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Community Services Group (CSG) Licensed Practical Nurse in Watsontown, Pennsylvania

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!

We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

Summary:

As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), you perform nursing work in the care and treatment of 8 individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and co-existing medical conditions at our Adult Intellectual and Developmental Disability (IDD) Intermediate Care Facility (ICF), which may include physical health issues/injuries and difficulty meeting their daily living activities.

This Position Offers:

  • Full-Time schedules - 1st, or 2nd shift.
  • A great opportunity for new LPNs or experienced nurses looking to work outside of a traditional medical office, hospital, or nursing home setting.
  • A small setting where you are able to build relationships with the individuals you support.
  • The ability to work 1 on 1 with individuals.
  • The opportunity to attend community outings with individuals and teammates.

CSG's Intellectual and Developmental Disability (IDD/ASD) Services is excited to offer a 2 week paid orientation for this position. Orientation includes the necessary foundational training needed before providing services in the programs and sets you up for a successful career at CSG. Orientation is held in-person at our Mountville, Williamsport, and Bethlehem offices. Mileage reimbursement is provided for orientation related travel.

Wage Information:

Starting wage is $29.00 per hour.

Job Description:

  • Evaluate, observe, and assess individuals' physical health conditions.
  • Work with and coordinate care with pharmacy, physicians, and other health care providers.
  • Assist individuals with any treatments prescribed by physician.
  • Ensure individuals receive error free medication at prescribed times.
  • Educate individuals on medication, physical health, psychiatric health, nutrition, and selfcare.
  • Educate coworker's on any needed physical health matter for consistency in care.
  • Train staff to correctly carryout physician's orders.
  • Provide medication/health teaching as needed.
  • Provide First/Aid/Acute care as needed.
  • Schedule and attend individuals' medical appointments.
  • Provide direct care as needed.

Qualifications:

  • A valid Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the state of Pennsylvania.
  • Willingness to accompany individuals into the community and provide support and assistance in interactions while maintaining sensitivity to the rights and dignity of the individual.
  • Ability to work flexible hours to meet individual's and program's needs.
  • Must have a valid driver's license, good driving record, and access to a reliable vehicle to attend trainings, meetings, and/or transport individuals to appointments.?

CSG Offers Superior Perks & Benefits:

  • Medical, Dental, Prescription, & Vision Insurance available for employees, spouses, domestic partners, & children who qualify.
  • Generous Paid Time Off & Other Paid Leave
  • Extensive Paid Training
  • Career Development Opportunities
  • Family Medical and Parental Leave
  • Flexible spending accounts for medical & dependent care
  • Traditional or Roth 401K Plans with up to 4% employer match
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Life Insurance
  • Wellness Reimbursement
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Mentor/Mentee Opportunities

Health Insurance & Benefits availability will vary.

Make a positive impact not only in someone else's life but in your own life by becoming a valued member of the CSG Team!

Community Services Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer supporting Workforce Diversity.

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