LVN | LPT
- Pay
- $35 – $41 per hour
- Location
- Chula Vista, CA · On-site
- Job type
- Per diem
- Level
- Mid-level
- Listed
- 23 days ago
Skills & highlights for this role
- LVN license
- LPT license
- CPR
- First aid
- direct patient care
- nursing theory
- clinical supervision
Also useful
- mental health nursing
Stated benefits & perks
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 401k
- Paid sick leave
About the role
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)
Job Duties
The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) 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: On-Call
Qualifications
- Current licensure in California as an 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.
Benefits
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
Pay Range
$35—$40.57 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 of the Crestwood Family and the benefits available.
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About the Campus
Our services at Crestwood Chula Vista help clients recover with an enhanced sense of resilience, accessing a wide range of wellness tools and staff support. The mission of this program is to restore a sense of hope, empowerment, community/natural support inclusion, realized potential in each client, and psychiatric stabilization.
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.
Equal opportunity and legal notices
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.
Employment and advancement opportunities are extended to 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.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity check.
From Crestwood Behavioral Health's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on October 17, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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The LVN | LPT posting at Crestwood Behavioral Health states compensation of $35 – $41 per hour. It is listed as a per diem position. Final pay may depend on location, experience, and interview evaluation on Crestwood Behavioral Health's official career site.
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