Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Per Diem

Description

Being a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) has many advantages

As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at Devereux, you will be a critical part of a multi-disciplinary team of dedicated, experts who share your passion for helping children in need. We offer:

• A strong support system, forward-thinking in their clinical practice and research

• An environment where you can to be an active decision maker on multi-disciplinary teams with the ability to have influence in our children’s treatment plans

• A unique medical setting with flexible schedules conducive to a comfortable, work-life balance

• A culture that upholds a Servant Leadership perspective and provides paid training

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Glenholme School provides programs and services for students ages 10-21 with autism spectrum disorders, including Asperger's, ADHD, OCD, Tourette’s, depression, anxiety, and various learning differences. Located in Washington, CT the LPN ensures that the minors’ health care needs are addressed by conducting an initial nursing assessment, administering medication, and triaging medical needs on a daily basis.

Keywords: Nurse, LPN, BSN, triage Nurse, CPR certified, nursing, health care, behavioral health, mental health, children, adolescents, caseworker, residential treatment, child welfare, human services

Qualifications

Qualifications:

The IDEAL candidate will...

• Have a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing and completion of accredited LPN program

• Have a current and valid LPN license in the state of Connecticut

• Have at least one year of relevant experience in the field of nursing, particularly with children and youth

• Have a valid driver's license and minimum 21 years of age

• Be empathetic and have a team approach to care for our individuals

• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Be energetic, creative, and have a sense of humor

• Be able to attend ten days of in-house orientation on weekdays

• Be able to lift up to 50+ pounds and perform Safe and Positive Approaches

Company Overview

Company Overview

Devereux is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit organizations, providing services, insight and leadership in the evolving field of behavioral healthcare. Founded in 1912, Devereux operates a comprehensive national network of clinical, therapeutic, educational and employment programs that positively impact the lives of 10,000+ children, adults – and their families – every year.

Our Mission: Devereux changes lives – by unlocking and nurturing human potential for people living with emotional, behavioral or cognitive differences.

With nearly 6,500 employees working in programs across the country, Devereux is a trusted partner for families, schools and communities, serving individuals in the areas of autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, specialty mental health, education and foster care.

Our Culture, Our Expectations

At Devereux, Servant Leadership is embedded throughout our culture and every aspect of our organizational framework. Our mission-driven, people-first mindset is at the heart of the compassionate and high-quality programming we provide – every day – for the individuals and families we serve, and other key stakeholders. Devereux offers challenging and exciting work, and our team environment creates an empowering, positive and rewarding atmosphere. To be successful at Devereux, you will: put the needs of others first, feel called to serve and called to lead. As a member of our team, you will be a significant part of our commitment to providing a welcoming and supportive work environment across all programs and services, and within all policies and employee practices.

We believe a workplace rooted in inclusivity – offering a sense of belonging to all those who walk through our doors – is fundamental to delivering the highest quality healthcare services. Through open dialogue and the creation of brave spaces, we will engage in work that gives each of us a chance to change the world – one person, one family, one community at a time.

What Devereux Offers You

In addition to a competitive salary, Devereux provides a comprehensive health and welfare program to eligible full-time employees, family members and domestic partners. Eligible employees are eligible to start benefits after 30 days of employment. In addition, we offer;

• Medical (including telemedicine via phone, web, app), dental, prescription drug, preventative care, and mental health services.

• Student loan debt assistance, tuition reimbursement and continuing education assistance.

• Generous time-off (start accruing 1st day), 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit, and voluntary/employee paid supplemental life and accident coverage.

• Employee assistance / work-life balance program.

Visit see why Devereux is a great place to work!

Devereux is a drug-free workplace, drug screening required. EOE

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Posted Date 1 week ago (8/18/2026 2:15 PM)

Requisition ID 2026-52613

Category Medical

Position Type Part-Time

Location : City Washington

Location : State/Province CT

Location : Country US

The employment policies of Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health are to recruit and hire qualified employees without discrimination because of race, religion, creed, color, age, sex, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, disability, veteran status, communication ability, gender identity or expression or sexual orientation and to treat them equally with respect to compensation and opportunities for advancement - including upgrading, promotion and transfer - consistent with individual skills and the needs of Devereux.