The Behavioral Wellness Center at Girard·Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Provide direct nursing care, administer medications, and monitor patient reactions within a behavioral health and substance use treatment program. Collaborate with the multidisciplinary clinical team to document care, manage crises, and support patient recovery goals.
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) | Behavioral Health | Substance Use | Overnight Shift
Overview The Behavioral Wellness Center at Girard is seeking a dependable and professional Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our behavioral health nursing team within the Miracles in Progress program. This position follows a consistent overnight schedule of 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM every Sunday.
The Miracles in Progress program provides long term recovery services for chronically homeless men with substance use disorders and co occurring mental health conditions. The program is designed to support stability, recovery, and reintegration into the community through structured care and ongoing clinical support.
This role is ideal for nurses who are experienced or interested in behavioral health, addiction treatment, and working within a multidisciplinary care team. This position offers a consistent schedule and the opportunity to make a direct impact in a recovery focused environment.
Work Environment This is a fully onsite position within a behavioral health and residential treatment setting. The role requires the ability to remain calm and responsive in high pressure situations, including behavioral health emergencies and crisis intervention scenarios.
Pre Employment and Workplace Policy Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of all pre employment requirements, including a physical examination, background check, verification of employment, and drug screening. The Behavioral Wellness Center at Girard is a Drug Free Workplace, and all employees are expected to comply with workplace policies and standards of conduct.
Equal Opportunity Employer The Behavioral Wellness Center at Girard is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE M F D V). We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage all qualified candidates to apply.
Must be a graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing program and hold an active LPN license in Pennsylvania. CPR certification is required, and experience in behavioral health or substance use treatment is strongly preferred.
Market context
Behavioral health employers in Pennsylvania often seek candidates with direct patient care experience, and roles can be more competitive when applicants also bring phlebotomy certification or experience in crisis, detox, or acute psychiatric settings. This posting requires a high school diploma or GED plus at least one year of patient care experience, and the listed requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description to save you research time. If you’re considering applying, review whether your experience matches the setting and be ready to highlight any behavioral-health or phlebotomy background.