About this opportunity
Light Counseling lists this Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) opportunity in forest, Virginia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
JOIN A MISSION DRIVEN PRACTICE THAT BRINGS HOPE AND HEALING For more than 30 years, Light Counseling has provided professional, confidential, and distinctly Christian mental health services—including counseling, medication management, and psychological testing. We integrate faith-based principles with evidence-based clinical care to support true healing and lasting growth.
Our mission is simple: bring hope to the hopeless and healing to the hurting.
We are seeking a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join our collaborative outpatient team and deliver high-quality psychiatric care to children, adolescents, and adults.
WHY JOIN LIGHT COUNSELING
Competitive W2 compensation with full benefits
Flexible scheduling with in-person and telehealth options
Full administrative support (billing, scheduling, intake, EHR, referrals)
Consistent caseload growth through an established referral base
Collaborative, team-based environment with therapists and clinical staff
Mission-driven culture that integrates faith and clinical excellence
Continuing education and professional development support
Free AACC Membership + Conference Access
YOUR IMPACT
As a PMHNP at Light Counseling, you will play a vital role in helping clients experience stability, clarity, and hope through compassionate, clinically excellent care.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and establish accurate diagnoses
Develop and manage individualized treatment plans
Prescribe and monitor psychotropic medications in compliance with regulations
Provide brief psychotherapy and patient education when appropriate
Order and interpret labs and diagnostic tests as needed
Collaborate with therapists and other providers to ensure coordinated care
Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation
Participate in team meetings and ongoing professional development
Provide care for child, adolescent, and adult populations
Perform additional duties as needed
WHAT YOU BRING
Strong clinical knowledge of psychiatric disorders and psychopharmacology
Ability to assess, diagnose, and manage a wide range of mental health conditions
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to manage a caseload in a fast-paced outpatient setting
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Comfort working with diverse populations
Proficiency with electronic health record (EHR) systems
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Master’s or Doctoral degree in Nursing (MSN or DNP)
Board Certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC)
Active, unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license in Virginia
Prescriptive authority with active DEA registration
Experience in outpatient psychiatric care
Ability to work with adolescent and adult populations
Ability to pass required background checks
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
2+ years of PMHNP experience
Experience with telehealth and integrated care models
Experience collaborating within a multidisciplinary team
Interest in working in a faith-based environment
BENEFITS
Competitive W2 compensation with full benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
Paid holidays and generous time off
Flexible hybrid scheduling
Full administrative and operational support
Established referral pipeline for steady caseload growth
Free membership with the American Association of Christian Counselors (AACC)
Free admission to AACC conferences
CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE
Employment with Light Counseling is confidential and adheres to all federal and state privacy laws, including HIPAA. Providers are expected to demonstrate professionalism, sound clinical judgment, and independence while operating within company policies and clinical standards.
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Worksite address
forest, VA, 24551, US
Who can apply
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