About this opportunity
New Horizon Counseling Center lists this ACT Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner opportunity in queens, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to join our Community Adult Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team in Queens County. The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner will provide psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, treatment planning, and medication management for individuals with serious mental illness and co-occurring disorders, in a mobile, community-based setting. This role emphasizes close collaboration with and support of a multidisciplinary team to deliver flexible, person-centered, recovery-oriented care. Every program participant is expected to meet with the psychiatric provider at least once monthly. These services must be provided in the community based on the need of the individual participant.
nPRIMARY FUNCTIONS
nnProvide psychiatric evaluations, diagnoses, and treatment for individuals served by the ACT team.
nPrescribe and manage psychiatric medications in alignment with evidence-based practices and ACT standards.
nConduct regular follow-up appointments to monitor progress and adjust treatment plans.
nCollaborate daily with ACT team members (nurses, social workers, substance use specialists, vocational specialists, and peer staff) to ensure integrated, coordinated care.
nParticipate in team meetings, treatment planning, and case consultations.
nOffer psychiatric expertise and consultation to ACT staff on complex clinical presentations, and support and advise the team on interventions and treatment planning.
nSupport crisis intervention and stabilization in coordination with team members
nEnsure timely and accurate documentation in accordance with OMH regulations, ACT fidelity standards, and agency policies.
nMaintain current knowledge of advances in psychiatry, behavioral health care, and best practices in ACT service delivery.
n nADDITIONAL FUNCTIONAL / ORGANIZATIONAL SUPPORT
nnContribute to quality improvement initiatives and outcome measurement within the ACT program.
nParticipate in trainings and professional development to support high-quality ACT services.
nPerform additional duties as assigned to support team and agency needs.
n nQUALIFICATIONS AND ATTRIBUTES
nnStrong knowledge of psychiatric diagnosis, treatment, and recovery-oriented care for individuals with serious mental illness including co-occurring disorders.
nKnowledge of federal and state regulations related to community mental health services.
nCommitment to culturally competent, trauma-informed, and recovery-focused practice.
nAbility to function effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
nStrong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage individuals in community-based settings.
nDemonstrate high levels of integrity, professionalism, and ethical standards.
nProficiency with Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems; basic Microsoft Office skills preferred.
n nEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
nnBoard-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, with appropriate experience or a strong desire to work in this setting
nExperience with ACT, community-based psychiatry, or treatment of serious mental illness preferred.
nSix months of experience with serious mental illness required
nFlexibility in scheduling and willingness to provide services in both office and community settings is essential.
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