Youth Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (ACT Program)

Job Title: Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (ACT) Youth Program

Salary: $82-93/hour

Schedule: Part-time 1 day per week (7 hours); evening availability preferred

Location: Based in Glen Cove, but requires travel throughout Nassau County

CEC Healthcare (CEC) is a mission-driven, not-for-profit organization dedicated to empowering adults living with mental illness to achieve their highest potential. We're seeking a compassionate and motivated Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to lead our multidisciplinary Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Team.

As a key member of our leadership team, the ACT Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner oversees the clinical care of program recipients and helps manage the day-to-day operations of a mobile, community-based OMH-licensed program. Working under the supervision of a psychiatrist, you'll play a vital role in enhancing the lives of our clients.

In This Role, You Will:

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric and medical assessments and provide ongoing treatment.
• Educate patients to promote understanding and improve adherence to treatment plans.
• Oversee medication administration, ensuring safe and effective psychiatric and medical practices.
• Perform evaluations, develop individualized treatment plans, and manage follow-up care under psychiatric supervision.
• Communicate effectively with recipients, families, and external providers regarding psychiatric care and interventions.
• Ensure timely and appropriate follow-up for all recipients.
• Maintain flexibility to meet client and team needs, including participation in an after-hours on-call rotation.
• Serve as an active member of the administrative team, contributing to staff meetings, program development, and quality improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Current NYS licensure as a Nurse Practitioner with a psychiatry specialty.
• Master’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program.
• Ability to travel independently to meet clients in the community.
• Possession of a valid NYS driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• One year of relevant community health experience, ideally working with the adolescent population.

We look forward to talking with you! An EOE m/f/d/v.