Philadelphia

Pennsylvania

1667 live openings

Qualifications

Education

• Must be a high school graduate or have HS equivalent

Experience

• Previous experience working with clients with mental illnesses and/or substance abuse is preferred

Performance competencies

• Communication
• Decision Making
• Engagement
• Initiative and Accountability
• Interpersonal
• Learning
• Organizational Alignment
• Quality of Work

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge of Oklahoma Nurse Practice Act and OBN rules governing LPN scope of practice and supervision.
• Knowledge of psychiatric medications, side‑effect monitoring, and substance use considerations relevant to crisis populations.
• Skill in applying nursing care techniques in high‑acuity behavioral health environments.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, follow oral and written instructions, and exercise sound judgment under stress.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to establish therapeutic relationships.
• Emotional regulation, patience, and professionalism when working with individuals in crisis.
• Ability to lift, assist, and/or maneuver up to 50 pounds, walk for extended periods (up to 12 hours per shift) and perform required physical duties, including bending, standing, walking, and repetitive motion throughout the shift in support of direct client care and emergency response.

Certifications/Licenses

• Requires completion of LPN Program and active license as an LPN in the State of Oklahoma.

Other information

Safety sensitive

Job classification

This job is classified as a “safety-sensitive” position as defined by the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana and Patient Protection Act. Due to the “safety-sensitive” classification, an employee in this position would be subject to drug and alcohol testing, including random testing. Marijuana is one of the substances included in the drug panel screening. Possession of a medical marijuana license will not excuse you from the testing process or the consequences of testing positive for marijuana per the Family & Children’s Services Drug Free Workplace Policy, including possible revocation of a job offer or dismissal from employment.

Additional information

Availability to work nontraditional hours, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and overnight shifts, as required for a 24/7 Crisis Care Center.