Job Description

Job Description

Job Type

Full-time

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 Gainesville, GA Crisis Support Program is looking to add a Licensed Practical Nurse ( LPN ) House Manager to the team! The LPN will serve as the home manager who is responsible for staff supervision, health and safety of individuals in the 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 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
• Mileage reimbursement
• Profit sharing Plans
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off
• Sick Time Pay
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Short term disability coverage
• Referral bonus
• Advancement Opportunities
• relocation assistance

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.
• Prefer 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 .

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Salary Description

$55,000 - $60,000/year

Job Tags

Full time, Temporary work, For contractors, Relocation package, Flexible hours,

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