Licensed Practical Nurse - Critical Time Intervention

Help Bridge Hospital Care to Community Recovery
$5,000 Sign-On Bonus

Endeavor Health Services is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our Critical Time Intervention (CTI) team. In this role, you will support individuals during key life transitions from institutional settings (such as hospitals or inpatient care) back into the community.

You will play a critical role in ensuring continuity of care, stability, and recovery, using a structured, time-limited intervention model focused on engagement, coordination, and long-term support connection.

What You’ll Do

• Provide intensive case management and nursing support during transitions from institutional to community-based care
• Conduct health assessments, monitoring, and vital signs (including weight, blood pressure, and other clinical indicators) within scope of practice
• Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with clients and interdisciplinary teams
• Coordinate access to medical care, behavioral health services, housing, and community resources
• Monitor client progress and adjust care plans based on evolving needs
• Support hospital discharge planning and post-discharge stabilization
• Educate the people we serve and families on health management, medications, coping strategies, and available supports
• Advocate for the people we serve within healthcare systems and community service networks
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all assessments, interventions, and care coordination
• Participate in team meetings and case conferences to ensure coordinated, wraparound care
• Collaborate closely with Population Health staff to support individuals with complex needs
• Build and maintain relationships with community providers and referral partners

What Makes This Role Meaningful

• Focused on critical transition periods where nursing support has the greatest impact
• Work within a structured evidence-based CTI model
• Direct influence on reducing hospital re-admissions and improving community stability
• Collaborative, team-based care environment with strong interdisciplinary support

Qualifications

• Active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license (required)
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Flexibility to work occasional evenings or weekends as needed
• Minimum 2 years of experience preferred in one or more of the following:
• • Community health nursing
  • Behavioral health
  • Care coordination or case management
• Strong understanding of community systems, including:
• • Medical and behavioral health services
  • Housing and supportive housing programs
  • Social service and benefit systems
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications

Compensation

• Starting salary: $23.07 – $27.67/hour (based on experience and credentials)
• $5,000 sign-on bonus

Benefits

Endeavor Health Services offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and company-paid vision
• Company-paid life insurance, AD&D, and long-term disability
• Voluntary life, AD&D, and short-term disability options
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Generous paid time off (vacation, sick time, and 10 paid holidays)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounted pet insurance
• PSLF eligibility and other student loan forgiveness opportunities

Why Join Endeavor?

You’ll be part of a mission-driven agency dedicated to expanding access to behavioral health services and supporting individuals during high-risk, high-impact transitions. We emphasize collaboration, professional growth, and meaningful work that makes a difference in the community every day.

Endeavor Health Services is an equal opportunity employer committed to championing the principles of fairness and respect. We welcome prospective employees from various cultures and backgrounds, for all positions, who will uphold our values and contribute to our mission. We aim to have a leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities with which we work in partnership.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

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Serving WNY since 1972, Endeavor Health Services is a private, not-for-profit organization which provides a wide array of behavioral health services. We are committed to improving the emotional wellness and behavioral health of our community through compassionate, person-centered care. Fulfilling that mission takes a team of dedicated, diverse, and dynamic individuals who are passionate about making a difference every day.

The work we do isn’t always easy — but it is deeply meaningful and incredibly rewarding.

As part of our team, employees enjoy:

Flexible scheduling
Paid holidays and generous time off
Medical, dental, and company-paid vision insurance for employees and families
Life insurance and retirement plans
Discounted Pet Insurance
Employee referral bonuses
Loan repayment opportunities
A robust wellness program
Ongoing training and professional development
Cross-program shadowing opportunities
Career advancement pathways
Leadership development programs

We’re proud to share that Endeavor Health Services was named a 2025 finalist for Buffalo Business First’s Best Places to Work and Healthiest Employers awards.