Certified Nurse Practitioner- Child, Adolescent and Adults Mental Health

Children's Home Society of South Dakota • Rapid City, SD

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing from an accredited program.
• Minimum of 1-3 years of experience providing psychiatric services to children, adolescents, and adults.
• Experience working with individuals experiencing mental health disorders, behavioral health challenges, trauma, and adverse childhood experiences.
• Knowledge of psychopharmacology, diagnostic assessment, and evidence-based treatment practices.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Current South Dakota licensure as an APRN with certification as a Certified Nurse Practitioner (CNP), or eligibility for licensure.
• Eligible for prescriptive authority and DEA registration.
• Must successfully complete all required background and pre-employment checks.

Nice To Haves

• Board Certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC).
• Experience working in community mental health, residential treatment, outpatient behavioral health, or integrated healthcare settings.
• Familiarity with trauma-informed care models.
• Experience working with children and families involved in child welfare, foster care, or residential services.
• Experience with electronic health records (EHR).

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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, certifications, and continuing education.

Benefits

• Two health insurance options (Traditional Plan & High Deductible Health Plan with HSA)
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Employer-paid Group Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
• Short Term & Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary life and critical illness plans
• Up to $200 per month in tuition reimbursement or student loan repayment for qualifying employees
• Competitive Compensation with yearly merit-based raises
• Generous PTO package with 40 hours upfront
• 10 paid holidays
• 8 hours "Day of Service" for volunteering in the community
• 3% employer contribution to retirement plan each pay period
• Up to an additional 5% profit sharing in retirement plan
• Referral Bonuses up to $1,000

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level