Job Summary

This position supports the Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU), a sub-acute residential program, that provides clinical and medication management services to adults experiencing mental health and substance use challenges. The Advanced Practitioner will work within a multidisciplinary team to promote recovery, wellness, and community stability. Services include performing complex advanced human support work in the care and treatment of individuals in a public health program, performing assessments and evaluations, determining diagnoses, prescribing medications, ordering and interpreting lab results, providing education and counseling, making referrals, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the general direction of the assigned program Manager/Director. Deliver comprehensive psychiatric, medical, and/or other related care to individuals with behavioral health needs. Conduct service-appropriate evaluations, diagnose mental health conditions, prescribe and manage medications, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams. Emphasize holistic care, patient education, and strategic clinical leadership.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The essential duties and primary responsibilities below are intended to describe the general requirements of this job and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Other duties may be assigned.

• Conduct service appropriate evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans
• Diagnose health conditions and prescribe medications
• Monitor medication effectiveness and side effects
• Provide brief medical consultation, psychotherapy, crisis intervention, and supportive counseling
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and care providers
• Educate patients and families on health conditions and treatment options
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in electronic health records
• Participate in care coordination and strategic planning across programs
• Serve as a clinical resource and mentor to other staff
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications—Education and Experience

Master's of Nursing Practice (MNP) or equivalent advanced nursing degree

• 3-5 years of experience in behavioral health or related nursing
• Registered Nurse license from the Virginia Board of Nursing (required)
• Nurse Practitioner license from the Virginia Board of Nursing (required)
• National Provider Identifier (NPI)
• Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) license
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification OR an equivalent combination of education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities that demonstrates the capacity to perform the essential functions of the position, as permitted by applicable regulatory standards.
• Possession of a valid Virginia driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record in accordance with agency policy.

Preferred Qualifications

• American Nurses Credentialing Center - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Board Certification
• Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) certification
• Experience in integrated care or community-based behavioral health
• Familiarity with electronic health record systems

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of psychiatric medications, diagnostic criteria, and treatment protocols
• Skill in conducting evaluations and managing complex clinical cases
• Skill in communicating effectively with clients, families, and interdisciplinary teams
• Ability to identify potential problems and implement solutions
• Ability to educate and advocate for patients
• Ability to learn and retain processes through instruction and apply them independently
• Ability to organize information and maintain accurate records

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position serves as a lead worker, coordinating tasks and workflow for a team or unit. May provide input on performance but does not conduct formal evaluations or have disciplinary authority.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

This role, generally performs work under the following conditions: Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects, including the human body. This role requires regular movement throughout the workday, including walking, stair climbing, and driving to community-based locations. Employees must be physically capable of navigating varied environments such as residential facilities, urban areas, and client homes. Close concentration and visual attention required. Variable working conditions. The incumbent may be exposed to hazardous physical conditions (including but not limited to the risk from exposure to certain microorganisms, blood born pathogens, bacteria, sick or dangerous animals or people). Staff may occasionally engage in behavior intervention strategies, such as verbal de-escalation or redirection, to support client safety and therapeutic goals.

ADA

Richmond Behavioral Health Authority complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our team at hr@rbha.org for more information.

EEO

Richmond Behavioral Health Authority provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.