Short Hour LVN Direct Care Staff - Mental Health 619

Main Template • Anaheim, CA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)/Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) Direct Care Staff 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, under the general direction of the Program Administrator.

The position is based at Telecare Palmview House in Anaheim, California, an Enhanced Behavioral Supports Home (EBSH). EBSHs are adult residential facilities providing 24-hour non-medical care in a homelike setting to people with developmental disabilities and challenging behaviors who need additional supports, staffing, and supervision. Services include person-centered planning, positive behavior supports, trauma-informed care, and other supports beyond those typically available in community-based homes.

This is a short-hour overnight position scheduled from 10:00 PM to 6:30 AM on Sundays and Mondays. The expected starting wage range is $28.43–$35.13, with geographic pay differentials; starting pay is commensurate with relevant experience above the minimum requirements. The role may require using a personal or company vehicle to transport clients to appointments and groups, and using a personal vehicle to attend meetings. Personal-vehicle mileage is reimbursed weekly at the IRS rate.

Requirements

• High school graduation or GED.
• Graduation from an accredited Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) program and current licensure.
• Current CPR/BLS certificate.
• Six months of prior experience providing direct care and special services to people with developmental disabilities.
• Complete required training for Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification within six months of initial employment and obtain RBT certification within twelve months of initial employment, or be a Qualified Behavior Modification Professional and maintain the credential throughout employment.
• Within one year of employment, complete both segments of the Direct Support Professional (DSP) competency-based training course, including competency tests, or pass the department-approved challenge tests applicable to both segments. Proof of prior successful completion of both training segments and competency exams meets this requirement.
• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Hold CPR, CPI, and First Aid certifications from hands-on courses on the date of employment or before providing direct client care, and maintain current certification throughout employment.
• Meet applicable post-offer physical examination, two-step tuberculosis PPD test, criminal background clearance, excluded-party sanctions, and degree or license verification requirements.
• Have a valid and current driver's license and personal vehicle insurance with the employee listed as a driver.
• Be willing to use a personal vehicle to drive clients to appointments and groups and to attend meetings.
• Be willing to use the company vehicle to drive clients to appointments and groups.

Responsibilities

• Provide recovery-focused direct care services.
• Administer medical treatment, including physician-prescribed medications, safely and appropriately.
• Implement direct care safely, effectively, and efficiently in accordance with established policies, procedures, and standards of care.
• Drive clients to appointments and groups using a personal or company vehicle as needed.
• Use a personal vehicle to attend meetings as needed.

Benefits

• Paid time off accrual for eligible employees working 20 or more hours per week, with pro-rated accrual for part-time schedules and annual carryover up to set caps.
• Nine paid holidays.
• Hourly shift differentials: 6% for PM shifts and 10% for overnight shifts.
• Hourly weekend shift differentials: 5% for weekend AM shifts, 11% for weekend PM shifts, and 15% for weekend overnight shifts.
• Free continuing education units (CEUs).
• Free supervision for BBS Associate License.
• Coaching and mentorship.
• Online University tuition discount and 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 for specified work travel.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED