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Provide direct client care including medication administration and the formulation of nursing care plans for psychiatric patients. Engage with clients and families to monitor physical health status within a crisis residential treatment setting.
Requirements summary
Requires a valid California LVN or LPT license and current CPR and First Aid certifications. One year of experience serving persons with mental disabilities is required or must be completed via on-the-job training.
professional certificateMedication AdministrationPatient AssessmentCPRClient EngagementCrisis InterventionFirst AidPsychiatric CareNursing Care Planning
Job description
Partner with us in making a positive change!
Join a team where your work truly matters.
We're proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work for 8 years by our own employees.
We invite you to partner with us in our mission to improve mental healthcare.
Job Title: Mental Health LVN/LPT Division/Program: Olive View Crisis Residential Treatment- Valley Star Starting Compensation: 32.00-34.00 USD Per Hour Working Location: Sylmar, CA Working Hours/Shift: On-Call Why Join Our Team?
Competitive Compensation: Offering a salary that matches your skills and experience.
Generous Time Off: Enjoy ample vacation and holiday pay.
Comprehensive Benefits Package: Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Additional voluntary benefits to support your lifestyle.
Professional Growth Opportunities: On-the-job training with access to paid CEU opportunities.
Career development programs designed to help you grow.
Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT, ACSW, and APCC professionals (where applicable).
Employee Recognition & Rewards: A culture that celebrates and rewards your hard work and dedication What you bring to SBHG (Qualifications): One (1) year full-time equivalent experience working in a program serving persons with mental disabilities required OR completion of a minimum of 20 hours on-the-job training as defined by regulations within one (1) year of employment (in addition to the annually required 20 hours of training).
One (1) year medication administration experience preferred.
Valid California LVN or LPT license.
Valid California Driver’s license preferred.
Current CPR certification First Aid certification from persons qualified by agencies including but not limited to the American Red Cross.
How you will make a difference (Job Overview): The LVN / LPT provides direct client care including the administration of medications, including injections.
Engages clients and families to determine physical health status.
Formulates and implements an effective nursing care plan understanding psychiatric illness and its treatment as appropriate for Scope of Practice.
Demonstrates an understanding of age-related development and other issues for the population(s).
Division/Program Overview: 16-bed facilities Designed for adults with mental health challenges or a recent crisis who need intensive treatment.
24/7 programs as an alternative to urgent care or hospitalization.
Individuals can live on-site in a homelike setting for a short term while they receive counseling and learn basic living and interpersonal skills.
Able to receive physical and psychological evaluation, mental health, and case management services, in addition to assistance locating permanent housing.
samlopez@starsinc.com We are committed to providing a career-enhancing environment for dedicated professionals desiring to improve the lives of people living with mental health and other challenges to their well-being. SBHG currently employs approximately 1,900 people at more than 45 different sites throughout California. We serve more than 30,000 adults, children, youth and families annually throughout the state. We strongly value and are committed to having a truly diverse workforce and environment- including LGBTQ, cultural, racial, and ethnic diversity in our workforce.
