Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT)

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

 

The Licensed Psychiatric Technician provides essential mental health support services under the supervision of licensed nursing staff in correctional or behavioral health environments. The role involves direct patient care, observation, and intervention for individuals with mental health or intellectual developmental disabilities. Key responsibilities include crisis response, vital sign monitoring, hygiene support, and infection control.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and monitor patients with mental health or developmental needs
• Support hygiene, feeding, and daily living tasks while tracking patient progress
• Respond to behavioral emergencies using trained techniques and first aid
• Perform nursing-delegated tasks such as vital signs and specimen collection
• Ensure safety and infection control through regular rounds and standard precautions

Qualifications

 

EDUCATION

• High school and specialized training for licensing/certification(s)

EXPERIENCE

• Experience facilitating groups with Mental Health patients
• One year of experience; within a correctional/detention facility preferred

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

• Current (and must maintain) unrestricted Psychiatric Technician license in state of practice
• Current (and must maintain) lifesaving BLS certification through AHA
• Current (and must maintain) lifesaving ACLS certification through AHA

 

This position is available only to those who reside in the United States.