LVN / LPT Temporary
Stars Behavioral Health Group$30.00/hrLong Beach, CA USAFull timePosted 2d agoStill open, checked every night- Temporary
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This posting states $30 an hour. Open licensed practical nurse jobs in California post a median of $37.36 an hour, the middle half $33–$41.35, across 717 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post. Licensed practical nurses employed in California earn a median of $38.34 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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OSHA inspected Stars Behavioral Health Group, Inc in Long Beach, CA on 9 Mar 2026 and cited 5 violations (2 serious), most under California's workplace violence prevention rule for health care, $32,805 in penalties as they stand. A citation says what OSHA found then, not how the site is now. Workplace injuries and OSHA citations.
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About the job
Partner with us in making a positive change!
Join a team where your work truly matters. We're proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work for 8 years by our own employees. We invite you to partner with us in our mission to improve mental healthcare.
Job Title:
LVN/LPT Temporary
Division/Program:
Long Beach: Long Beach Behavioral Health Urgent Care Center
Starting Compensation:
28.00 - 30.00 USD Per Hour
Working Location:
Long Beach, CA
Working Hours/Shift:
Fri-Sun 7 pm - 7:00 am
Why Join Our Team?
- Competitive Compensation : Offering a salary that matches your skills and experience.
- Generous Time Off : Enjoy ample vacation and holiday pay.
Comprehensive Benefits Package
- Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Additional voluntary benefits to support your lifestyle.
Professional Growth Opportunities
- On-the-job training with access to paid CEU opportunities.
- Career development programs designed to help you grow.
- Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT, ACSW, and APCC professionals (where applicable).
Employee Recognition & Rewards : A culture that celebrates and rewards your hard work and dedication
What you bring to SBHG (qualifications)
- Licensure: Valid, active California Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) license.
- Education: Graduation from an accredited school of licensed vocational nursing or psychiatric technology; an associate degree is preferred.
- Experience:
- Minimum of one (1) year of experience providing treatment to individuals with mental illness in an inpatient setting.
- Minimum of one (1) year of experience in medication administration.
- Driving Requirement: Valid California Driver's License is preferred.
How you will make a difference (job overview):
The LVN/LPT provides direct client care including medications. Maintains vigilance over the general milieu within the facility to facilitate quality client care, optimum facility operations and preserve the safety of all therein. Visually and audibly observes, documents in writing and reports orally or in writing the physical or mental condition of patients to the Registered Nurse in charge of the facility on the shift and the attending physician. Orders, prepares, administers and documents the administration of medication for clients according to physician’s orders. Confirms delivery of all ordered medication(s) from pharmacy on shift worked. Responsible for writing summary on clients as assigned. Makes written or oral shift assignments and plans, organizes and directs the nursing activities of the unit (when needed and assigned) to assure quality care delivery.
Division & Program Overview
- Facility & Setting: 24/7 walk-in outpatient urgent care
- Clinical Services Rapid mental health evaluations, crisis intervention, and medication support
- Length of Stay: Short-term stabilization (up to 24 hours)
- Population Served: Serves up to 12 adults (18 + ) and 6 adolescents (ages 13-17)
Learn more about SBHG at : https://www.starsinc.com/stars-inc/
For Additional Information:
Stgarcia@starsinc.com
From Stars Behavioral Health Group's job posting, checked 13 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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