Behavioral Health NP/PA
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Job Description
Make a Difference Where It Matters MOST
Join a team that’s been providing compassionate, patient-centered care to rural North Carolina communities for 50 years. At CommWell Health, you won’t just care for patients, you’ll empower families, change lives, and be part of a mission-driven team that believes everyone deserves quality healthcare, close to home.
What You’LL Do
- Provide specialized outpatient psychiatric and behavioral health services, including diagnostic evaluations, treatment planning, medication management, and accurate clinical documentation.
- Maintain an active caseload, participate in treatment team meetings, case reviews, and contribute to patient-centered health home efforts to support coordinated, culturally competent care.
- Mentor and supervise behavioral health staff and students, support performance evaluations, and ensure quality clinical practices through chart reviews and competency oversight.
- Collaborate with medical and community resources, manage referrals, requisition labs per protocol, and serve as a medical provider as needed across the CommWell Health market.
- Engage in program development, committee participation, continuing education, and staff conferences to enhance behavioral health services and uphold organizational mission and standards.
What We’RE Looking For
Required
- BLS Certificate from American Red Cross or American Heart Association
- Current NCI+ Preventive Certification (Annual)
- Full licensure to practice medicine by the NC Board of Medical Examiners or Board of Nursing, with valid license.
Preferred
- Minimum of one (1) year of experience
Why Join Commwell Health?
- Impact: Be part of a team that delivers life-changing care to underserved populations.
- Balance: Enjoy a supportive, flexible environment that values your well-being.
- Growth: Access continuous learning, advancement pathways, and leadership development.
- Recognition: Your voice matters. At CommWell Health, every team member “colleague” is seen, heard, and valued.
We Take Care of Our Team
- Free CEUs - Access to Continuing Education platforms that provide hours for LCMHC, LCSW, and LCAS; at no charge to the employee
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance – Affordable plans with options that meet your family’s needs
- 401(k) with Matching – Invest in your future with confidence
- Generous PTO – Enjoy time off with paid holidays, emergency leave, and vacation accruals
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Support for your mental, emotional, and financial wellness
- Career Growth – On-the-job training, certification support, and advancement opportunities
A Team That Cares for You
At CommWell, our teams are more than colleagues, we are a tight-knit, mission-driven family. You’ll work alongside experienced clinicians, receive support from leaders, and participate in team huddles, recognition programs, and a collaborative care model rooted in our core value, “The Value of Valuing” by recognizing each person’s worth, perspective, and contributions.
Equal Opportunity Employer
CommWell Health is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Ready to Join Us?
If you’re compassionate and ready to be part of something bigger, we’d love to meet you.
Apply today and help us shape the future of community health, one patient, one family, one community at a time.
Key Responsibilities
The role involves providing specialized outpatient psychiatric and behavioral health services, including evaluations, treatment planning, and medication management for an active caseload. Responsibilities also include mentoring staff, participating in quality oversight, collaborating with resources, and contributing to program development.
Requirements
Required qualifications include a BLS Certificate, current NCI+ Preventive Certification, and full licensure to practice medicine or nursing in North Carolina. A minimum of one year of experience is preferred for this position.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Behavioral Health — Nurse Practitioner Career Context
Of the 50 active Nurse Practitioner listings this role was benchmarked against, 22% are remote, 62% have no call, 74% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for North Carolina is 94.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 59.2% of North Carolina clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Nurse Practitioner pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
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