Licensed Vocational Nurse / Licensed Psychiatric Technician - On-Call

Partner with us in making a positive change! Join a community that’s changing mental healthcare for the better.
We have been certified as a Great Place to Work by our own employees for over 5 years running.
Looking forward to your partnership in making a difference with us! Job Title: LVN/LPT Division/Program: Rancho Los Amigos Crisis Residential Treatment- Central Star Starting Compensation: 30.
00 - 34.
00 USD Per Hour Working Location: Downey, CA Working Hours/Shift: On-Call What SBHG brings to you (benefits): Competitive compensation Company paid benefits package including medical, dental and vision and many other voluntary benefits for employees Generous vacation and holiday pay On the job training including paid CEU opportunities and career development AMFT, ACSW and APCC’s receive supervision for BBS hours (when applicable) Click here to learn more: https://www.
starsinc.
com/careers/employee-benefits 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 required.
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 residential 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: samlopez@starsinc.
com SBHG and its affiliates acknowledge all COVID 19 vaccination guidelines and mandates recommended by the State of California Department of Public Health.
For more details, please see: https://covid19.
ca.
gov/workers-and-businesses/#vaccination-testing-requirements Grade State Range: 27.
07 - 43.
31 USD Hourly