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The Salvation Army Waterston Centre is seeking a LPN for the Supportive Residential Program, which provides an alternative residential service for men diagnosed with psychiatric illness and/or behavioural problems and/or substance abuse. The incumbent will have proficient knowledge of mental health assessment, intervention and documentation of same. The successful candidate will provide support to 15 individuals primarily, however medication management, which may include intramuscular injections, is required for approximately 50 residents. This is a permanent part-time position working day or evening shifts, including weekends and holidays.
Applicants must be registered and in good standing with the SALPN.
Essential Skills
- Reading text
- Document use
- Numeracy
- Writing
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
- Job task planning and organizing
- Finding information
- Computer use
- Continuous learning
- Significant use of memory
Transportation/Travel Information
- Valid driver's licence
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
- First Aid Certificate
- Licensure by the appropriate province or territory of work
Additional Skills
- Monitor patients' progress and report any changes
Registered Nursing Assistant Specific Skills
- Distribute medication to patients
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
- Work under pressure
- Attention to detail
- Combination of sitting, standing, walking
Security and Safety
- Basic security clearance