Nurse Practitioner

Clarvida; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 98,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation days

Sick leave

Paid holidays

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

HSA/FSA options

DailyPay

401(k)

EAP

Pet insurance

Perks @ Clarvida discounts

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Clarvida in California seeks a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to deliver psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, and medication management for children, adolescents, and families in the High Fidelity Wraparound Program. You will work under a Staff Psychiatrist within a multidisciplinary team to ensure coordinated behavioral health care.

The role emphasizes collaboration, comprehensive documentation, and ongoing treatment planning, with field and clinic-based encounters as needed.

Qualifications

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited college or university.
• Current California Nurse Practitioner license in good standing.
• Current furnishing number and DEA registration, or ability to obtain upon hire.
• Board Certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) preferred.
• Experience conducting psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and behavioral health assessments.
• Knowledge of psychiatric disorders, psychopharmacology, and community behavioral health practices.
• Strong clinical judgment, assessment, and documentation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary treatment team.
• Valid California driver's license, reliable transportation, and active automobile insurance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, assessments, and diagnostic reviews.
• Obtain psychiatric, medical, developmental, and behavioral health histories.
• Perform mental health assessments and formulate treatment recommendations.
• Prescribe and manage psychiatric medications under appropriate collaborative practice guidelines.
• Monitor medication effectiveness and evaluate side effects or adverse reactions.
• Order and review laboratory studies and diagnostic testing as clinically indicated.
• Obtain informed medication consents and provide medication education to clients and families.
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, therapists, care coordinators, peer specialists, and other treatment team members.
• Participate in treatment planning meetings and interdisciplinary case consultations.
• Maintain complete and accurate clinical documentation within the electronic health record system.
• Complete psychiatric assessments, medication reviews, treatment plans, and required program documentation.
• Conduct home visits and community-based visits when clinically appropriate and necessary.
• Participate in staff meetings, case presentations, and clinical trainings.
• Support implementation of High Fidelity Wraparound and community-based treatment models.
• May provide clinical supervision and consultation to LVNs, LPTs, and other assigned staff.
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA, ethical standards, and organizational policies.

Job description

Job Title: Nurse Practitioner (High Fidelity Wraparound Program)

Location: Santa Ana, California

Employment Type: Full-time

Pay rate: $83/hr.

Date Posted: 9/1/2026

About the Program

The High Fidelity Wraparound (HFW) Program is an intensive, team-based care coordination model designed for children, youth, young adults, and families with complex behavioral health needs who are often involved with multiple systems such as mental health, child welfare, education, juvenile justice, and housing services. The goal is to help individuals remain successful in their homes, schools, and communities while reducing the need for higher levels of care. High Fidelity Wraparound is recognized as an evidence-based, family-centered approach that brings together multidisciplinary team members, natural supports, family members, and service providers to develop individualized plans that improve outcomes and strengthen support systems.

Productivity Expectation

This position has a baseline productivity expectation of 50%, generally equivalent to an average of approximately 3.5 hours of direct client service per workday. The meeting of such requirements will be addressed in accordance with the Company policies and applicable law.

About the Role

Clarvida is seeking a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to provide psychiatric evaluation, assessment, diagnosis, medication management, and ongoing treatment services for children, adolescents, young adults, and families enrolled in the High Fidelity Wraparound Program. Working under the supervision and collaboration of a Staff Psychiatrist, this role serves as an integral member of the multidisciplinary treatment team and helps ensure participants receive comprehensive, coordinated behavioral health care.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, assessments, and diagnostic reviews
• Obtain psychiatric, medical, developmental, and behavioral health histories
• Perform mental health assessments and formulate treatment recommendations
• Prescribe and manage psychiatric medications under appropriate collaborative practice guidelines
• Monitor medication effectiveness and evaluate side effects or adverse reactions
• Order and review laboratory studies and diagnostic testing as clinically indicated
• Obtain informed medication consents and provide medication education to clients and families
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, therapists, care coordinators, peer specialists, and other treatment team members
• Participate in treatment planning meetings and interdisciplinary case consultations
• Maintain complete and accurate clinical documentation within the electronic health record system
• Complete psychiatric assessments, medication reviews, treatment plans, and required program documentation
• Conduct home visits and community-based visits when clinically appropriate and necessary
• Participate in staff meetings, case presentations, and clinical trainings
• Support implementation of High Fidelity Wraparound and community-based treatment models
• May provide clinical supervision and consultation to LVNs, LPTs, and other assigned staff
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA, ethical standards, and organizational policies
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support program operations and client care

Required Qualifications

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited college or university
• Current California Nurse Practitioner license in good standing
• Current furnishing number and DEA registration, or ability to obtain upon hire
• Board Certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) preferred
• Experience conducting psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and behavioral health assessments
• Knowledge of psychiatric disorders, psychopharmacology, and community behavioral health practices
• Strong clinical judgment, assessment, and documentation skills
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary treatment team
• Valid California driver's license, reliable transportation, and active automobile insurance

Preferred Qualifications

• Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) certification
• Experience serving children, adolescents, young adults, and families
• Experience in community-based behavioral health, Wraparound, Full Service Partnership (FSP), ACT, or intensive outpatient programs
• Experience working with Medi-Cal populations and county behavioral health systems
• Bilingual Spanish preferred
• Experience conducting home-based or field-based psychiatric services

Compensation & Benefits

Full-time Employees

• Paid vacation days that increase with tenure
• Separate sick leave that rolls over annually
• Paid holidays, including the day after Thanksgiving
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
• DailyPay – access your earnings without waiting for payday
• Training, development, and continuing education opportunities
• Basic and optional life insurance coverage

All Employees

• 401(k)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pet insurance
• Perks @ Clarvida – discounts on shopping, travel, Verizon, entertainment, and more
• Mileage reimbursement

Benefits may vary by state or county

Work Location

California – Community-based, clinic-based, and field-based services
Local travel required for home visits, community visits, and team meetings

Employment Type

Full-time

About Clarvida

Clarvida is a leader in behavioral health care, providing community-based mental health and human services. We are committed to delivering innovative, person-centered care while fostering a supportive and growth-oriented environment for employees.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Clarvida is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.