Director of Staff Development- RN - Mental Health 194 (Santa Cruz)

They made it easier for me to live, breathe, eat, and stay clean. Without them, I'd be waiting somewhere, waiting for someone to give me a chance to live... - Client from Telecare

What You Will Do to Change Lives

The Director of Staff Development - RN assesses, plans, develops, coordinates, implements, and evaluates orientations and educational programs in a skilled nursing facility.

Shifts Available:

Full-Time | AM | Shifts: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM | Days: Monday - Friday

Expected starting wage range is $126,662.14 - $156,472.43.Telecare applies geographic differentials to its pay ranges. The pay range assigned to this role will be based on the geographic location from which the role is performed. Starting pay is commensurate with relevant experience above the minimum requirements.

What You Bring to the Table (Must Have)

• One (1) year of full-time experience providing direct nursing care to aged, chronically ill, developmentally disabled or mentally disabled patients in a long-term care facility and/or acute care as required by program being served and one (1) year of full-time experience planning, implementing and evaluating educational programs in nursing


• OR two (2) years of full-time nursing experience with one (1) year spent in direct care in a long-term care facility or inpatient acute care psychiatric setting as required by program being served and an agreement that within three (3) months of accepting this position the incumbent will obtain certification as a Director of Staff Development


• Current licensure as an RN


• Medical knowledge and experience in mental health and the recovery philosophy is necessary


• Current knowledge of the laws and regulations governing the delivery of health care in California and demonstrable understanding of illness and treatment are essential


• Must be at least 18 years of age


• Must be CPR, Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI), and First Aid certified on date of employment or within 60 days of employment and maintain current certification throughout employment


• All opportunities at Telecare are contingent upon successful completion and receipt of acceptable results of the applicable post-offer physical examination, 2-step PPD test for tuberculosis, acceptable criminal background clearances, excluded party sanctions, and degree or license verification. If the position requires driving, valid driver license, a motor vehicle clearance and proof of auto insurance is required at time of employment and must be maintained throughout employment. Additional regulatory, contractual or local requirements may apply

What's In It For You*

• Paid Time Off: For Full Time Employee it is 16.7 days in your first year

• Nine Paid Holidays & Shift differentials for hourly staff (6% for PM Shift, 10% for Overnight Shift). Weekend Shift differentials for hourly staff (5% for Weekend AM Shift, 11% for Weekend PM Shift, 15% for Weekend Overnight Shift)

• Free CEUs, free Supervision for BBS Associate License, coaching, and mentorship

• Online University Tuition Discount and Company Scholarships

• Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance, 401K, Employee Stock Ownership Plan

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Join Our Compassionate Team

Telecare's mission is to deliver excellent and effective behavioral health services that engage individuals in recovering their health, hopes, and dreams. Telecare continues to advance cultural diversity, humility, equity, and inclusion at all levels of our organization by hiring mental health peers, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, veterans, and all belief systems.

The Santa Cruz County Psychiatric Health Facility (PHF) is a 16-bed locked acute psychiatric inpatient program for adults aged 18+, diagnosed with serious mental illness (SMI), experiencing a mental health emergency and require intensive treatment and support.

EOE AA M/F/V/Disability

*May vary by location and position type

Full Job Description will be provided if selected for an interview.

If job posting references any sign-on bonus internal applicants and applicants employed with Telecare in the previous 12 months would not be eligible.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities