Psychiatric LVN

Partner with us in making a positive change! Join a team where your work truly matters. Position Details Job Title: Mental Health LVN / LPT Division/Program: Rancho Los Amigos Crisis Residential Treatment Compensation: $32.00 - $34.00 USD per hour Location: Downey, CA Working Hours/Shift: Sunday-Monday PM 3:00pm-11:30pm Job Overview The LVN / LPT provides direct client care including the administration of medications, including injections. Engages clients and families to determine physical health status. Formulates and implements an effective nursing care plan understanding psychiatric illness and its treatment as appropriate for scope of practice. Demonstrates an understanding of age-related development and other issues for the population(s). Division/Program Overview This 16‑bed facility serves adults with mental health challenges or a recent crisis who need intensive treatment. It offers 24/7 programs as an alternative to urgent care or hospitalization, with a homelike setting for short‑term stays. Clients receive physical and psychological evaluation, mental health and case management services, and assistance in locating permanent housing. Qualifications One year full‑time equivalent experience working in a program serving persons with mental disabilities, OR completion of a minimum of 20 hours of on‑the‑job training within one year of employment (in addition to the annually required 20 hours of training). Preferred: One year medication administration experience. Valid California LVN or LPT license. Valid California driver’s license (preferred). Current CPR and First Aid certification from qualified agencies, including but not limited to the American Red Cross. Benefits Competitive Compensation matched to skills and experience. Generous vacation and holiday pay. Employer‑paid medical, dental, and vision coverage with additional voluntary benefits. Professional growth opportunities: on‑the‑job training, paid CEU opportunities, and career development programs. Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT, ACSW, and APCC professionals (where applicable). Employee recognition and rewards. We strongly value and are committed to having a truly diverse workforce and environment—including LGBTQ, cultural, racial, and ethnic diversity. #J-18808-Ljbffr