DSD LPN LVN

Royale Mission Viejo Mental Health Rehabilitation Center; Mission Viejo (CA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Earned wage access (UKG Wallet)

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Growth opportunities

Continuing education

Supportive leadership team

Job summary

Royale Mission Viejo Mental Health Rehabilitation Center is seeking a Director of Staff Development (LVN) to lead clinical education, staff development, and staffing operations in a behavioral health setting.

The role focuses on onboarding, training, scheduling, and ensuring regulatory readiness while building a strong, collaborative team for resident care in Mission Viejo, California.

Qualifications

• Active LVN license in California.
• Minimum 2 years nursing experience.
• Experience coordinating staff or supporting operations.
• Experience with staff training or orientation.
• Knowledge of infection control practices.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and conduct new hire orientation for all direct care staff.
• Manage scheduling and staffing needs for Behavioral Specialists/Mental Health Workers.
• Maintain staffing coverage and assist with staffing plans.
• Oversee employee training and competency tracking.
• Maintain employee files and required compliance documentation.
• Support regulatory readiness and staff education requirements.
• Lead infection prevention and control program activities.
• Provide ongoing coaching and support to direct care staff.
• Assist leadership with staff performance development.
• Help maintain a culture of safety, accountability, and teamwork.

Skills

Leadership

Staff development

Operations

Scheduling

Infection prevention

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license in California

Tools

PointClickCare or similar EMR

Job description

Make a Real Impact in Behavioral Health Leadership! We Are Hiring a Director of Staff Development (LVN)

We are currently seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to join our leadership team as a Director of Staff Development (DSD). This is a unique opportunity for a nurse who enjoys leadership, staff development, operations, and building strong teams in a behavioral health environment.

Salary Range: $81,000 - $82,000 annually (DOE)

This role is ideal for an LVN who is organized, proactive, and enjoys both clinical education and staff management responsibilities, while playing a key role in maintaining staffing stability and regulatory compliance.

What Makes Us Special?

• UKG Wallet: Access earned wages before payday
• Competitive Salary: Leadership compensation package
• Great Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Growth Opportunities: Leadership development and advancement
• Continuing Education: Ongoing training and professional development
• Supportive Leadership Team: Collaborative work culture

Your Impact in This Role

As the Director of Staff Development (LVN), you will play a critical leadership role in supporting daily operations and staff success. This position oversees new hire orientation, staffing coordination, employee training, and infection prevention, while helping ensure our behavioral health staff are prepared to provide safe and effective care.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and conduct new hire orientation for all direct care staff
• Manage scheduling and staffing needs for Behavioral Specialists/Mental Health Workers
• Maintain staffing coverage and assist with staffing plans
• Oversee employee training and competency tracking
• Maintain employee files and required compliance documentation
• Support regulatory readiness and staff education requirements
• Lead infection prevention and control program activities
• Provide ongoing coaching and support to direct care staff
• Assist leadership with staff performance development
• Help maintain a culture of safety, accountability, and teamwork

What We Are Looking For

• Current, active LVN license in the state
• Minimum 2 years of nursing experience
• Experience coordinating staff or supporting operations
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with staff training or orientation
• Working knowledge of infection control practices

Preferred Qualifications

• Behavioral health or psychiatric experience
• Supervisory or leadership experience
• Infection Prevention experience or certification
• Experience with PointClickCare or similar EMR
• Experience with scheduling or workforce coordination

Why This Role Matters

This position helps ensure our staff are prepared, supported, and scheduled appropriately so our residents receive safe, consistent care. Your work directly impacts staff success, resident safety, and program stability.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

Pay Transparency Statement

Compensation is based on experience, qualifications, and internal equity, in accordance with applicable state regulations.