Location: Calipatria, CA

Start Date: 12-22-2025

End Date: 06-28-2026

Contract Type: Contract

Shift Type: Sunday-Thursday, 2:00 PM - 10:30 PM (day)

Hours per Week: 40

Candidate Pay Rate: $52 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate psychiatric care to patients in a correctional facility setting, ensuring dignity and safety
• Administer medications and document medication administration accurately and on time
• Conduct observations and assessments to identify changes in mental status and escalate concerns appropriately
• Use de-escalation techniques and crisis intervention skills to maintain a safe therapeutic environment
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to develop and follow individualized care plans
• Maintain thorough, timely documentation and follow facility and regulatory policies during every shift
• Participate in the two-week training program to learn facility-specific procedures and expectations

Qualifications

• Current and valid Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) license required
• Experience working with psychiatric or behavioral health populations preferred
• Ability to pass background clearance and any facility-required screenings for correctional work
• Strong communication skills and a calm, patient-centered approach to care
• Current basic life support (BLS) or CPR certification preferred or willing to obtain
• Willingness to complete facility onboarding and the two-week training schedule

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent and completion of a Psychiatric Technician program; LPT licensure required

Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge of psychiatric care principles and mental health conditions
• Skill in medication administration and safe documentation practices
• Proven de-escalation and crisis intervention techniques
• Ability to perform patient observations and report changes clearly
• Teamwork and communication skills for interdisciplinary collaboration
• Familiarity with correctional facility safety protocols is a plus

Benefits

• Competitive pay that respects your skills and dedication
• Guaranteed 40 hours per week so your schedule and budget are steady
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to support your career growth
• Paid time off to rest and recharge
• Referral bonus program — help us grow the team and get rewarded
• Supportive team environment with training and mentorship during your first weeks
• Access to employee assistance resources for wellbeing and resilience

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