Licensed Practical Nurse - ACT

Heritage Behavioral Health Center; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the mental health sector is seeking a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse to join their Assertive Community Treatment Team. This role involves engaging with individuals in community settings, assessing health needs, and providing essential support for wellness activities. With a focus on professional growth and a collaborative work environment, the organization offers competitive salaries and generous benefits, ensuring that their staff are well-supported in their mission to improve mental health care. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of those in need while enjoying a fulfilling career.

Benefits

Generous vacation, sick, and personal leave

Wellness days: 26 days per year

Health club/fitness reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Continuing education and tuition assistance

Life insurance and short-term disability

Retirement plans (401k and Roth)

Optional health, dental, vision insurance

Access to loan forgiveness program

Qualifications

• Maintain confidentiality as per Illinois laws and regulations.
• Adapt to changing program needs and schedules.

Responsibilities

• Engage persons served in their care within community settings.
• Assess and monitor vital signs at established intervals.
• Provide individual and group interventions for behavioral health.

Skills

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Confidentiality

Adaptability

Supportive interactions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Active Illinois licensed Professional Nurse

Experience in behavioral health or human services

Job description

Excitement abounds at Heritage Behavioral Health Center!

We are a mission-driven Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic located in Decatur, Illinois, dedicated to improving mental health and substance use care for individuals across a multi-county area. We recognize that all staff members impact patient care, regardless of their position.

Why join us?

• We offer a collaborative work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and a comprehensive benefits package.
• We are expanding our primary care, mental health, and substance use services to individuals in Central Illinois and beyond, seeking dedicated staff to meet our clients' needs.
• Our salaries are competitive at both state and national levels, complemented by excellent benefits.
• Full-time employees receive 56 paid days off during their first year, including every other Friday off for wellness. This increases to 61 days in the second year and continues with tenure.
• We have expanded our employee insurance benefits to be more affordable.

At Heritage, we prioritize our staff's needs so they can focus on caring for those we serve. Our staff are our greatest asset, and we treat them as such!

We are pleased to present the following position for your consideration:

Overview: Licensed Practical Nurse, Assertive Community Treatment Team

Heritage has full-time community-based LPN positions working with our Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team, providing services to individuals with severe and persistent mental illness or dual disorders. The team is multidisciplinary, working with individuals in the community across various settings, including homes, hospitals, emergency rooms, and social service agencies. The goal is to maintain optimal wellness and address health needs as they arise.

Core Responsibilities Include:

• Engage persons served in their care within community settings.
• Identify key health indicators to monitor overall wellness and healthcare needs.
• Assess and monitor vital signs such as blood pressure, blood sugar, and weight at established intervals.
• Ensure referrals, linkage, and attendance for medical evaluations, specialty healthcare, and other health activities.
• Collaborate and consult with healthcare providers to share information effectively.
• Request and confirm receipt of evaluations, labs, tests, and healthcare follow-ups.
• Communicate effectively with providers, staff, and persons served.
• Participate in treatment team meetings to coordinate care and recovery efforts.
• Provide individual and group interventions, including education, training, and support for behavioral health and health conditions.
• Lead wellness activities such as walking, yoga, smoking cessation, diabetes management, etc.
• Complete documentation and tracking promptly.
• Perform other duties as assigned or negotiated with the supervisor.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Maintain confidentiality per Illinois laws and regulations.
• Adaptability to changing program needs and schedules.
• Supportive and respectful interactions with individuals and staff.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Active Illinois licensed Professional Nurse.
• Experience in behavioral health or human services preferred.

Salary Range: $54,080-$72,800 annually ($26-$35 per hour), depending on education and experience.

Additional Benefits:

1. Generous vacation, sick, and personal leave.
2. Wellness days: 26 days per year, every other Friday off paid.
3. Paid holidays: 9 in 2025.
4. Health club/fitness reimbursement.
5. Employee Assistance Program.
6. Continuing education and tuition assistance programs.
7. Life insurance and short-term disability coverage provided by the agency.
8. Retirement plans (401k and Roth).
9. Optional insurance benefits, including health, dental, vision, and flexible spending accounts.
10. Access to the National Health Service Corps loan forgiveness program for eligible staff.