Description

Are you interested in joining a brand new program that will give you the opportunity to grow in the world of Nursing? Do you want to join a rapidly growing team that strives to keep abreast with new research, adhere to a solid ethical code, and offers compassionate services designed to uplift and care for the youth population?

If you answered YES to either of these questions, then consider joining our Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health team!

Being an LPN for Devereux has its Advantages

As an LPN, you will work with other dedicated professionals who share the passion for helping youth that are in need. We offer: An organization that is forward thinking, a group of like-minded peers to knowledge share thoughts and ideas, and lastly, an organization that cares about the people that we serve.

• Examine clients with medical and/or physical complaints.
• Administer first aid and medical treatments as directed.
• Prepare and administer student medications as prescribed.
• Confidentially maintain and organize medical records as directed.
• Ensure cleanliness, safety and security of Medical Department.

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health New Jersey provides programs and services for children, adolescents, and adults with IDD. Located in Clayton, NJ

Schedule: Week 1: W-Sat: 8am-8pm;                  Week 2: Th-Sat: 8am-8pm 

This position is responsible for demonstrating competency in the field of nursing.

You deserve to work somewhere that gives back to you!

Devereux is proud to offer ASCEND – the first career accelerator program exclusively designed to give behavioral healthcare workers – the career guidance, one-on-one coaching, skills and financial assistance you need to reach your full potential. This program includes 100% of tuition covered (up to fifteen thousand dollars annually for undergraduate and twenty-five thousand dollars annually for graduate) and student loan repayment, among other benefits! 

Qualifications

The IDEAL candidate will ...

• Be 18 years of age or older (required)
• Have a Valid Driver's License
• State License (RN or LPN)
• At least (1) year LPN experience preferably working with I/DDD population
• Valid CPR/First Aid Certification

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 www.mydevereuxbenefits.org to see why Devereux is a great place to work!  

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