Psych Nurse Practitioner Youth ACT

Child and Family Services of Erie County, Inc.•Town of Cheektowaga, NY

3d•$150,000 - $175,000

About The Position

The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner joins the Youth Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team, which provides mental health services to youth and families at risk of entering or returning to inpatient hospitalization, residential care, or another higher level of care. The team works with youth and families to support safety and stabilization through individualized assessment, counseling, and clinical services in homes and other community-based settings. The role provides psychiatric evaluations and medication management for youth and adults receiving outpatient clinical services, including care in community and home settings. The practitioner contributes to treatment planning, consults and collaborates with agency staff, therapists, families, and community organizations, and takes part in emergency assessments, case reviews, committees, and quality improvement initiatives.

Requirements

Psychiatrist or Nurse Practitioner qualification from a recognized accredited school.
Current New York State registration.
Board certification in Psychiatry.
At least two years of experience with children and families.
Ability to relate well to children and other staff members.
Valid New York State driver’s license and access to reliable transportation.

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner.

Responsibilities

Provide psychiatric evaluations and medication management to youth and adults receiving outpatient clinical services.
Review and sign client treatment plans when needed.
Consult with agency staff about client treatment and participate in group supervision and case review meetings.
Complete progress notes for client services in accordance with appropriate Current Procedural Terminology.
Provide information needed for proper medication dispensing at home and, when necessary, at school.
Communicate medication, behavioral, or primary health concerns about children to parents and the child’s therapist.
Document concerns in the child’s chart and monitor them monthly.
Participate in program committees, including Special Incident Review, Case Conferences, and Consumer Advisory, as necessary.
Review laboratory test results and discuss concerns with the nurse when necessary.
Collaborate with mental health therapists regarding behavioral health concerns and outcomes.
Maintain and submit required documents and comply with the Vehicle Safety and Usage Policy.
Contribute to the program’s Quality Improvement process.
Model sensitivity, fair treatment, and acceptance of diversity in interpersonal interactions.
Communicate respectfully and courteously with internal and external contacts, and support supervisors and coworkers cooperatively.
Demonstrate initiative, problem-solving, conflict-resolution, and appropriate written and verbal communication skills.