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Job Title:
LVN /LPTDivision/Program:
Olive View Crisis Residential Treatment - Star ViewStarting Compensation:
32.00 - 34.00 USD Per HourWorking Location:
Sylmar, CAWorking Hours/Shift:
On- Call/ Per DiemWhy 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 the Role (Qualifications):
Licensure & Credentials:
- Active, valid California Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) license.
- Current CPR certification.
- Current First Aid certification from an approved agency (such as the American Red Cross).
Experience & Training (Must meet one of the following):
- One (1) year of full-time equivalent experience working in a program serving individuals with mental disabilities; OR
- Commitment to complete a minimum of 20 hours of regulatory on-the-job training within the first year of employment (this is in addition to standard annual training requirements).
Preferred Qualifications:
- One (1) year of experience with medication administration.
- Valid California Driver’s License.
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.
Learn more about SBHG at: https://www.starsinc.com/stars-inc/
For Additional Information:
[email protected]Skills Required
- Active, valid California Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) license.
- Current CPR certification.
- Current First Aid certification from an approved agency (such as the American Red Cross).
- One (1) year of full-time equivalent experience working in a program serving individuals with mental disabilities OR commitment to complete a minimum of 20 hours of regulatory on-the-job training within the first year.
- Experience with medication administration (including injections).
- Valid California Driver's License.
What We Do
STARS is a therapist-owned and operated school contracting agency based in Arizona. They provide specialized services to public schools by employing Speech Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, Special Education Teachers, and School Psychologists. Their mission is to provide excellent services to clients while ensuring a supportive and rewarding environment for their employees, striving to be the best employer in the education and therapy sector.
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