Psychiatric Licensed Practical Nurse

About the role

The nursing position at Merakey Adult Behavioral Health Services is responsible for completing and monitoring all medical requirements of the program. This role supports individuals in achieving wellness and recovery through person-centered relationships and services.

Responsibilities

• Completes and monitors all medical requirements of the program.
• Supports individuals in achieving wellness and recovery through person-centered relationships and services.
• Works in a Long-Term Structured Residence (LTSR) facility, providing care to individuals with mental illness.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited program and possess a valid PA Licensed Practical Nurse licensure - required.
• One year of psychiatric mental health paid or unpaid experience required.
• Knowledge and understanding of severe mental illness, recovery principles, and recovery driven service system required.
• Valid Driver’s License required.
• All Clearances required by OMHSAS regulations.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited program and possess a valid PA Licensed Practical Nurse licensure - required.
• One year of psychiatric mental health paid or unpaid experience required.
• Knowledge and understanding of severe mental illness, recovery principles, and recovery driven service system required.
• Valid Driver’s License required.
• All Clearances required by OMHSAS regulations.

Skills

• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Compassion and empathy for individuals with mental illness.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Healthcare advocacy support.
• Retirement plan with pre-tax and Roth options.
• DailyPay for immediate access to pay.
• On the Goga well-being platform with self-care tools and resources.
• Access to Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services.
• Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through EAP.
• Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships.
• Employee discounts and savings programs.
• Pryor Online Learning for free personal development classes.

Pay

$28.78/hour with our Enhanced Pay option.

Schedule

Full-time position.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Healthcare advocacy support.
• Retirement plan with pre-tax and Roth options.
• DailyPay for immediate access to pay.
• On the Goga well-being platform with self-care tools and resources.
• Access to Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services.
• Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through EAP.
• Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships.
• Employee discounts and savings programs.
• Pryor Online Learning for free personal development classes.

Merakey

Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. We are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply!