PA/Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, Part-Time

Devereux; Washington (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedules

Tuition reimbursement

Generous time-off

Job summary

Devereux in Connecticut seeks a part-time Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to provide individualized care for children and adolescents. The role emphasizes the mental and physical health of clients, requiring a master's level education and relevant licensing.

Candidates must have experience in mental health with children, demonstrate clinical competence, and possess skills in Microsoft applications.

This position offers a competitive salary and a robust benefits package including health insurance and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a board-approved master’s level nurse practitioner program.
• Current valid license as a Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner (CRNP).
• Experience working independently in assessment and treatment of medical problems.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized care to children and adolescents.
• Educate families on wellness and self-care.
• Conduct psychiatric and psychological evaluations.

Skills

Experience with children and adolescents

Psychiatric mental health training

Proficient computer skills

Education

Master’s level nurse practitioner program

Certification as a Registered Nurse Practitioner

Tools

Microsoft applications

Job description

If Psychiatric Nursing is your passion, then you’ll enjoy a position at Devereux Advanced Behavior Health! Here is your chance to provide individualized care to children and adolescents that is focused on the whole person-body and mind.

Being a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner at Devereux has its advantages. You will focus on the health and wellness of your assigned clients and serve as an educator to the entire family, emphasizing wellness and self‑care by providing clients and their families with the information they need to make healthy lifestyle choices and healthcare decisions.

What We Offer

• Flexible work schedules – this is a PT employment position.
• Evidenced based treatment and care models within a clinically based environment focused on collaboration and treatment teams.
• CEU and continued education credits through various professional activities and Devereux’s National Institute for Clinical Training and Research Center.

The Devereux Glenholme School in Connecticut provides behavioral health services for children and young adults, ages 10 to 21, who are diagnosed with depression, autism spectrum disorders, attention deficit disorder, conduct disorder, oppositional defiant disorder, bipolar disorder and poor impulse control.

Outpatient Services

• Medication management
• Trauma‑Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TFCBT)
• Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
• Parent‑Child Interactive Therapy (PCIT)
• Psychiatric and psychological evaluations

Salary Range: $65,000-$70,000/year

Keywords: NP, Psychiatric NP, APN, Advanced Practical Nurse.

Qualifications

Education: Graduation from a board approved master’s level nurse practitioner program with specialty training in psychiatric/mental health. Current valid license as a Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner (CRNP) with prescriptive authority in Connecticut.

Experience: Experience working with children and adolescents with mental health needs required. Experience in working independently in the assessment and treatment of medical problems with children and adolescents. Relevant clinical competence must be evidenced by direct clinical care experience, continuing education credits and letters of reference attesting to the specific skills. Proficient computer skills, mastery of Microsoft applications and data collecting/analyzing platforms. Valid driver’s license must be maintained.

Company Overview

Devereux is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit organizations, providing services, insight and leadership in the evolving field of behavioral healthcare. Founded in 1912, Devereux operates a comprehensive national network of clinical, therapeutic, educational and employment programs that positively impact the lives of 10,000+ children, adults – and their families – every year.

Our Mission: Devereux changes lives – by unlocking and nurturing human potential for people living with emotional, behavioral or cognitive differences.

With nearly 6,500 employees working in programs across the country, Devereux is a trusted partner for families, schools and communities, serving individuals in the areas of autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, specialty mental health, education and foster care.

Our Culture and Expectations

At Devereux, Servant Leadership is embedded throughout our culture and every aspect of our organizational framework. Our mission‑driven, people‑first mindset is at the heart of the compassionate and high‑quality programming we provide – every day – for the individuals and families we serve, and other key stakeholders. Devereux offers challenging and exciting work, and our team environment creates an empowering, positive and rewarding atmosphere. To be successful at Devereux, you will put the needs of others first, feel called to serve and called to lead. As a member of our team, you will be a significant part of our commitment to providing a welcoming and supportive work environment across all programs and services, and within all policies and employee practices.

Benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, Devereux provides a comprehensive health and welfare program to eligible full‑time employees, family members and domestic partners. Eligible employees are eligible to start benefits after 30 days of employment. In addition, we offer:

• Medical (including telemedicine via phone, web, app), dental, prescription drug, preventative care, and mental health services.
• Student loan debt assistance, tuition reimbursement and continuing education assistance.
• Generous time‑off (start accruing 1st day), 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit, and voluntary/employee paid supplemental life and accident coverage.
• Employee assistance / work‑life balance program.

Visit www.mydevereuxbenefits.org to see why Devereux is a great place to work!

Devereux is a drug‑free workplace, drug screening required. EOE