LPN, Part-Time

Job Description

Job Description

Options for Community Living, Inc. is committed to helping Long Island's most vulnerable families and individuals live healthier, more stable, and productive lives. In 1982, Options was established to respond to the need for housing in the community for people with serious mental illness. Today, Options serves over 2,000 adults and children annually and manages more than 160 residential properties across Long Island. 

*$500 Sign-on Bonus!*

Options for Community Living, Inc. is looking for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team! An ideal candidate should meet the following requirements:

• Must be a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and must maintain an up to date professional license.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience serving individuals with severe and persistent mental illness or with developmental disabilities.
• Valid driver's license, safe driving record, valid auto insurance and access to a vehicle is required.

Our Benefits include:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Generous PTO: 5 Wellness Days, 10-22 Vacation Days, 8 Sick Days, 11 Paid Holidays - yearly
• 403(b) retirement plan with an employer match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Assistance
• Wellness Initiatives
• Paid Training & On-the-Job Training
• Promotional Opportunities
• Mileage reimbursement
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account

Salary Range: $26.00/hour - $33.00/hour

The above salary range represents Options for Community Living's good faith and reasonable estimate of potential compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job posting and may be modified in the future. When determining a salary offer, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., years of relevant experience, education level, language skillset, credentials, professional licensure, budget, and internal equity).

Schedule Options: 3 days/week, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM OR 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (21 hours/week)

Location: In person based out of our Ronkonkoma office, with field visits required.

Pay Type:  Non-exempt

Responsibilities:

The Mobile Residential Support Team (MRST) provides targeted, time-limited services to individuals transitioning to or stabilizing in OMH Supportive Housing. The Health Care Facilitator (LPN) will focus on providing education and skill building in the areas of mental and physical health, medication management, nutrition, fitness, and support systems. Services are designed to help participants acquire needed services and skills to manage their overall wellness independently. 

• Facilitate productive and ongoing communication between participant and healthcare providers.
• Help develop strategies to manage acute and chronic medical conditions.
• Liaise with home health aides as needed.
• Help improve skills in medication management and knowledge.
• Create linkages to mobile providers when needed to increase access to healthcare.
• Review medical follow-up and assist with needed referrals.
• Collaborate with participant and medical providers to determine appropriate medical needs.
• Coordinate referrals to Home Health Care agencies.
• Provide resources for obtaining affordable durable medical equipment.
• Implement safety guidelines.
• Identify health-related training needs for staff and participants.
• Conduct or identify groups on health-related topics for staff and participants.
• Assist with referrals to medical day programs and maintain contact with providers.
• Collaborate with housing agencies to facilitate reasonable accommodations when appropriate.
• Write progress notes. Review case management plans related to health objectives and prepare periodic reassessments.

Salary Range $26—$33 USD

Incredible people doing meaningful work. People come to work at Options to help improve the overall quality of life for individuals within the community. Our welcoming workforce is dedicated to helping the most vulnerable Long Islanders reach their fullest potential.