Licensed Practical Nurse
About the job
- An active Ohio Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license is required.
- Graduation from an accredited Practical Nursing program is required.
- Current CPR certification or the ability to obtain it upon hire is required.
- Ability to work 12-hour shifts is required.
- Ability to pass required background clearances is required.
- Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with provider orders and agency policies.
- Complete medication passes and maintain accurate Medication Administration Records (MARs).
- Monitor residents for medication effectiveness, side effects, and adverse reactions.
- Coordinate medication refills and communicate with pharmacies and providers.
- Monitor resident health status through observation, vital signs, and nursing assessments within scope of practice.
- Respond appropriately to medical and behavioral health concerns.
- Report significant changes in condition to the appropriate medical provider.
- Maintain timely and accurate nursing documentation.
- Collaborate with therapists, case managers, psychiatry, nursing leadership, and direct care staff.
- Participate in shift reports, treatment team meetings, and care coordination activities.
- Promote a safe, structured, and trauma-informed environment for adolescents.
- Support compliance with agency policies and regulatory requirements.
- Behavioral health or psychiatric nursing experience.
- Residential treatment experience.
- Corrections nursing experience.
- Substance use treatment experience.
- Pediatric or adolescent healthcare experience.
- Experience working with psychotropic medications.
- Experience working with multidisciplinary treatment teams.
About the company
Diversified Treatment Alternative Centers runs residential and outpatient mental health programs for children, adolescents and families in Pennsylvania, Ohio and Delaware. Its services address emotional distress, behavioral problems and the effects of physical, emotional and sexual abuse. Children receive individualized treatment in family-style residential settings, clinics, schools and community environments, with care intended to support a return to family and community life. The business earns fees for treatment, with residential funding through county child-serving agencies and Medicaid. Founded in 1991, it is headquartered in Milton, Pennsylvania.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Milton, PA
Founded
1991
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Lewisburg technicians enter with paid training: the residential role accepts a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Cranberry therapists receive licensure support: the unlicensed mental health professional role includes clinical supervision.
- Cranberry scheduling accommodates availability: the therapist role adjusts to candidate and program needs; evenings are preferred, not required.
What critics are saying
- Specialist therapists split their week: the problematic sexual behaviors role assigns Lewisburg Monday-Tuesday and Danville Wednesday-Thursday.
- Lewisburg technician work includes nights: the residential posting lists an 11pm-7am shift alongside daytime and evening options.
- Pennsylvania residential care faces overlapping oversight: DTAC facilities hold licenses from both mental-health and child-welfare offices.
What makes Diversified Treatment Alternative Centers unique
- DTAC keeps intensive care within school hours: its partial hospitalization programs run five days weekly for ages 5-18.
- Ohio treatment follows a long course: its male residential program for ages 8-18 typically lasts 9-12 months.
- Pennsylvania residents receive onsite schooling: DTAC's residential programs include individualized instruction from certified special education teachers.
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