Behavioral Health Technician; LPT
Listed on 2026-10-08
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Healthcare
Psychiatric Care & Support, Mental Health, Healthcare Nursing
Location: Vallejo, Ca
Schedule: Evening Shift OR night shhift
Hours: 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM or 11pm to 7:30am;
Shift Type: 5x8s
Weekend Requirement: Typically every other weekend
On-Call: None
Position Requirements:Must be one of the following:
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN/LPN)
or
Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT)
BLS (AHA or ARC) required
CPI preferred (can be obtained onsite)
Minimum 1 year of psychiatric/behavioral health experience required
Mental Health Techs not accepted
Key Responsibilities:Provide direct and indirect psychiatric patient care under RN supervision
Utilize therapeutic communication and de-escalation techniques
Assist with admissions, discharges, and patient assessments
Monitor, document, and report patient behavior, symptoms, and vital signs
Administer medications per physician orders and protocols
Support patient safety, hygiene, and therapeutic activities
Collaborate with healthcare team and assist with patient/family education
Additional Expectations:Adhere to safety protocols, including restraint/seclusion guidelines when necessary
Comply with facility vaccination requirements
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