Licensed Vocational Nurse

Job Number: 24-12341

Job Summary: This Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) position will work to serve clients in the new crisis residential Therapeutic Diversion Program (TDP) at 15th St. The primary duties is to provide general health care support, training and education to clients in a clinical environment for ongoing stabilization with therapeutic interventions, relapse prevention services and facilitating transition and linkage for continuity of care to individuals experiencing challenges with mental health and/or substance abuse, homelessness and criminal justice involvement within the community. The LVN will assist with guiding and coordinating clients' treatment planning to include their desired goals and identified tasks for client self-care with applicable education, training, referrals and resources.

The LVN will be working alongside the multi-disciplinary clinical team to comply and adhere to contractual criteria, agency guidelines and program requirements. The LVN will work in close collaborations with the TDP Practice Manager (PM), the RN Supervisor (RNS), as well as the the TDP staff and other collaborating partners to continuously assess, develop and refine the services delivery system to assist clients' success, offering optimal care with compassion, trauma informed practices that promotes racial and health equity and using evidence-based practices. TDP is designed to offer longer term stabilization based on the clients' needs and goals while residing at the 15th St. unit. The LVN along with the PM, in conjunction with the RNS, will engage with other community supporting stakeholders to promote cohesive, comprehensive, quality and effective therapeutic diversion and deflection for individuals' to be able to establish a productive and positive foundation for sustainable, independent and healthier living.

This position is under the administrative supervision of the TDP PM and under the clinical oversight of the program's RNS.

Regular, predictable attendance is considered to be an essential requirement for this position. Other duties may be assigned. May require a flexible work schedule.

Integral Care employees are to be committed to fostering an open, inclusive, and supportive environment that welcomes and embraces diversity in all forms. Integral Care defines diversity broadly to include race, ethnicity, abilities (mental/physical), gender, gender identity, immigrant status, language, religion, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, veteran status, age, and other groups.

Integral Care employees are to strive to maintain a trauma sensitive workplace, to embrace trauma sensitive and informed practices, and to foster a supportive and welcoming environment of care.

Education:

Required:

• Graduation from an accredited LVN program.

License:

Required:

• Current LVN (Licensed Vocational Nurse) license in Texas.
• Current and valid driver's license and a clean driving record.

Experience:

Preferred:

• 1-2 years' experience providing direct care to persons with substance abuse, mental illness, or intellectual/developmental disabilities preferred.
• Bilingual preferred.

Hours: Part-Time.

Workdays: Saturday and Sunday.

Workhours: 8:00AM - 8:00PM.

Salary: $28.26 - $36.02 an hour depending on years of licensure, plus and additional 10% crisis stipend.

Why join us: Integral Care has proudly served Travis County residents for the past 50 years. As the largest provider of behavioral health services in Travis County, we are dedicated to improving the lives of adults and children living with mental illness, substance use disorder and intellectual and developmental disabilities.

By joining our team, you will find rewarding work every day alongside people who have as much compassion as you. Join us and together we can help improve the quality of life for the people we serve. Imagine your career at Integral Care!

Employee Benefits:

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

• Generous vacation/holiday/sick leave

• Life and Short-term/Long-term Disability Insurance

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• 403(b) retirement account

• Gold's gym membership discount

• Mileage reimbursement

Integral Care strives to maintain a diverse workforce. We encourage all to apply, including those who have knowledge and/or experience working with underserved populations, including Asian and Pacific Islander, Black/African American, Hispanic/Latino, and LGBTQA communities.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, sex or age.

For specific positions, additional compensation may be available to those who are bilingual in both English and one of the following languages: Spanish, Chinese, Vietnamese, Korean, or Burmese. (PM16)

LVN Keywords: Licensed Vocational Nurse, LVN, Licensed Practical Nurse, LPN, LVN Psychiatric Nurse, LVN Psych Nurse, LVN Staff Nurse, LVN Charge Nurse, LVN Case Manager, LVN Field Nurse, Mental Health Nurse