Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT)- Ione, CA

Ione (per diem) Sat-Wed 1pm-9:30pm AND Wed-Sun 5:30am-2pm with 2-week paid orientation @ $56/hr after orientation

Job Summary – Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT)

We are seeking a dependable and compassionate Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) to provide psychiatric and basic nursing care in a correctional healthcare setting. In this role, you will support patients with mental health needs, assist with treatment plans, and work closely with licensed providers in a structured clinical environment.

The ideal candidate is professional, patient‑focused, and able to maintain a calm and respectful approach while following established clinical, safety, and facility procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct psychiatric and basic nursing care under provider supervision
• Monitor and document patient behavior, mental status, and response to treatment
• Assist with and administer medications as directed
• Support therapeutic activities and patient care plans
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation
• Observe and report changes in patient condition to clinical staff
• Follow all safety, security, and facility protocols
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe care environment
• Work collaboratively with healthcare and support teams

Qualifications

• Active Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) license in the state of California
• Minimum of 1 year of recent psychiatric or behavioral health experience (correctional or institutional experience preferred)
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) BLS certification
• Three professional references
• Strong communication and documentation skills
• Ability to work effectively in a structured, secure environment
• Professional, reliable, and emotionally resilient
• Ability to pass background and facility clearance requirements
• Must have been retired as a civil servant for a minimum of 1 year

We genuinely value and advocate for our providers. Employees can expect:

·                     24/7 on-call support

·                     A team that actively advocates for your needs

·                     Timely communication throughout your onboarding and assignment

·                     Weekly Pay

Shayal Prasad