LVN - Mental Health 166

Telecare Corporation•Santa Rosa, CA

19h•$30 - $37

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 as prescribed by a physician. The role implements direct care safely, effectively, and efficiently in accordance with established policies, procedures, and standards of care. Telecare Sonoma ACT (Assertive Community Treatment) is a community outreach program serving 60 adults ages 18 and older with serious, persistent mental illness and/or dual diagnosis.

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.
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 for client transportation and work-related meetings.
Successfully complete and receive acceptable results from applicable post-offer physical examination, two-step tuberculosis PPD 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 medications prescribed by a physician.
Implement direct care safely, effectively, and efficiently in accordance with established policies, procedures, and standards of care.
Use a personal vehicle to transport clients to appointments and groups, and to attend meetings.

Benefits

Paid time off accrual each pay period 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.
Shift differentials for hourly staff: 6% for PM shifts and 10% for NOC shifts.
Weekend shift differentials for hourly staff: 5% for weekend AM shifts, 11% for weekend PM shifts, and 15% for weekend NOC shifts.
Free continuing education units.
Free supervision for BBS Associate License.
Coaching and mentorship.
Online university tuition discount and company scholarships.
Medical, vision, and dental insurance.
401(k).
Employee Stock Ownership Plan.