Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

WVP Health Authority; Salem (OR); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and benefits

Opportunities for leadership andGrowth

Meaningful work impacting community

Mission-driven culture

401(k)

Job summary

WVP Health Authority in Oregon seeks a PMHNP to provide clinical leadership within the Community Integrated Health program. You will deliver direct psychiatric care, medication management, and collaborative planning with care teams to support individuals with mental health and substance use needs.

The role emphasizes interdisciplinary teamwork, trauma‑informed, patient‑centered care, and strong collaboration with community partners.

Qualifications

• Clinical leadership for outpatient mental health services.
• Direct psychiatric evaluations, assessments and medication management.
• Clinical supervision of behavioral health providers and peers.
• Knowledge of Oregon licensure and regulatory guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership for the CIH outpatient mental health program.
• Conduct psychiatric evaluations and medication management.
• Develop individualized treatment plans with care teams.
• Support integrated treatment for behavioral health and substance use.
• Participate in quality improvement and program development.
• Ensure compliance with Oregon licensure and regulatory guidelines.
• Collaborate with peer-delivered services and community partners.
• Promote trauma-informed, culturally responsive, recovery-oriented care.
• Assist in risk assessment and stabilization planning as needed.
• Foster a collaborative clinical culture focused on outcomes.
• Obtain DEA licensure and prescriptive authority.
• Maintain strong communication and collaboration skills.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Team collaboration

Medication management

Trauma-informed care

Cultural responsiveness

Communication skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Job description

About WVP Health Authority

For nearly 50 years, WVP Health Authority has supported independent healthcare providers and community health initiatives throughout Oregon’s Willamette Valley. Founded in 1976, WVP now represents more than 450 providers across Marion and Polk Counties and partners with clinics, health plans, and community organizations to improve access to

high-quality, patient-centered care.

Our work is grounded in the belief that healthcare should be accessible, relationship-driven, trauma-informed, and responsive to the unique needs of every individual we serve.

About Community Integrated Health (CIH)

Community Integrated Health (CIH) provides an innovative integrated care model that brings together peer-delivered services and behavioral health support in a collaborative, community-based setting. Our team works alongside clients to support recovery in a way that honors dignity, autonomy, and lived experience.

The program is guided by trauma informed principles and emphasizes person-centered care, recovery-oriented practices, collaboration across disciplines, flexibility and innovation, and cultural responsiveness and equity.

Position Overview

The PMHNP serves as a key medical director and clinical leader within the CIH program. In this role, you will provide direct patient care, psychiatric and medication management services,

integrated behavioral health support, and collaborative service planning for individuals experiencing mental health conditions, substance use disorders, and co-occurring medical concerns.

You will provide clinical supervision and oversight of the WVP behavioral health providers and peers as well as collaborative administration of the WVP Community Integrated Health Program and ensure compliance with state and federal requirements.

This position is well-suited for a provider who values interdisciplinary teamwork, enjoys relationship-based care, and wants to contribute to a mission-driven organization focused on meaningful community impact.

What You’ll Do

• Provide clinical leadership for the WVP Community Integrated Health outpatient mental health services program
• Provide psychiatric evaluations, assessments, and medication management services
• Develop individualized treatment and service plans in collaboration with care teams
• Support integrated treatment approaches for behavioral health, substance use disorders, and co-occurring conditions
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and clinical program development
• Ensure compliance with Oregon licensure requirements, clinical standards, and regulatory guidelines
• Collaborate with peer-delivered services and community-based organizations to strengthen continuity of care
• Promote trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and recovery-oriented care practices
• Support risk assessment and stabilization planning as needed
• Contribute to a positive, collaborative clinical culture focused on patient outcomes and service excellence
• DEA licensure and prescriptive authority
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills
• Commitment to ethical, patient-centered, and culturally responsive care

Preferred

• Experience in behavioral health, addiction medicine, integrated care, or community health settings
• Experience working within mental health and/or substance use disorder treatment programs
• Familiarity with trauma-informed care principles
• Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and community partners
• Knowledge of Oregon healthcare and behavioral health systems

Why Join WVP Health Authority?

At WVP, you’ll be part of a team that values compassion, innovation, and community partnership. We are committed to creating an environment where providers feel supported professionally while making a lasting impact on the lives of the individuals and communities we serve.

What We Offer

• A supportive and collaborative team environment
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Opportunities for leadership, growth, and professional development
• Meaningful work that directly impacts community health and recovery
• A mission-driven culture focused on advocacy, innovation, and compassionate care

WVP Health Authority is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees, clients, and community partners.

• 401(k)
• Work Location: Hybrid remote in Salem, OR 97301