-1-3 years of experience

-Medication oversight and training

-Assisting intake periodically with referrals to facilitate decision making or timely admission, when there are health-related reg flags, or problems getting the medications from the referring party.

-Working directly or indirectly with clients with severe mental illness.

-Leads health-related group sessions, including med management weekly.

-The nurse acts as a liaison to the pharmacy and assists in coordinating medical attention, lab work, and medications.

-Takes the lead role in collaboration with the directors and doctors to problem-solve medication matters.

-Conducts training sessions for non-medical staff.

-The nurse is also key to helping the directors coordinate psychiatric appointments, including telehealth sessions, and ensure adherence to medication procedures.

-Assisting with ensuring the doctor has the information he needs, as well as ensuring timely and accurate follow-up and follow-through with orders from the day.

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-Actively participates in team meetings to help develop comprehensive care plans, including discharge planning.

-This position is integral to fostering effective teamwork and enhancing client wellness in our community setting.

-This position acts as a role model for our team members.

Additional Information

-Shift time is 9-5:30, M-F

-Occasional Saturday (very infrequent)

-Must be on site 5x a week

-Lot parking is first come first serve, street parking available

-Looking for someone who is PASSIONATE about Behavioral Health

-Excited to bring someone on who wants to be a long term part of the team (contract to hire model...last individual was in role for 2.5 years)

-Must be comfortable working with those who are severely mentally ill

-Focus is on harm reduction, not discontinued use

-Will NOT have to handle caring for someone who can't use the bathroom, shower alone, etc.

-Patients will be self sufficient from a traditional health care standard

-Opportunity to truly make an impact on the team and the community

3-5 Must Have Skills/Qualifications:

-2-5 years of experience in Behavioral Health

-Correct licensing

Soft Skill/Attribute Requirements:

-Passion for behavioral health

-Interest in the development and education of other teammates

-Team player mentality

Benefits:

-Weekly Pay

-Direct Deposit on Fridays

-Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision

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