Certified Nurse Practitioner- Child, Adolescent and Adults Mental Health

Description

Work For Good!Salary:  Competitive compensation dependent on education and experience 
Schedule: Monday – Friday 8:00am to 4:00pm
Position Overview:Children's Home Society (CHS) is seeking a compassionate, skilled, and mission-driven Certified Nurse Practitioner (CNP) – Child, Adolescent and Adults Mental Health to provide psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and medication management services for children, adolescents, and adults experiencing mental health, behavioral health, and trauma-related concerns. The CNP will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to support whole-person care and promote positive outcomes for clients and families.The ideal candidate will have experience working with diverse populations impacted by mental health challenges, trauma, adverse childhood experiences, and co-occurring behavioral health concerns and will demonstrate commitment to trauma-informed, client-centered care.
 By joining our team, you will make a difference every day—creating positive change for individuals, families, and communities. Each smile, hug, and heart you touch will reflect the meaningful impact of your work. 
Benefits of Employment at CHS:Work-Life Balance: Monday – Friday 8:00am to 4:00pm Comprehensive Benefits: Equal up to 30% of your salary. Two health insurance options (Traditional Plan & High Deductible Health Plan with HSA), vision, dental, employer-paid Group Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Short Term & Long-Term Disability, and additional voluntary life and critical illness plans.Financial/Education Assistance: Up to $200 per month in tuition reimbursement or student loan repayment for qualifying employees.Competitive Compensation: Depending on experience and education with yearly merit-based raisesGenerous Paid Time Off: Includes a generous PTO package with 40 hours upfront, 10 paid holidays, and 8 hours "Day of Service" for volunteering in the community.Retirement Plans: Once entry into the plan, employees receive a 3% employer contribution each pay period and an up to an additional 5% profit sharing. Employees are 100% vested after 4 years of credited service. Referral Bonuses: Earn up to $1,000 for referring new employees.
  What You Will Do:
1. Clinical Services

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and diagnostic assessments for children, adolescents, and adults.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on client needs, strengths, and treatment goals.
• Prescribe, monitor, and manage psychotropic medications in accordance with evidence-based practices and applicable regulations.
• Provide ongoing medication management and psychiatric follow-up services.
• Assess risk factors including suicidality, self-harm, abuse, neglect, and other safety concerns and implement appropriate interventions.
• Collaborate with therapists, case managers, nurses, and other providers to coordinate care and ensure continuity of services.
• Review and interpret clinical, psychological, educational, and medical information to support assessment and treatment planning.
• Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation in accordance with organizational, state, federal, and licensing requirements.

2. Trauma-Informed Care

• Utilize trauma-informed approaches in assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and client interactions.
• Recognize the impact of trauma, adverse childhood experiences, and family systems on mental health and behavioral functioning.
• Support resilience-building and strengths-based interventions with clients and families.

3. Collaboration and Consultation

• Participate as an active member of interdisciplinary treatment teams. Promote Children's Home Society's mission, values, and commitment to serving children and families.
• Consult with internal and external providers regarding client care and treatment recommendations.
• Communicate effectively with clients, families, referral sources, schools, healthcare providers, and community partners.
• Provide education and guidance to clients and families regarding diagnoses, medications, treatment options, and wellness strategies.

4. Quality and Compliance

• Maintain compliance with all applicable standards of practice, ethical guidelines, organizational policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, case reviews, peer consultation, and staff meetings.
• Maintain required licensure,