Job Summary:
This position provides psychiatric assessments, medication monitoring, and continuity of care for children, youth, and families in an outpatient setting. The provider delivers comprehensive mental health services using a client-directed, outcome-informed approach. Responsibilities include screening, diagnosis, treatment planning, and collaboration with medical and behavioral health teams to ensure integrated care for clients aged 12–20.
Responsibilities:
Patient Care Management & Documentation:
- Conduct psychiatric evaluations and ongoing medication management.
- Collaborate with supervising physicians and mental health providers to deliver comprehensive care.
- Develop differential diagnoses and treatment plans based on evaluations.
- Order diagnostics and implement therapy within scope of practice.
- Maintain accurate, timely documentation in compliance with agency and regulatory standards.
- Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications.
- Apply trauma-informed care principles and address issues such as domestic violence, addiction, and developmental concerns.
- Participate in multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings to coordinate care.
- Ensure compliance with OSHA, CLIA, Title 22, and AAAHC standards.
- Serve on committees to support community mental health systems.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and data analysis.
Consultation & Referral:
- Seek consultation from supervising physicians when cases exceed scope of practice.
- Follow protocols for prescribing controlled substances.
- Participate in peer review and collaborative care processes.
- Attend medical staff and PA/NP meetings.
- Provide patient education and involve families in care planning.
- Identify and address system-level issues through performance improvement efforts.
- Maintain current licensure, certifications, and CME documentation.
- Communicate effectively with patients and staff, ensuring confidentiality and professionalism.
Education & Experience:
- Master’s degree from an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program.
- Current California license in good standing (PA or NP).
- National certification (NCCPA for PAs or ANCC for NPs).
- Minimum 3 years of outpatient experience in children’s mental health or community-based practice.
- Preferred: 7+ years in integrated healthcare systems with a focus on pediatric populations.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work across diverse populations and interdisciplinary teams.
- Knowledge of HIPAA, privacy laws, and confidentiality standards.
- Familiarity with trauma-informed care and current psychiatric therapies.
- Experience with underserved or indigent populations preferred.
Other Requirements:
- Valid California driver’s license.
- Active, unrestricted California license as a psychiatric NP or PA.
- ANCC certification (for NPs).
- Current CPR, ACLS, and DEA registration.
- Must pass pre-employment drug and background screening.
- Must be eligible to work in the U.S.
- Post-offer: CPR/BLS certification, TB test, and annual flu shot required (unless exempt). Hepatitis B vaccine offered but not required.
Licensure:
- California PA or NP License
- DEA Registration
- CPR & ACLS Certification
- ANCC Certification (for NPs)
Setting:
Outpatient community mental health clinic
Schedule:
Full-time; may include participation in team meetings and community outreach
Support Staff:
Collaborative team including physicians, psychologists, social workers, psychiatric nurses, and administrative support
