LPN - Part Time Direct Care

Job DetailsJob Location

• Springfield,
• MO 65807Salary
• Range: $28.00 Hourly Positions starting at $28.00 per hour! Are you interested in joining a rewarding non-profit career field with opportunities to make a difference in your community? The Arc invites you to join our team of value-driven and independent professionals. Help us fulfill our mission to support individuals with disabilities in enhancing the quality of their lives! Bring Your Experience to The Arc! Experience-based wages are available for those whose background is above and beyond the position's requirements. What is this job all about? The LPN position assists medically fragile clients in 12-hour shifts. You will enjoy a low-ratio setting and work-life balance! Look no further – you’ve found your match. If we didn’t get your attention yet - The Arc of the Ozarks also offers competitive pay and benefits. What will my day-to-day responsibilities look like? A Licensed Practical Nurse is both a mentor and a coach. In this position you will be working hands on with our clients to provide guidance and suggestions to empower their learning.
• You will do this by: providing training and supports to assigned persons served in: Dressing Bathing Personal hygiene House cleaning Laundry Other activities of daily living and all medical issue The purchasing of groceries Food preparation Administering medications The management of personal funds This employee assists in the implementation of personal plans; contributes to the development and maintenance of a therapeutic environment; and establishes effective interpersonal relationships with each person served, their parents and/or guardians, and other members of the support team. Work involves responsibility for observing and reporting information concerning the physical, mental, and behavioral condition of the persons served and for assisting in the maintenance of necessary records and reports to document these observations. Close supervision and direction is received from the LPN Program Supervisor, Team Manager, and RN Program Supervisor, and/or other staff members who review work through reports and direct observations. What do I need to be successful in this position? Possession of a current license and registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse issued by the State of Missouri. Previous experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities is preferred. Please see the full job description for complete list of duties and requirements.
• Here’s a little more: Excellent opportunities for growth and promotion within the organization. Setup for success with paid initial and ongoing training certifications and Professional Development Opportunities (CPR/ First Aid, MANDT verbal and physical de-escalation, Paraclete, Level One Med Aide, etc.) - Requires weekday, daytime availability for at least the first 2 weeks to complete necessary trainings for position. Potential for annual wage increases. Retirement Plan – Match up to 4% after one year. If you are passionate about making a meaningful difference in individual's lives, click on the link and apply now to join our team! Looking for more information? Give us a call at 417-771-3700 Ask for the Talent Aquisition Team Send us an Email at Jobs@thearcoftheozarks.org Don't forget to include your name and the position/location you are interested in. Checkout some videos about our organization and the individuals we support here