week

Schedule: 5 x 8-hour night shifts

Hours: 11:00 PM – 7:30 AM

Schedule: Varied days, typically every other weekend

On-Call: Not required

Position Summary & Responsibilities

Monitor, document, and report patient behavior, condition changes, and safety risks

Support admissions, discharges, intake assessments, and patient orientation

Utilize therapeutic communication, de‑escalation, and assist with restraints/seclusion per protocol

Assist with medication administration (per scope), patient rounding, hygiene, and safety monitoring

Requirements

Active CA LVN or LPT license (required)

Minimum 1 year psychiatric experience required