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NCW Staffing Inc

Psychiatric Technician

Pay: $54/hr

Posted: 2 weeks ago

Location: Salinas, CA (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 week ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/22/2026

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What they do

A Mental Health or Psychiatric Technician cares for patients with mental illnesses. Works under the direction of a physician and works with specialists involved in mental health care, such as psychiatrists and therapists. Monitors patient symptoms and administers medications. Works in a mental health facility or in a hospital or other healthcare facility.

$45,827 / year median in California

+22% projected growth

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Job Description

Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT)•

Correctional Facility Location:

Soledad, CA NCW Staffing is actively seeking a Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) for an exciting opportunity at a Correctional Facility in Soledad, CA . If you're looking for competitive pay, a long-term assignment, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, we'd love to hear from you!

Position Details Pay Rate:

$54.00/hour

Open Positions:

Assignment Length:

27 weeks (with the possibility of extension or renewal)

Shift Length:

8-hour shifts

Estimated Start Date:

4-6 weeks

Available Schedules Thursday-Monday:

6:00 AM•2:30 PM or 2:00 PM•10:30

PM Saturday-Wednesday:

2:00 PM•10:30

PM Friday-Tuesday:

6:00 AM•2:30

PM Wednesday-Sunday:

2:00 PM•10:30 PM Minimum Qualifications Active California Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) license Minimum 1 year of LPT experience Current BLS Certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) NCW Staffing Support We assist qualified candidates with the onboarding process, including: Physical Examination Drug Screening Fit Mask Testing Background Check Ready to Apply? For more information or to submit your application, contact: Kim Griffin Talent Specialist |

NCW Staffing Direct:

(619) 431-1993

Fax:

(866) 528-5366 kim@ncwstaffing.com www.ncwstaffing.com

Job Types:

Full-time, Contract Pay:

$54.00 per hour

Experience:

Psychiatric Technician:

1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

Licensed Psychiatric Technician (Required) BLS Certification (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Salinas, CA 93915 (Required) Willingness to travel: 25% (Required)

Work Location:

In person