Current LPT or LVN license in good standing (required)
Minimum of two years’ experience working with individuals diagnosed with co-occurring disorders
Valid driver’s license and insurability under the Center’s insurance policy
Strong understanding of medications and their side effects to effectively educate clients
Bilingual (English/Spanish) ability required
Conducts health and medication screenings upon intake.
Collaborates with psychiatrists to support medication management and assist clients in times of crisis.
Supports psychiatrists during client appointments, including:
Faxing prescriptions
Documenting medication changes
Notifying the care team
Ensuring clients receive prescribed medications
Reviews medication changes with clients to promote adherence to treatment plans.
May dispense medications under the direction of the psychiatrist.
Participates in the After-Hours/On-Call rotation as an LPS-designated team member.
Monitors the medication regimens of Older Adult Outpatient clients.
Works in coordination with the Case Manager and Psychiatrist/Nurse Practitioner to assist in medication stabilization and may dispense medication as directed.
JOB ID #4315A - The Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) is responsible for providing comprehensive medication monitoring and support services, client health education (individual and group), and crisis intervention to support medication stabilization and promote ongoing mental health wellness.
The Center has since developed into one of the largest mental health centers of its kind in Los Angeles County, providing services to adults in our community who suffer from severe and persistent mental illness and youth who are diagnosed with severe emotional disturbance. In the current 45 programs across 13 program sites, the Center serves clients of all ages from infants to older adults with a full continuum of services for each age group. The Center also provides more specialized services for the homeless mentally ill; monolingual populations; victims of domestic violence; and, dually diagnosed consumers to name a few.