Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) (Crisis Walk In)

• The compensation range for this role is $33.65–$48.08/ Hourly with final compensation determined based on experience, qualifications, and role scope.
• Work
• Location &
• Expectations: This role requires daily in-person engagement at Indio Crisis Walk-in Center location.
• Professional
• Development: Opportunity to collaborate with cross-functional leaders across Behavioral Health, Medical, Street Medicine, Public Health, Rural Health, and Tribal Health initiatives. Key Responsibilities

• 1.
• Client Support & Crisis Stabilization Provide direct care and continuous support to individuals experiencing acute behavioral health symptoms.
• Assist in de-escalation, emotional regulation, and behavior management in collaboration with clinical staff.
• Monitor patient safety and well-being, including behavioral observations, vital signs, and comfort needs.
• Support implementation of stabilization interventions and therapeutic activities.
• Engage youth, adults, and families in supportive, recovery-oriented interactions.
• Encourage family involvement when appropriate to support care and transitions.
• 2.
• Medication & Health Support Administer prescribed medications in accordance with scope of practice and program protocols.
• Observe and document medication responses, side effects, and changes in condition.
• Collaborate with RNs and prescribers to support safe medication management.
• Support individuals experiencing substance use challenges, including monitoring early withdrawal symptoms and promoting harm-reduction approaches.
• 3.
• Milieu & Safety Management Help maintain a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment within the crisis setting.
• Conduct routine safety checks and support environmental safety protocols.
• Respond to behavioral escalations using approved de-escalation techniques.
• Assist with crisis interventions and safety planning as directed by clinical staff.
• 4.
• Team Collaboration & Care Coordination Work closely with RNs, behavioral health providers, peer support specialists, and case managers.
• Participate in team huddles, care planning discussions, and shift coordination.
• Communicate patient status changes and safety concerns promptly to the care team.
• Support transitions of care, including warm handoffs to community providers.
• 5.
• Documentation & Communication Maintain accurate and timely documentation of observations, interventions, medications, and safety checks.
• Communicate clearly and respectfully with patients, families, and team members.
• Support continuity of care through consistent and professional information sharing.
• 6.
• Continuous Improvement & Professional Practice Participate in ongoing training related to crisis care, de-escalation, and behavioral health support.
• Contribute to a culture of safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Perform additional duties as needed to support site operations.

Requirements

Key Competencies Therapeutic communication and de-escalation. Strong observation and situational awareness. Ability to remain calm and effective under pressure. Team collaboration and adaptability. Cultural humility and respect for diverse populations. Commitment to safety, dignity, and recovery-focused care. Required Qualifications Active, unrestricted California Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) license. Experience providing direct care in behavioral health, psychiatric, or related settings. Strong observation, de-escalation, and communication skills. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment. Commitment to patient-centered, recovery-oriented care. Willingness to work 12-hour shifts within minimum expectations for daytime, overnight, weekend, and holiday availability.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in crisis settings, CWIC, CSU, inpatient psychiatry, ED, or community behavioral health programs. Experience working with youth and/or family systems. Experience supporting individuals with co-occurring mental health and substance use conditions. CPI, MAB, SAMA, or equivalent certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire). Bilingual (Spanish preferred). Proficiency with electronic health records (EHRs).

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