New York Psychotherapy and Counseling Center (NYPCC) is a leading non-profit organization in New York that has been caring for the community for over 40 years. We are founded on the belief that everyone, no matter age, race or socioeconomic status, is entitled to the best possible mental health treatment. Comprising of a network of seven treatment facilities within Brooklyn, Queens, and the Bronx, we assist children, families, and individuals with behavioral and emotional challenges in becoming more productive, independent members of society.

We are currently seeking full-time and part-time Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners.

What we offer:

• Excellent Rates/Salary
• Flexible Schedule
• Amazing Culture
• Opportunity to Give Back to the Community
• Job Stability and Growth Opportunities (45 Years in the industry)

Queens Location: 80-20 45th Avenue, Elmhurst, NY

Brooklyn Location: 2316 Surf Ave, Brooklyn, NY

What You’ll Do:

As a member of a multidisciplinary treatment team, and under the supervision of a psychiatrist (if required), the Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner will provide advanced clinical psychiatric nursing care, including:

• Performing psychiatric evaluations and ongoing medication management of clients
• Prescribing or recommending medication or other forms of treatment or related therapeutic procedures
• Ordering, interpreting, and evaluating diagnostic tests to identify and assess clients' clinical problems and health care needs
• Ordering laboratory tests and other diagnostic procedures
• Referring clients to specialized health resources for treatment
• Performing crisis intervention
• Communicating with healthcare professionals, families, and staff members to ensure ongoing quality delivery of health services
• May be asked to cover other sites if necessary

Are You a Good Fit?

• Master’s degree in Nursing from an accredited nurse practitioner program is required
• Currently licensed in New York State as a psychiatric nurse practitioner
• Currently certified with the DEA to prescribe medication.
• Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team, to assist children and adults of diverse backgrounds, ages, ethnicities and sexual preferences
• Must be registered as a NY State Medicaid provider. Must have a DEA# and an individual NPI#
• Spanish speaking is a plus!

Compensation commensurate with experience and qualifications. Benefits are available for full-time positions including Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, Salary Increases, Bonuses, 403b Retirement Plan and more. In addition, our licensed professionals have free access to our online Continuing Education Courses. Perkins and other loan forgiveness may also be available, in addition to our Student Loan Pay Down incentive.

New York Psychotherapy and Counseling Center is a fast-paced, energetic, dynamic environment that employs people with a passion for our mission. We offer a very competitive salary and flexible hours.

NYPCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer