LPN House Manager | Crisis Support Home
Location: Gainesville
Posted on: June 23, 2025
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Job Description:
Description In 2025, Benchmark Human Services celebrates 65
Years of Stories ! Since 1960, Benchmark has been empowering
marginalized populations to see their potential. We are committed
to realizing the full potential of EVERYONE – those we serve, our
partners and vendors, and our employees, who bring our mission to
life each day. We actively strive to be a workplace that honors the
unique experiences of our employees. Benchmark believes we are
stronger, better, more effective in our pursuits when we are
diverse; when we are equitable; and when we create space for
everyone to be their authentic selves. Our Kathleen, GA Crisis
Support Program is looking to add a Licensed Practical Nurse ( LPN
) House Manager to the team! The LPN House Manager will serve as a
member of the Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD)
Crisis Support Home team and serve as the home manager who is
responsible for staff supervision, health and safety of individuals
in the Crisis Support Home and coordinate and provide services to
those receiving Crisis Support Home services. The focus of this
program is to provide time-limited crisis services that support
individuals with developmental disabilities in the community. The
IDD Crisis Home is used as a measure of last resort for individuals
undergoing an acute crisis that presents a substantial risk of
imminent harm to self or others. The goal is to stabilize the
individual through nursing and behavioral supports, on a time
limited basis. Benefits: Health, vision and dental insurance Life
Insurance 401k plan with company match Profit sharing Tuition
Reimbursement Paid Time Off Sick Time Pay Flexible Spending
Accounts (FSA) Advancement Opportunities Job Responsibilities:
Provide direct monitoring, assessment, and staff training of health
care services including, specific interventions, treatment
protocols, improvement of health care outcomes, etc. Supervise and
schedules direct support staff and CNAs. Function as a liaison and
advocate for the individuals when dealing with physicians,
psychiatrists, hospitals, and consultants including RD, OT, PT,
SLP, etc. Provide on-going health care training and monitoring of
Benchmark staff as required by state and federal regulations, and
Benchmark Crisis Assistance policies and procedures. Uses positive
behavior support strategies as described in behavior support plans
or behavior guidelines. Responsible for maintaining prior
authorizations or obtaining medications and treatments covered by
client’s insurance plan or approved contractors. Responsible for
scheduling and responding to quarterly pharmacy reviews. Complete
daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly and yearly paperwork and
assessments of clients’ health care needs Provide guidance during
client emergency medical situations. Monitor and maintain clients’
medical file to ensure that all documentation is current.
Facilitate communication between all medical services providers,
IDT, LSCW, and supervisor to ensure quality of care. Attend all
agency, departmental, and client specific meetings, including
client appointments as directed. Respond to on-call needs that meet
the designated requirements of the crisis program For a full and
complete list, please contact HR Qualifications: Valid unrestricted
Georgia Nursing License to practice nursing in the state of GA
under the clinical supervision of a Registered Nurse. Certification
and ongoing training in crisis intervention curriculum. Valid CPR
and First Aid Certification 2 years experience working with
individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities
and/or mental illness who are in crisis. Valid Driver’s License and
auto insurance. Minimum of year supervisory experience Must be
computer literate. Interested candidates can apply online at
BenchmarkHS.com/Careers Benchmark Human Services is an EOE/AAP
Employer. Veterans, women, and individuals with disabilities are
encouraged to apply. Benchmark has provided services for 65 years.
Learn more about our 65th anniversary celebration: 65 Years of
Stories . INDNURS
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