Description
"They made it easier for me to live, breathe, eat, and stay clean. Without them, I'd be waiting somewhere, waiting for someone to give me a chance to live..." - Client from Telecare
What You Will Do to Change Lives
This supervisory position provides recovery focused services related to the safe and appropriate administration of medical treatment (including medications) as prescribed by the physician. Behavioral Health Specialists and LVNs / LPTs.
SHIFTS
Shifts vary as needed | 8 : 30am - 5 : 00pm and additional hours varied as needed | Days Monday - Friday and additional days varied as needed
Expected starting wage range is $34.43 - $42.52.Telecare applies geographic differentials to its pay ranges. The pay range assigned to this role will be based on the geographic location from which the role is performed. Starting pay is commensurate with relevant experience above the minimum requirements.
What You Bring to the Table (Must Have)
- Graduation from an accredited LVN or LPT program and current licensure
- Current CPR / BLS certificate
- Two (2) years of LVN / LPT experience in health care environment
- One (1) year of supervisory experience
- For Community Crisis Homes :
- Must obtain a Registered Behavior Technician credential within sixty (60) days of initial employment and maintain credential through employment; For Los Angeles County CRT homes One (1) year experience providing direct care to individuals with mental disabilities
- One (1) year experience providing direct care to individuals with Developmental Disabilities
- Within one year of employment, all direct care staff shall complete both segments of Direct Support Professional (DSP) competency-based training course including the competency tests or pass the department-approved challenge tests applicable to both training segments. Proof of prior successful completion of both training segments and competency exams will meet this requirement
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Must be CPR, Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI), and First Aid certified on date of employment or within 60 days of employment and maintain current certification throughout employment
- All opportunities at Telecare are contingent upon successful completion and receipt of acceptable results of the applicable post-offer physical examination, 2-step PPD test for tuberculosis, acceptable criminal background clearances, excluded party sanctions, and degree or license verification. If the position requires driving, valid driver license, a motor vehicle clearance, and proof of auto insurance is required at time of employment and must be maintained throughout employment. Additional regulatory, contractual, or local requirements may apply
Valid and current driver's license, and personal vehicle insurance with your name listed as a driver.
Willingness to use your personal vehicle to drive clients to appointments and groups, etc. (weekly mileage reimbursement at the IRS rate)
Willingness to use your personal vehicle to attend meetings, etc. (weekly mileage reimbursement at the IRS rate)
Preferred :
Previous experience with population to be served and / or work in a similar program settingUnderstanding of psychiatric illness and its treatment, and knowledge of psychotropic medicationESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Demonstrates the Telecare mission, purpose, values, and beliefs in everyday language and contact with internal and external stakeholdersFor Community Crisis Homes supports Administrator by sharing 24-hour on call responsibilities on a schedule to be determined by Administrator and Direct Care Leads; Requires carrying program cell phone and being first contact for program support during scheduled on call shifts; Must be available to come to program within 30 minutes in case of emergencyOversees and provides direct nursing careOrganizes, prioritizes, and delegates work on the assigned shiftContingent upon program structure and needs, assumes charge or shift lead responsibility, as neededSupervises designated staff; provides orientation and training; directs the recruitment, selection, and when necessary, disciplinary action for designated direct reportsEstablishes and maintains a therapeutic relationship with members servedProvides nursing care and assists in the welcoming, admissions, and discharge processesCollects data relevant to the care of members served; develops and implements nursing care plansDemonstrates knowledge of crisis management and interventionTranscribes physician orders accurately and in a timely mannerAdministers medication and treatments to members servedAdheres to medication management policies and proceduresCoordinates and participates in counting medications and giving report at the beginning and end of each shiftReceives and presents change of shift reports as assignedNotifies the prescriber and nursing supervisor of any changes in behavior or conditionDocuments the progress of members served toward their Recovery Plan goalsAttends and participates in community meetings and groupsActively participates in multidisciplinary team meetings and treatment planning meetingsIf employed at inpatient program, must assist with restraint of members served in the event of assaultive behavior and pass assault crisis / crisis prevention trainingIf employed at outpatient program, must evade members served in the event of assaultive behavior and pass assault crisis / crisis prevention trainingDu ties and responsibilities may be added, deleted, and / or changed at the discretion of management.
SKILLS
Ability to review and implement Recovery / Treatment plansAbility to administer oral and injectable medicationsAbility to provide input by reporting observations and concerns, and ask appropriate questionsAbility to implement crisis de-escalation techniquesPHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
The employee is occasionally required to sit, squat, kneel, twist, push, pull and lift and carry items weighing 25 pounds or less as well as to frequently walk, stand, bend, reach and do simple and power grasping. The position requires manual deviation, repetition and dexterity as well as Hazardous Exposure (Blood Borne Pathogens, Hospital Waste, Chemical & Infectious).
What's In It For You
Paid Time Off : For Full Time Employee it is 16.7 days in your first yearNine Paid Holidays & Shift differentials for hourly staff (6% for PM Shift, 10% for Overnight Shift). Weekend Shift differentials for hourly staff (5% for Weekend AM Shift, 11% for Weekend PM Shift, 15% for Weekend Overnight Shift)Free CEUs, free Supervision for BBS Associate License, coaching, and mentorshipOnline University Tuition Discount and Company ScholarshipsMedical, Vision, Dental Insurance, 401K, Employee Stock Ownership PlanFor more information visit : https : / / www.telecarecorp.com / benefitsJoin Our Compassionate Team
Telecare's mission is to deliver excellent and effective behavioral health services that engage individuals in recovering their health, hopes, and dreams. Telecare continues to advance cultural diversity, humility, equity, and inclusion at all levels of our organization by hiring mental health peers, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, veterans, and all belief systems.
Telecare Sonoma ACT (Assertive Community Treatment) is a community outreach program that serves 60 adults, ages 18+, with serious, persistent mental illness, and / or dual diagnosis.
EOE AA M / F / V / Disability
If job posting references any sign-on bonus internal applicants and applicants employed with Telecare in the previous 12 months would not be eligible.
Qualifications
Licenses & Certifications
Licensed Psychiatric Tech (required)
Licensed Vocational Nurse (required)
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