Licensed Vocational Nurse / Licensed Psychiatric Technician

Stars Behavioral Health Group; New Mexico; On-site; USD 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid medical, dental, and vis

Paid CEU opportunities

On-the-job training

Generous time off

Professional growth opportunities

Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT/ACW

Job summary

Stars Behavioral Health Group is seeking an LVN/LPT for on-call, in Torrance, CA. The role focuses on direct patient care, medication administration and wound care within a 24/7 inpatient setting for adolescents with severe mental health needs.

Qualifications include active CA LVN or LPT license and 1 year of clinical experience with emotionally disturbed youth, plus on-site supervision for applicable certifications.

Qualifications

• Active, valid California LVN or LPT license.
• Graduation from an accredited school of LVN or LPT preferred.
• One year clinical experience with SED children or 40 hours regulatory training.
• One year of medication administration experience preferred; associate's degree is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct client care including administration of medications and wound care.
• Conduct nursing assessments for new clients and when required.
• Maintain safe, therapeutic milieu and ensure facility safety.
• Collaborate with physicians and social workers to obtain informed consent for medications.
• Take physician orders and ensure proper implementation.
• Monitor changes in patients and report to on-call RN/MD.
• Order and ensure ongoing supply of medications for each child.

Skills

Clinical experience

Medication administration

Wound care

Assessment & observation

Education

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license (California)

Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) license (California)

Job description

Partner with us in making a positive change! Join a team where your work truly matters. We're proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work for 8 years by our own employees. We invite you to partner with us in our mission to improve mental healthcare.

Job Title: LVN / LPT On Call Division/Program: Stars Behavioral Health Group

Starting Compensation: 33.00 - 37.40 USD Per Hour

Working Location: Torrance, CA

Working Hours/Shift: On Call (AM, PM or Overnight)

Why Join Our Team?

• Competitive Compensation: Offering a salary that matches your skills and experience.
• Generous Time Off: Enjoy ample vacation and holiday pay.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage. Additional voluntary benefits to support your lifestyle.
• Professional Growth Opportunities: On-the-job training with access to paid CEU opportunities. Career development programs designed to help you grow.
• Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT, ACSW, and APCC professionals (where applicable).
• Employee Recognition & Rewards: A culture that celebrates and rewards your hard work and dedication

What you bring to SBHG (Qualifications):

• Active, valid California LVN (Licensed Vocational Nurse), or LPT (Licensed Psychiatric Technician) license.
• Graduation from an accredited school of Licensed Vocational Nursing or Licensed Psychiatric Technology, preferred

Experience & Training:

• Clinical Experience: One (1) year experience working with severely emotionally disturbed (SED) children OR a 40 hours of regulatory on-the-job training.
• Preferred Experience: One (1) year of medication administration experience, an associate's degree

How you will make a difference (job overview):

• The LVN/ LPT provides direct client care including administration of medications and wound care.
• Completes nursing assessments on new clients and when clients require such assessments.
• Maintains vigilance over the general milieu within the facility to facilitate quality client care, optimum facility operations and preserve the safety of all therein.
• Work with physicians and social workers to secure informed consent for medication from parents, courts, conservators, etc.
• Take physician orders for medications denial of rights, medical procedures, lab work, x-rays, etc. and make sure each order is implemented.
• Visually and audibly observes physical and psychiatric conditions and reports changes to the Charge RN or the Psychiatrist or other Medical Doctor on call in the absence of the Charge RN or DON.
• Order and ensure on-going supply of individual medications for each child.

Division & Program Overview:

• Population Served: A comprehensive mental health in patient residential facility for adolescents; Statewide service for up to 60 adolescents (ages 12–17) experiencing severe mental health challenges.
• Facility & Setting: 24/7 locked, highly secure inpatient residential campus operating with the highest standards of dignity and care since 1988.
• Programs: Psychiatric Health Facility (PHF), Community Treatment Facility (CTF), and an on-site Non-Public High School (SBHS).
• Clinical Services: Multidisciplinary mental health services, Therapeutic Behavioral Services (TBS), and Intensive Day Treatment Program.
• Learn more about SBHG at: https://www.starsinc.com/stars-inc/

For Additional Information: [e-mail]

Join an organization dedicated to improving lives and supporting those facing mental health and behavioral challenges. At Stars Behavioral Health Group, we are seeking passionate professionals ready to make a lasting, positive impact on children, youth, families, and adults across California. As a leading statewide provider, SBHG brings together over 2,000 professionals across 70+ specialized programs and 60+ locations, delivering compassionate care to more than 40,000 individuals each year.We are committed to diversity as we believe exceptional care begins with a diverse team. SBHG is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive work environment that celebrates LGBTQ+, cultural, racial, and ethnic diversity across every level of our organization.