Provide specialized nursing care to adults in a 24-hour crisis stabilization setting as an alternative to psychiatric hospitalization. Responsibilities include monitoring medication self-administration, managing physical medical issues, and facilitating health and wellness groups.
Requirements summary
Must be a graduate of an accredited nursing program and a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) licensed by the Massachusetts Board of Registration. Preference is given to candidates with one year of experience in acute mental health or dual diagnosis settings.
associate degreebachelor degreeprofessional certificateRisk ManagementSafety PlanningPatient DocumentationCrisis StabilizationMedication MonitoringMental Health CarePhysical Health AssessmentStrength-Based InterventionsSolution-Focused TreatmentWellness Recovery Action Plans (WRAP)
Job description
Aspire Health and Community Services recognizes that attracting and retaining exceptional staff is the key to providing excellent care for our clients.
Whether a staff member is providing direct care to those we serve or working on the administrative end supporting the services we are proud to provide, each person’s contribution is highly valued.
Our mission, vision and values are supported by organizational culture guiding the work for every staff member: We are one compassionate, accountable community.
Working at Aspire Health and Community Services can provide enormous job satisfaction.
Your contribution is serving to help fulfill a mission, vision and values that support our belief that mental health is the foundation of a person’s overall health and we work to foster an environment that is safe and supportive and free of judgement or prejudice around mental health.
In addition, Aspire Health and Community Services offers a competitive package of compensation and benefits.
We are seeking an experienced Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to support our Community Crisis Stabilization (CCS) team.
In this role, you’ll provide specialized care to adults in a 24-hour crisis stabilization setting that serves as a medically necessary, less restrictive, and voluntary alternative to inpatient psychiatric hospitalization.
The CCS unit offers individuals access to our newly renovated 10 on-site beds during times of crisis where the length of stay is generally 3 to 5 days but is flexible to meet individual needs.
What You’ll Do: Monitoring and Documenting medication self administration during clients’ stay Monitoring client physical medical issues and working with direct care staff to arrange for acute medical care for clients when needed Facilitating health and wellness groups and activities Delivering treatment interventions that are strength based and solution-focused Encouraging consumer completed risk management/safety plans and Wellness Recovery Action Plans (WRAP) Completing documentation per shift as assigned Participating in ongoing required training Part time 16 hours/week Schedules available: Saturday and Sunday 7 AM - 3 PM Saturday and Sunday 3 PM - 11 PM Friday and Saturday 11 PM - 7 AM Required: Graduate of an accredited Nursing program (Diploma/Associates/or Bachelor’s degree) Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) must be licensed by the Massachusetts Board of Registration Reliable and independent problem-solver with the ability to work with minimal supervision when necessary Capacity to provide support and quality care to improve the physical and mental health of individuals served.
Benefits
Benefits Package
Competitive Compensation Package
One-year experience in an acute mental health and/or dual diagnosis setting (preferred) Familiarity with Recovery oriented treatment for severe mental illness (preferred) LPN shift differentials for the Stabilization Unit position are: 7a – 11p (Sat & Sun only) = Base + $1.00 11p – 7a (ANY day of the week) = Base + $2.00 3-11pm (Monday through Friday) = Base + $1.00 Compensation is based on candidate experience, qualifications, and certifications and licenses.
Annual ranges listed are based on a full-time, 40 hours per week position.
Salary Range
$31.25—$36.06 USD Aspire Health and Community Services is committed to and passionate about diversity, equity, and inclusion. We celebrate, support, and promote diversity of thought, culture, and backgrounds. As an employer committed to equal opportunity, we base all employment decisions on each individual’s capabilities and qualifications, without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetics, or any other protected characteristic. Aspire Health and Community Services strives to fully reflect the clients and communities we serve and believes that a diversity of interests and cultures leads to a stronger and more innovative organization.
