F-ACT Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Company: Family Services of Westchester
Location: Yonkers
Posted on: May 23, 2025

Job Description:

Company OverviewFamily Services of Westchester (FSW) provides mental health and social services that strengthen and support families, children and individuals at every stage of their lives. With 50 innovative programs, FSW serves 30,000 individuals annually in Westchester County, New York.Founded in 1954, Family Services of Westchester is a private, nonprofit, non-sectarian social services agency.JOB SUMMARYFamily Services of Westchester is currently seeking a F-ACT Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner for our Restorative Justice Program in Yonkers, NY. FACT (Forensic Assertive Community Treatment) supports adults with severe mental illness who are involved with the criminal justice system.JOB TYPE: Full-TimePAY: $150,000/YearSCHEDULE: 37.5 hours per weekRESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for psychiatric assessments, diagnoses, and ongoing medical treatment of participants, including prescribing and managing medications.
• Collaborating closely with the clinical coordinator to ensure the overall treatment plan aligns with the participant's mental health and criminogenic needs.
• Working collaboratively with the team to meet participants in their home/community, alleviating participant anxiety around traditional clinical settings.
• Board certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with experience in forensic psychiatric issues or working with justice-involved individuals.
• Proven ability to manage complex mental health conditions and provide both psychiatric and medical assessments, working collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team setting.QUALIFICATIONS
  • Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
  • Minimum of two years experience in similar position

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