Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (Outpatient Behavioral Health)

Job Description

Job Description

Annual Salary : $150k – $170k (varies depending on years of experience)

We are seeking a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to join an outpatient behavioral health program serving adolescents and adults, including individuals impacted by the criminal legal system. The NP will work within a multidisciplinary team to deliver comprehensive psychiatric care, support recovery, and contribute to an integrated model that blends mental health, substance use treatment, and primary care coordination.

This position involves performing assessments, providing medication management, and collaborating closely with therapists, nurses, peer staff, and medical providers. The focus is on delivering person-centered services rooted in evidence-based practice and trauma-informed approaches.

Primary Responsibilities

Conduct psychiatric evaluations and clinical assessments for new and existing clients.

Provide ongoing medication management, monitor treatment response, and educate clients on potential medication effects.

Carry a caseload of scheduled follow-up visits and initial psychiatric evaluations each day.

Offer supportive, empathetic care to clients and their families while promoting engagement in treatment.

Address urgent clinical needs, including responding to walk-ins or individuals with identified risk factors.

Work collaboratively with clinicians and nursing staff to contribute to individualized treatment plans.

Support integrated care efforts by coordinating with primary care partners and substance use specialists.

Deliver services aligned with recovery-oriented, culturally responsive, and trauma-informed care principles.

Utilize best practices for treating co-occurring mental health and substance use conditions.

Apply evidence-based models and maintain adherence to clinical standards for Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics.

Provide care that considers each client’s cultural background, language needs, justice involvement, developmental stage, and identity.

Participate in maintaining a safe environment by reporting hazards or unsafe conditions.

Required Qualifications

Nurse Practitioner with psychiatric training (PMHNP).

Active New York State NP license; national certification preferred or in progress.

Current DEA registration; eligibility to prescribe controlled substances.

Registered or eligible for NYS OPRA enrollment and Health Commerce System access.

Experience working with individuals with mental illness and those with higher-risk needs.

Not listed on federal or state exclusion databases; must obtain an NPI and Medicare provider enrollment.

Possession of a buprenorphine waiver (MAT) or ability to complete required training within six months.

Background working with individuals involved in the criminal justice system.

Familiarity with integrated behavioral health models and risk assessment.

Atlas Search is a tri-state area recruitment agency, connecting new graduates, Advanced Practice Providers, Physicians and Nurse Leaders to hospitals, clinics, multi-specialty groups, nursing homes, managed care companies, private practices, and healthcare start-ups.

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Company Description

Atlas Search is an executive recruiting firm dedicated to placing accounting, finance, middle office, information technology, human resources, and office / accounting support professionals. Our clients range from Fortune 500 to start-ups and we service all industries ranging from Financial Services to Media & Entertainment. We were founded on the principle of relationships; our firm has been built on partnering with candidates and clients with a focus on their long-term interests. We provide Technology professionals like yourself on a permanent basis for our clients across all industries. Specialties include : Software Engineers, Web Developers, iOS / Android Engineers, Data Analysts, Business Intelligence, Data Engineers, Data Scientists, Help Desk / Desktop Support, Systems Administrators / Engineers, Network Administrators / Engineers, Cloud / DevOps Engineers, Application Support, Business Analysts, Project Managers, IT Managers, CTOs, etc.

Company Description

Atlas Search is an executive recruiting firm dedicated to placing accounting, finance, middle office, information technology, human resources, and office / accounting support professionals. Our clients range from Fortune 500 to start-ups and we service all industries ranging from Financial Services to Media & Entertainment. We were founded on the principle of relationships; our firm has been built on partnering with candidates and clients with a focus on their long-term interests. We provide Technology professionals like yourself on a permanent basis for our clients across all industries. Specialties include : Software Engineers, Web Developers, iOS / Android Engineers, Data Analysts, Business Intelligence, Data Engineers, Data Scientists, Help Desk / Desktop Support, Systems Administrators / Engineers, Network Administrators / Engineers, Cloud / DevOps Engineers, Application Support, Business Analysts, Project Managers, IT Managers, CTOs, etc.