Full-Time Tu-Sat Field LVN/LPT - Mental Health 336
About The Position
The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)/Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) provides recovery-focused services related to the safe and appropriate administration of medical treatment, including medications prescribed by a physician. The role implements direct care safely, effectively, and efficiently in accordance with established policies, procedures, and standards of care. It requires driving throughout Orange County to provide psychiatric care to members. Telecare’s Assisted Outpatient Treatment (AOT) program in Orange County serves 45 adults ages 18 and older who have serious mental illness and have had two or more hospitalizations or incarcerations within the last 36 months, or have attempted to cause harm within the last 48 months. This is a full-time day position, Tuesday through Saturday, from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. The expected starting wage range is $28.43–$35.13, with geographic differentials applied according to the location where the role is performed. Starting pay is commensurate with relevant experience above the minimum requirements. Employment opportunities are contingent upon acceptable results from applicable post-offer physical examination, two-step tuberculosis PPD testing, criminal background clearances, excluded-party sanctions, and degree or license verification. Because the position requires driving, a valid driver’s license, motor vehicle clearance, and proof of auto insurance are required at employment and must be maintained. Additional regulatory, contractual, or local requirements may apply.
Requirements
- Graduate from an accredited LVN or LPT program and hold current licensure.
- Hold a current CPR/BLS certificate.
- Be at least 18 years of age.
- Hold current CPR, First Aid, and CPI certifications (hands-on course) by the date of employment or before providing direct client care, and maintain current certification throughout employment.
- Hold a valid and current driver’s license and personal vehicle insurance listing the applicant as a driver.
- Be willing to use a personal vehicle to drive clients to appointments and groups; weekly mileage is reimbursed at the IRS rate.
- Be willing to use a company vehicle to drive clients to appointments and groups.
- Be willing to use a personal vehicle to attend meetings; weekly mileage is reimbursed at the IRS rate.
- Meet applicable post-offer physical examination, tuberculosis testing, background clearance, excluded-party sanctions, and degree or license verification requirements.
- For this driving position, meet motor vehicle clearance requirements and maintain proof of auto insurance throughout employment.
Responsibilities
- Provide recovery-focused services related to the safe and appropriate administration of physician-prescribed medical treatment, including medications.
- Implement direct care safely, effectively, and efficiently in accordance with established policies, procedures, and standards of care.
- Drive throughout Orange County to provide psychiatric care to members.
- Use a personal vehicle or company vehicle to drive clients to appointments and groups.
- Use a personal vehicle to attend meetings.
Benefits
- Paid time off accrual for eligible employees working 20 or more hours per week; part-time accrual is prorated, with annual carryover up to set caps.
- Nine paid holidays.
- Hourly shift differentials, including weekend differentials.
- Free continuing education units (CEUs).
- Free supervision for BBS Associate License.
- Coaching and mentorship.
- Online University tuition discount.
- Company scholarships.
- Medical insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- Dental insurance.
- 401(k).
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan.
- Weekly mileage reimbursement at the IRS rate for approved personal-vehicle use.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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