New York State Nurse Practitioner License required
DEA registration necessary
Commitment to serving underprivileged populations
Flexibility to work in nontraditional settings
Experience in behavioral health care preferred
Responsibilities
Participate in committees, including peer review, as requested by the CMO
Ensure chart completion aligns with CFH policies and procedures
Engage clients with a focus on their behavioral health needs
Coordinate medical care with primary care providers for non-behavioral health issues
Advise clients on physical and mental health, coordinating care as needed
Provide consultation and training to staff and volunteers
Assist in identifying and coordinating care for mental health and substance abuse issues
Benefits
Opportunity to work in a non-traditional environment
Engagement with underserved populations
Collaboration with a multidisciplinary team
Professional development through training and consultation opportunities
Full Job Description
JOB SUMMARY: Reports to the collaborating physician at the contracted facility.
This employee will work as part of the PCMH team with the following essential duties and responsibilities:
Participates as a member of committees, including peer review, as requested by the CMO
Chart completion is consistent with CFH P/P
Reaches out and engages clients with appropriate concern for their behavioral health care needs
Coordinates medical care with PCP for chronic and acute non-behavioral health conditions
Advises and counsels clients about their physical and mental health; coordinates care with case management and health education as clinically indicated
Provides consultation and training to staff and volunteers where appropriate.
Assists with the identification, counseling, and care coordination, with case management and health education, of mental health and substance abuse problems.
Works in a non-traditional environment; e.g., a non-clinic facility where homeless people congregate.
QUALIFICATION:
New York State Nurse Practitioner License
Commitment to serving the underprivileged
DEA registration.
Flexible and ability to function in a nontraditional setting.
