LVN - Youth Crisis Care & Stabilization Specialist

Aspiranet; Merced (CA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

403(b) retirement plan

Employee perks program

Paid time off

Crisis line access

Career training

Job summary

Aspiranet in Merced, CA seeks a compassionate Licensed Vocational Nurse to join the Crisis Stabilization Unit. You will provide medical and behavioral care, administer medications, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support youth in crisis.

The role emphasizes health, safety, and trauma-informed care, with direct client interactions and documentation, contributing to meaningful outcomes for youth and families.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited nursing or medical assistant program.
• Current LVN license or Psychiatric Technician certification.
• Minimum of one year nursing or medical assistant experience.
• CPR/First Aid certification.
• Two years’ experience with youth or families facing emotional/behavioral challenges.
• Meets state employment conditions including DOJ fingerprint, TB health, driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and supervision to youth at the CSU.
• Administer medications and monitor for side effects.
• Coordinate medical, dental, and referral needs with providers.
• Deliver health screenings, education, and counseling.
• Document interventions and communicate with the care team.

Skills

LVN license

CPR/First Aid

Nursing experience

Documentation skills

Trauma-informed care

Education

Nursing or MA program graduate

Tools

Microsoft Word

Job description

Aspiranet in Merced, CA seeks a compassionate Licensed Vocational Nurse to join the Crisis Stabilization Unit. You will provide medical and behavioral care, administer medications, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support youth in crisis.

The role emphasizes health, safety, and trauma-informed care, with direct client interactions and documentation, contributing to meaningful outcomes for youth and families.