Short Hour LVN Direct Care Staff - Mental Health 619

Main Template•Anaheim, CA

3d•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) as prescribed by the physician. Provides safe, effective, and efficient implementation of direct care in accordance with established policies, procedures, and standards of care. The LVN/LPT Direct Care Staff shall work under the general direction of the Program Administrator. These Enhanced Behavioral Supports Homes (EBSHs) are adult residential facilities that provide 24-hour non-medical care in a homelike setting to individuals with developmental disabilities with challenging behaviors who require additional supports, staffing, and supervision. The homes offer person-centered planning, positive behavior supports, trauma-informed care, and other services and supports.

Requirements

High School Graduation or G.E.D.
Graduation from an accredited Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) /Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) program and current licensure
Current CPR/BLS certificate
Six months of prior experience providing direct care and special services to persons with developmental disabilities
Complete the required training for the Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification within 6 months of initial employment and obtain RBT certification within twelve months of initial employment or be a Qualified Behavior Modification Professional and maintain credential through employment
Within one year of employment, all direct care staff shall complete both segments of Direct Support Professional (DSP) competency-based training course including the competency tests or pass the department-approved challenge tests applicable to both training segments.
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must be CPR, CPI and First Aid certified (hands-on course) on date of employment or prior to providing direct client care and maintain current certification throughout employment
All opportunities at Telecare are contingent upon successful completion and receipt of acceptable results of the applicable post-offer physical examination, 2-step PPD test for tuberculosis, acceptable criminal background clearances, excluded party sanctions, and degree or license verification.
If the position requires driving, valid driver license, a motor vehicle clearance, and proof of auto insurance is required at time of employment and must be maintained throughout employment.
Additional regulatory, contractual, or local requirements may apply.
Valid and current driver’s license, and personal vehicle insurance with your name listed as a driver.
Willingness to use your personal vehicle to drive clients to appointments and groups, etc. (weekly mileage reimbursement at the IRS rate)
Willingness to use the company vehicle to drive clients to appointments and groups, etc.
Willingness to use your personal vehicle to attend meetings, etc. (weekly mileage reimbursement at the IRS rate)

Nice To Haves

Proof of prior successful completion of both training segments and competency exams will meet this requirement

Responsibilities

Provides recovery focused services related to the safe and appropriate administration of medical treatment (including medications) as prescribed by the physician.
Provides safe, effective, and efficient implementation of direct care in accordance with established policies, procedures and standards of care.
Works under the general direction of the Program Administrator.

Benefits

Paid Time Off
Nine Paid Holidays
Shift differentials for hourly staff (6% for PM Shift, 10% for Overnight Shift)
Weekend Shift differentials for hourly staff (5% for Weekend AM Shift, 11% for Weekend PM Shift, 15% for Weekend Overnight Shift)
Free CEUs
Free Supervision for BBS Associate License
Coaching
Mentorship
Online University Tuition Discount
Company Scholarships
Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
401K
Employee Stock Ownership Plan