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Crestwood Behavioral Health·San Luis Obispo, California

$40 - $44/hr·Full Time·Part Time·On Site·2-5 yrs
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Posted 10 days ago
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About the role

Provide direct nursing care to clients in a behavioral health setting according to physician orders and care standards. Supervise non-licensed personnel in the operation of the unit and delivery of client care.

Are you looking for a meaningful role in behavioral health and have the desire to work with an organization that puts people first? If you have a passion for helping others along their recovery journey, then we invite you to join our Crestwood family!

For more than 50+ years Crestwood has been committed to creating innovative recovery programs and developing compassionate communities that support each client in their journey. Our model of care focuses on a personal and self-directed process that empowers the people we serve and helps them to develop the skills to thrive!

Title: Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) | Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) | Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Duties

The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN), Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT), or Registered Nurse (RN) provides direct nursing care to the clients according to physicians’ orders and applicable client care standards, within their scope of practice. The nurse will provide direction to non-licensed personnel in providing direct client care and operating the unit.

Schedule

  • Full-Time &
  • Part-Time: PM

Qualifications

  • Current licensure in California as RN, LVN, or LPT.
  • Knowledge of general nursing theory and practice.
  • Ability to supervise.
  • Ability to work cooperatively with other staff members.
  • Previous experience in mental health nursing preferred.
  • Current CPR and first aid certifications.
  • Crestwood Offers Comprehensive Benefits Packages to Full-Time Employees Including:
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
  • Life Insurance
  • Vacation
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Sick Leave Buy Back
  • 401(k) Retirement
  • Scholarship Program
  • Education Loan Assistance Program
  • Qualifying Supervision for BBS Associates
  • Competitive Pay
  • Paid Holidays
  • Service Awards
  • Jury Duty Pay

About the Campus

Recognized as the happiest place in the country, San Luis Obispo will be the home of our new Healing Center serving the county through our Psychiatric Health Facility (PHF). This new addition to the Crestwood Family will be a 16-bed campus situated in the beautiful and historic city of SLO. We are honored and excited to be supporting and developing our relationships with the community.

The salary range listed below represents the minimum and maximum base pay per hour at the time of posting. Final salary offered to the candidate selected for the position will be based on factors including but not limited to candidate's skills, experience, licensure, and program acuity. Pay Range: $40—$46.37 USD

It’s About Growth! Our employees are our most valuable assets.

Did you know that at Crestwood you can gain experience at one of California’s leading behavioral health service providers? We deliver industry leading education and training that allows our team members to succeed and continue to grow their careers with Crestwood.

Check out our Career Page to learn more about being a part the Crestwood Family and the benefits available. https://workatcrestwood.com/ [https://workatcrestwood.com/]

Crestwood is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion, equity and diversity. We embrace all differences and are fully committed to fostering a sense of belonging for everyone. We also take affirmative action to offer employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to ability during the application or recruiting process, please talk with your hiring contact/recruiter or send a request to HR@CBHI.net.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity check.

Pursuant to the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), please review this link [https://crestwoodbehavioralhealth.com/california-consumer-privacy-act-applicants-and-employees/] to provide information on how we collect and use your data.

Crestwood is required to participate in the E-Verify program. To learn more, please see: E-Verify Participation, [https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:VA6C2:9e765814-7d3a-4f6b-8d18-2f93d4319f04] Right to Work notices, [https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:VA6C2:ae086502-ba98-4965-84cb-0aedb7d9a2de] or visit www.e-verify.gov [https://www.e-verify.gov].

Requirements

Must hold a current California license as an RN, LVN, or LPT along with CPR and first aid certifications. Previous experience in mental health nursing is preferred.

  • professional certificate
  • CPR
  • Behavioral Health
  • Patient Supervision
  • First Aid
  • Direct Nursing Care
  • Patient Recovery Support
  • Mental Health Nursing
  • Clinical Care Standards

Benefits

  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Holidays
  • Vacation
  • Competitive Pay
  • Medical Coverage
  • Dental Coverage
  • Vision Coverage
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Sick Leave Buy Back
  • 401(k) Retirement
  • Scholarship Program
  • Qualifying Supervision For Bbs Associates
  • Service Awards
  • Jury Duty Pay
  • Education Loan Assistance Program

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time, Part Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$40 - $44/hr
Location
San Luis Obispo, California
Posted
Jul 17, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Crestwood Behavioral Health

Crestwood Behavioral Health, Inc., is proud to be California's leading provider of mental health services, assisting thousands of clients from across the state. Our focus is on creating strong relationships with counties in which we both have a financial commitment, providing...

Salary listed on 64 jobs
IndustryMental Health Care
TypePrivately Held
Size1,001-5,000 employees
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Market context

California behavioral health nursing demand remains steady

California employers commonly seek licensed RN, LVN, or LPT candidates for behavioral health settings, especially where current CPR and first aid credentials are required. These roles can be competitive because mental health nursing experience and staff supervision skills are preferred, and the posted benefits include medical coverage, life insurance, paid holidays, vacation, and competitive pay. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your California license status and certifications before applying.

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