Full Time Mental Health LPN

Job Level : Entry Level (less than 2 years)

Family Guidance Centers, Inc. (FGC), a not-for-profit behavioral healthcare organization, treats and prevents substance use disorder, as well as an array of other related problems. Since 1969, FGC’s comprehensive programming has educated and guided individuals toward their full potential as productive members within their own families and our society. Family Guidance Centers, Inc seeks to support the behavioral health of individuals, families, and communities through our commitment to innovation, accountability, and compassionate care to facilitate positive, lasting change.

Processes patients from assessment to discharge in both medication assisted treatment and drug free treatment programming.

Dispenses all medication under procedures set forth by Family Guidance Center, Substance Use Prevention and Recovery, Clinical Sustainability Assessment Tool and the Drug Enforcement Administration.

Monitors the appropriateness of methadone and medication dosages.

Monitors the physical & mental health well-being of patients and documents findings.

Must be available to travel if needed.

Schedule: Five days a week; rotating (6:00a - 2:30p)

Start Date: ASAP

Work Locations: 333 W. Evergreen St., Manteno

Pay Rate: $30.00

Family Guidance Centers, Inc. is a Drug Free Environment (including THC and/or CBD).

DCFS clearance required.

Family Guidance Centers, Inc. is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity without regard for race, ethnicity, pregnancy, gender, protected veterans status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or religion.

Experience and Skills:
Education and/or Experience: One year experience in Behavioral Health Care or hospital setting. Individual must possess good communication skills. General basic nursing and medical terminology knowledge. Must have knowledge of substance abuse pathology. Must have knowledge of all state and federal rules and regulations.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: L.P.N. registered in the State of Illinois and certified in CPR required

Family Guidance Centers Inc. offers opportunities for individuals with an interest in behavioral health. Our organization provides a comprehensive benefit package for full time employment that includes:

Health Insurance

Vision

Life Insurance

EAP

Vacation, sick and personal days with paid holidays off are included in our paid time off compensation package

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