Stars Behavioral Health Group·Victorville, California
The LVN/LPT provides direct client care, including the administration and documentation of medications according to physician orders. They are also responsible for supervising nursing activities and maintaining accurate medical records for clients in a crisis residential setting.
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Behavioral Health LVN / LPT - Temporary
Victorville: High Desert Crisis Walk In Center
30.00 - 35.00 USD Per Hour
Working Location: Victorville, CA
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Active, valid California Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) license.
Graduation from an accredited school of licensed vocational nursing or psychiatric technology.
Associate degree preferred.
Must be 18 years of age or older.
Current CPR certification.
First Aid certification from an approved provider (such as the American Red Cross).
The LVN / LPT is responsible for providing direct client care, including medication administration and supervising the nursing activities of unit staff. Key duties include ordering, preparing, and documenting medications according to physician orders and confirming pharmacy deliveries. The role also requires communicating important information to the team, writing weekly client summaries as assigned, and maintaining accurate nursing documentation throughout the shift. This position also performs other related duties as needed.
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Candidates must hold a valid California LVN or LPT license and current CPR and First Aid certifications. A minimum of one year of medication administration experience is required, with a preference for experience treating mentally ill patients in inpatient settings.
Market context
In California, behavioral-health roles tied to substance use disorder counseling and case management are typically supported by ongoing community and treatment-program demand. These positions are competitive because employers often look for a high school diploma, at least 2 years of SUD counseling or case management experience, and current Registered or Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor status. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit and note that professional development and paid continuing education are listed as benefits.