The Counseling Department at Samost Jewish Family and Children’s Service (JFCS), an agency of the Jewish Federation of Southern New Jersey is currently seeking a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Part-Time.

Responsibilities:

The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner will focus on providing psychiatric clinical care to established and new clients of JFCS.

• Clinical services will primarily include psychiatric and medication management in coordination with supervising physician psychiatrist.
• Treat patients either virtually or on-site and for performing comprehensive psychiatric evaluations.
• Make recommendations for medication and medical management.
• Consult as needed with a supervising physician psychiatrist for patient case consultation and oversight.
• Other Duties as Assigned

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Required Licenses/ Certificates/Registrations:
  • Advanced Nurse Practitioner, MSN with licensure in the state of NJ
  • Valid United States Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) & Controlled Dangerous Substance (CDS) Licenses
• Required Education & Experience:
  • Masters-level Degree or higher
  • Two years’ experience working with psychiatric patients in psychiatric settings (outpatient experience preferred)
  • Preferred Education & Experience:
    • Trauma informed therapy training
    • Available to work at least one evening per week
    • Credentialed with commercial insurances is a plus
• Additional Technical Requirements:
  • Competency in EHR and e-prescribing
  • Knowledge of standard and newer medication usage for a variety of psychiatric disorders including depression, anxiety, and chronic mental illness.
  • Knowledge of NJ state laws and requirements associated with psychiatric services.
  • Clean record of practice - The practitioner must have no active legal disputes or investigations against their license.
  • Proficient in Excel, Word, and Outlook.
  • Ability to work in cross-functional teams.

Schedule:

• This is a part time position (approximately 4 hours per week); with potential for growth in hours up to full time.

Work Location:

• Remote Opportunities
• JFCS office(s)

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

• Remote interview process
• Personal protective equipment provided or required
• Temperature screenings
• Social distancing guidelines in place
• Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place

About JFCS & the Jewish Federation:

Samost Jewish Family and Children’s Service, an agency of the Jewish Federation of Southern New Jersey has a long-standing history of providing outstanding mental health services to Camden, Burlington and Gloucester County region. We help Jewish families and the community at large to successfully meet the challenges of daily life by providing quality, affordable, and accessible social services.

The Jewish Federation of Southern New Jersey and our family of agencies supports those in need, enhances Jewish life, and ensures the continuity of a vibrant Jewish community locally, in Israel, and around the world. Through our local family of agencies and network of overseas partners, we offer programs and services for children, teens, adults, older adults, and individuals with special needs. programs and services including: counseling, food assistance, low- and moderate-income housing, social, cultural, and recreational programs, Jewish education, and Israel advocacy.

EEO Statement:

The Jewish Federation of Southern New Jersey, and our family of agencies, is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon a person's actual or perceived gender, race, creed, color, sex (including pregnancy), affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital/civil union status, domestic partnership status, familial status, religion, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, veteran or military status, disability that does not prohibit performance of essential job functions, or other legally protected characteristics.

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The Federation is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at 856-751-9500.