What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse LPN - (FACT) position at RiseWell Community Services?
RiseWell Community Services is seeking a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Team in Richmond Hill, Queens, NY. This part-time position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals living with serious mental illness by providing community-based, recovery-oriented support.
In this role, you will provide management and administration of medications, in conjunction with the psychiatrist, and registered nurse as a member of a mobile, multidisciplinary treatment team for persons with severe mental illness and forensic involvement
The world does not run out of people to help…and we need people like YOU to help us make a positive change in the community!
Hours: 21 hours/week
QUALIFICATIONS:
Currently licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse by the New York State Education Department. Valid and clean NY State driver license. Minimum of 1 year of psychiatric experience in a treatment or rehabilitation setting. Fingerprinting, criminal record check, approval from NYS Office of Mental Health.
At RiseWell, we value a healthy work-life balance and prioritize the mental & physical wellness of our staff!
BENEFITS INCLUDE:
- Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision
- Retirement 401K Savings Plan with Employer Match
- Generous Paid Time Off for Full-time and Eligible Part-Time Employees
- 13 paid Holidays for Full-time and Eligible Part-Time Employees
- Long and Short Term Disability
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- CALM App Subscription
- Flexible Work Schedules
- Career Growth & Promotional Opportunities
- Comprehensive Paid Training
- Supplemental Accident, Illness and Hospitalization Insurance
- Supplemental Pet Insurance
- Encouragement for Educational Professional Advancement
- Employee Perks & Discounts on Broadway shows, theme parks, and other attractions
- Eligibility for Federal/Public Loan Forgiveness
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
RiseWell Community Services provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
ABOUT US:
Founded in 1972, RiseWell Community Services (RiseWell) is an innovative, multi-service, community-based social wellness agency. We are a major provider of health and wellness services, senior and children’s care, addiction recovery services, as well as affordable housing and support. RiseWell continues to serve thousands of community members across Suffolk, Nassau, Queens, Brooklyn, Bronx, and Manhattan.
RiseWell has developed innovative, successful programs that are designed to meet the needs of vulnerable populations, such as individuals in recovery, those living with chronic medical conditions, adult home residents, the homeless, low-income seniors and at-risk children
For more information about RiseWell Community Services, please visit our website https://www.risewell.org/
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