Stars Behavioral Health Group·Downey, California
Provide direct client care including medication administration and the formulation of nursing care plans for adults with mental health challenges. Engage with clients and families to monitor physical health status within a crisis residential treatment setting.
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Rancho Los Amigos Crisis Residential Treatment - Valley Star
32.00-34.00 USD Per Hour
Working Location: Downey, CA
Working Hours/Shift: on- call/ per diem
Offering a salary that matches your skills and experience.
Generous
Time
Off: Enjoy ample vacation and holiday pay.
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
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).
Comprehensive physical/psychological evaluations, mental health counseling, and case management.
Life-skills and interpersonal training, paired with dedicated assistance for locating permanent housing.
https://www.starsinc.com/stars-inc/ [https://www.starsinc.com/stars-inc/]
samlopez@starsinc.com
Must hold a valid California LVN or LPT license along with current CPR and First Aid certifications. Requires either one year of experience in mental disability programs or a commitment to complete 20 hours of regulatory on-the-job training.
Market context
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