Weekend PM LVN/LPT - Mental Health 604

Telecare Corporation • Downey, CA

8d • $28 - $35

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.

The position is with a 16-bed Crisis Residential Treatment program providing short-term, 24/7 crisis residential services for adults age 18 and older experiencing acute psychiatric distress. Services help clients avoid inpatient hospitalization, emergency services, and incarceration; regain stability in a safe, homelike environment; work toward longer-term recovery goals; and connect with stable housing and ongoing treatment.

The listed schedule is Saturday and Sunday, 3:00 PM–11:30 PM. The expected starting wage range is $28.43–$35.13; the assigned range varies by geographic location, and starting pay depends on relevant experience above the minimum requirements.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) program and hold current licensure.
• Hold a current CPR/BLS certificate.
• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Be CPR, First Aid, and CPI certified through hands-on courses by the date of employment or before providing direct client care, and maintain current certification throughout employment.
• Have a valid and current driver's license and personal vehicle insurance listing the employee as a driver.
• Be willing to use the company vehicle to drive clients to appointments and groups.
• Be willing to use a personal vehicle to attend meetings.
• Successfully complete the applicable post-offer physical examination, two-step PPD tuberculosis test, criminal background clearances, excluded party sanctions, and degree or license verification.
• If driving is required, maintain a valid driver's license, motor vehicle clearance, and proof of auto insurance throughout employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide recovery-focused services related to the safe and appropriate administration of medical treatment, including physician-prescribed medications.
• Implement direct care safely, effectively, and efficiently in accordance with established policies, procedures, and standards of care.
• Use the company vehicle to transport clients to appointments, groups, and other activities.
• Use a personal vehicle to attend meetings.

Benefits

• Paid time off for eligible employees working 20 or more hours per week, with prorated accrual for part-time schedules and annual carryover up to set caps.
• Nine paid holidays.
• Hourly shift differentials: 6% for PM shift and 10% for NOC shift.
• Hourly weekend shift differentials: 5% for Weekend AM, 11% for Weekend PM, and 15% for Weekend NOC.
• Free continuing education units.
• 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 use of a personal vehicle.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed