LPN or close to graduating: Thompson CT

What you’ll do: You will make a difference in the lives of the young men and woman we support who present with challenging multiple diagnosis. You will have the opportunity to participate in medication administration, triage and basic first aid, developing care plans, maintaining student safety, and monthly documentation. You will provide empowering support, enabling students to live fuller lives & safely explore & pursue their dreams.

What you’ll get:

- Work within a small but diverse team that values your input.

- Opportunities to advance your career

- Amazing Benefit Package including tuition reimbursement, excellent health/dental insurance, employer-matched 401k, and more!

What We Are Looking For:

- Your positive and supportive approach

- Your critical thinking skills and ability to think “outside the box”

- Your willingness and desire to provide services above and beyond “the norm”

What We Require:

-Hold a current LPN or RN license in good standing or close to obtaining

-Ability to obtain Connecticut State nursing licensure.

-A valid driver’s license.

-Ability to be certified in American Red Cross CPR/First Aid

-Ability to be certified in Building Communities of Care (verbal de-escalation and physical intervention)

-Experience in a mental health, residential or medical setting with adolescents preferred.

-Ability to express ideas clearly both in written and oral communications.

-Knowledge of basic Microsoft computer systems and Internet capabilities.

-Pass Background Checks

Who We Are: Who we are: The Susan Wayne Center of Excellence (SWCE) provides intensive, staff secure, educational and living experiences for male and female adolescents intended to cultivate excellence in all areas of growth and functioning, while preparing them for increased independence as they move into young adulthood.

At SWCE, comprehensive and individualized treatment and programming builds on existing strengths and competencies to address the multiple, adverse life challenges often experienced by residents and their families within a structured and evidenced based treatment and educational framework within a residential setting that encompasses 24hrs/ 7days weekly.

JRI is an equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to building and maintaining a diverse community. Persons from diverse backgrounds including women, communities of color, the LGBTQ community and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Please send resumes

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Tuition reimbursement

Medical specialties:

• Pediatrics

Physical setting:

• School

Standard shift:

• Evening shift

Weekly schedule:

• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Thompson, CT 06277: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

License/Certification:

• LPN or are you close to obtaining one (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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