Psychiatric Technician or LPN/LVN
About The Position
Spectrum Healthcare Resources is seeking a qualified Psychiatric Technician OR Behavioral Health LPN/LVN to support the Behavioral Health Clinic at Jacksonville Naval Base in Kings Bay, Georgia. This is a unique opportunity to work in a stable, mission-driven federal environment providing essential care to active-duty service members and their families. This position offers meaningful work, dependable hours, and a strong work-life balance with a consistent weekday schedule (Monday through Friday), no nights, weekends, or holidays, and federal holidays off. The role is in an outpatient clinic setting with a supportive team, a predictable workload, and a low-burnout environment.
Requirements
- US Citizenship
- Minimum of two (2) years of college coursework in Psychology, Behavioral Health, or a related field (for Psychiatric Technician)
- Active Psychiatric Technician certification (for Psychiatric Technician)
- At least one (1) year of experience as a Psychiatric Technician AFTER certification (for Psychiatric Technician)
- Two (2) professional letters of reference from supervisors or clinicians attesting to your skills and performance as a Psych Tech (dated within the last two years) (for Psychiatric Technician)
- Current BLS certification through the American Heart Association
- Graduate of a nursing program accredited by NLNAC or CCNE (for LPN/LVN)
- Active, unrestricted LPN/LVN license in any U.S. state (for LPN/LVN)
- Minimum of one (1) year of LPN/LVN experience (for LPN/LVN)
- Two (2) professional letters of reference attesting to your nursing skills (dated within the last two years) (for LPN/LVN)
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience in behavioral health or psychiatric nursing
Responsibilities
- Conducting mental health screenings and assisting with clinical interviews
- Supporting psychological testing and documentation
- Assisting with group and individual therapeutic activities
- Monitoring patient safety and emotional well-being
- Coordinating referrals and follow-up care
- Providing compassionate, professional support to service members coping with stress, trauma, and life transitions
- Administer medications and monitor patient response
- Recognize and report changes in patient condition
- Assist with diagnostic tests and treatment procedures
- Support providers with patient care coordination
- Educate patients and families on treatment plans
- Provide a calm, professional, and supportive presence in a mental health setting
Benefits
- Paid Time Off & Sick Leave
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Federal holidays off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
