Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Youth Behavioral Health

Location: Hastings FL - Deep Creek Youth Academy
Job Type: Full-Time 
Pay: $30.00 - $33.00 per hour

About Youth Opportunity & Deep Creek Youth Academy (Hastings, FL)

Position Summary – LPN Job in Hastings, FL

Deep Creek Youth Academy accommodates 117 males aged 12–19 across multiple overlay programs—including IMH, CMH, SAOS, MHOS, BDD/DD, and medically complex care. Delivered within a trauma‑informed, 24/7 residential setting, youth receive individualized clinical services such as Skill Streaming, Living in Balance, MRT, and Impact of Crime, alongside therapeutic recreation, life skills training, and restorative justice. Onsite nursing, psychiatric care, licensed dietitian meals, incentive systems, and Youth Advisory Board input foster engagement. Length of stay is tied to treatment progress, criminogenic risk reduction, and readiness to reintegrate

LPN Job Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance


• 401(k) with up to 4% employer match with Immediate Vesting


• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays – Earn 4 hours of PTO every pay period


• Free RX delivery on most medications


• Tuition reimbursement and professional development


• Robust Employee Assistance Program


• Supportive, mission-driven work environment

Why Join Youth Opportunity?

• Be part of a team making a difference in the lives of vulnerable youth


• Gain experience in a growing field of youth mental health and residential care


• Work in a secure, structured, and supportive treatment environment


• Develop your skills through training, mentorship, and advancement opportunities

LPN Responsibilities

• Administer medications and monitor for reactions or side effects


• Conduct intake physical health assessments and screenings


• Document medical histories and maintain accurate health records


• Provide basic first aid and support emergency medical situations


• Collaborate with doctors, nurse practitioners, and behavioral health staff


• Communicate with guardians, case managers, and outside agencies


• Ensure compliance with state health regulations and treatment protocols

Required Qualifications

• Active LPN license in Florida


• Current CPR/BLS certification


• Ability to pass background check and drug screen


• Strong clinical judgment and organizational skills


• Willingness to work with youth in challenging situations

Preferred Experience

• 1+ years working in behavioral health, pediatrics, or juvenile residential care


• Experience with trauma-informed care and crisis intervention


• Familiarity with EMR systems and documentation standards

Other Requirements

• Physical Demands: Ability to lift/move up to 20 pounds and provide necessary physical services to clients. Must be free of communicable diseases as defined by the state and to the extent that knowledge is attainable under the law. Must be able to transport clients.


• Other: Must maintain an appropriate and valid state driver’s license. Must meet state criminal background check requirements.

How to Apply

Click “Apply Now” through Indeed to submit your application. Or visit http://www.youthopportunity.com/yourfuture to learn more about our mission and career opportunities.

Youth Opportunity is an Equal Opportunity Employer.