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Full-Time M-F Field LVN/LPT - Mental Health 127

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Telecare Corporation

Santa Maria, California

Posted Sep 4

Shift
8-hour days
Hours a week
40
Unit
Psych

What the listing says

Role

Schedule
8-hour days · 5 a week · 40 hours
Weekends
No weekends
Term
Permanent
Setting
Behavioral Health
Accepts
LVN

Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.

Pay

Against the board
This role$32/hr
nursing in California$49/hr

The median for nursing in California is $49/hr, across 1912 postings. It covers every nursing role in the state, so it is a bearing, not a like-for-like comparison.

About this role

“They made it easier for me to live, breathe, eat, and stay clean. Without them, I’d be waiting somewhere, waiting for someone to give me a chance to live...” - Client from Telecare

What You Will Do to Change Lives

The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)/Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) provides recovery focused services related to the safe and appropriate administration of medical treatment (including medications) as prescribed by the physician. Provides safe, effective, and efficient implementation of direct care in accordance with established policies, procedures and standards of care.

*This role involves driving throughout Santa Maria to provide psychiatric care to our members*

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Shifts Available

Full-Time | DAYS | Shifts: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM | Days: Monday – Friday

Expected starting wage range is $28.43 - $35.13. Telecare applies geographic differentials to its pay ranges. The pay range assigned to this role will be based on the geographic location from which the role is performed. Starting pay is commensurate with relevant experience above the minimum requirements.

What You Bring to the Table (Must Have)

Graduation from an accredited Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) /Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) program and current licensure Current CPR/BLS certificate Must be at least 18 years of age Must be CPR, First Aid, and CPI certified (hands-on course) on date of employment or prior to providing direct client care and maintain current certification throughout employment All opportunities at Telecare are contingent upon successful completion and receipt of acceptable results of the applicable post-offer physical examination, 2-step PPD test for tuberculosis, acceptable criminal background clearances, excluded party sanctions, and degree or license verification. If the position requires driving, valid driver license, a motor vehicle clearance, and proof of auto insurance is required at time of employment and must be maintained throughout employment. Additional regulatory, contractual, or local requirements may apply.

Valid and current driver’s license, and personal vehicle insurance with your name listed as a driver. Willingness to use your personal vehicle to drive clients to appointments and groups, etc. (weekly mileage reimbursement at the IRS rate) Willingness to use the company vehicle to drive clients to appointments and groups, etc. Willingness to use your personal vehicle to attend meetings, etc. (weekly mileage reimbursement at the IRS rate)

What’s In It For You*

Paid Time Off: Eligible employees (20+ hours/week) earn PTO each pay period for vacation and personal needs, with pro-rated accrual for part-time schedules and annual carryover up to set caps. Nine Paid Holidays &

  • Shift differentials for hourly staff (6% for PM Shift, 10% for NOC Shift). Weekend
  • Shift differentials for hourly staff (5% for Weekend AM Shift, 11% for Weekend PM Shift, 15% for Weekend NOC Shift)

Free CEUs, free Supervision for BBS Associate License, coaching, and mentorship Online University Tuition Discount and Company Scholarships Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance, 401K, Employee Stock Ownership Plan For more information visit: https://www.telecarecorp.com/benefits (https://www.telecarecorp.com/benefits)

Join Our Compassionate Team

Telecare's mission is to deliver excellent and effective behavioral health services that engage individuals in recovering their health, hopes, and dreams. Telecare continues to advance cultural diversity, humility, equity, and inclusion at all levels of our organization by hiring mental health peers, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, veterans, and all belief systems.

Santa Maria ACT (Assertive Community Treatment) provides integrated treatment services to 100 adults; over the age of 18, whose lives are impacted by severe and persistent mental illness and co-occurring conditions.

EOE AA M/F/V/Disability

*May vary by location and position type

Full Job Description will be provided if selected for an interview.

If job posting references any sign-on bonus internal applicants and applicants employed with Telecare in the previous 12 months would not be eligible.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.

Sourced from Telecare Corporation’s careers page.

Requirements

  • LVN
  • LPT

Benefits

  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Paid holidays
  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
  • Employee stock ownership plan

Place

City
Santa Maria, California
Rent against this pay
35% of monthly gross
This role$1,925/mo rent
Monthly gross$5,547/mo

$1,925 median rent against $5,547 a month at $32/hr for 40 hours a week, before tax.

Local household income
$84,746/yr

all local households, not nurse pay

Metro price level
9% above the national average

Santa Maria area index 108.8, where 100 is the national average.

Santa Maria sits in California's Central Coast wine country, offering a small-town feel with year-round mild weather and easy access to beaches. The area is known for its agricultural roots, local wineries, and signature Santa Maria-style barbecue. Out-of-state RNs will find a slower-paced community within driving distance of San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara.

Map showing the location of Santa Maria, CA
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Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.

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Beyond the city and that ZIP, the file is thin: no pay range from postings or public statements, no unit-level notes, and no stated residency, tuition help, or scheduling pattern. What you can plan around is Portland itself. Cost of…

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Psychiatric is open from year one. Behavioral health spans inpatient, emergency, and community settings.

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