Behavioral Health/Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

myPlace Health is built around a simple but powerful belief: older adults deserve the support they need to live safely, independently, and with dignity in their own communities. As a PACE (Program of All Inclusive Care for the Elderly) organization backed by SCAN Group, myPlace Health brings together customized medical care, social activities, and daily support for participants and their families – all under one roof. Our centers are more than healthcare facilities. They are vibrant community hubs where participants are known by name, valued, and supported as whole people. Behind that experience is a dedicated, interdisciplinary team working together to coordinate care, remove barriers, and improve quality of life for some of the most medically and socially complex populations. For employees, myPlace Health offers the opportunity to do deeply meaningful work in a highly collaborative setting. Team members are encouraged to contribute innovative ideas, and grow alongside a mission that prioritizes compassion, respect, and impact. The result is a culture where people feel connected–to their colleagues, their participants, and the communities they serve. At myPlace Health, work is more than a job. It’s a shared commitment to honoring what matters most. THIS POSITION WILL SUPPORT BOTH DOWNTOWN LOS ANGELES (90057) & COMPTON (90221) LOCATIONS – MONDAY – FRIDAY 8 AM – 5 PM This is an opportunity for a mission-driven team player to provide psychiatric and behavioral health support to participants and guidance on behavioral health to staff members. In this role, you will play a key role within the Interdisciplinary Team and will work collaboratively with team members to assess, plan, provide primary care, and educate our interdisciplinary team on behavioral health interventions into plans of care. You will partner with internal team members, community-based behavioral health specialists, provider specialists and various facilities and community-based organizations. This is a center-based role that reports to the Medical Director. Responsibilities Provide psychiatric consultation, psychiatric illness evaluation, counseling, and treatment for participants in collaboration with PACE Physicians and Community-Based PACE Physicians, and make referrals to Psychiatrists as appropriate. Perform in-person and/or telehealth comprehensive psychiatric assessments on participants and collaborate with the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) to develop a comprehensive care plan that includes goal-concordant care for each participant. Partner with the Mental Health Counselor to support IDT meetings and the care planning process to identify knowledge gaps around behavioral health issues and educate IDT members on behavioral health assessments, goal setting, and interventions, including mental disorders, substance abuse and behavioral manifestations of dementia. Work with clinicians and staff to approve integration of behavioral health interventions into plans of care. Establish relationships with and ensure 2-way communication with community behavioral health specialists. Coordinate schedules and work with consulting Geriatric Psychiatrists to ensure appropriate exchange of information and utilization of resources. Follow participants admitted to inpatient psychiatric facilities to ensure identified issues are addressed and that follow-up behavioral health interventions are appropriate. Evaluate participants whose behavioral health diagnoses or issues are not clear to establish a diagnosis and/or plan of care. Participate in Team Member training on behavioral health. Required Qualifications Graduate of an accredited Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner program. Active Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner State License without restrictions. State CDS Certification and DEA License. NPI license. 3+ years working with behavioral health in an elderly or frail and complex population. CPR and First Aid certification (within 60 days of employment). Proof of a valid CA driver’s license, personal transportation, good driving record and auto insurance as required by State law. Preferred Qualifications Previous experience working with an Interdisciplinary Team. PACE experience preferred. Passion and mission orientation for serving high-risk seniors and frail older adults. Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, counseling, and treatment skills across a range of psychiatric and behavioral health conditions. Ability to collaborate effectively within an Interdisciplinary Team and with internal and community-based behavioral health specialists. Ability to educate and train staff on behavioral health assessments, goal setting, and interventions. Tuberculosis Screening Policy To ensure the health and safety of our members, if you are selected for this position, your job offer with SCAN will be contingent on providing proof of Tuberculosis screening upon hire or providing proof of a negative screening within the last year. If you have a disability/medical reason or sincerely held religious belief that prevents you to provide information required in this policy, SCAN will initiate and engage in the interactive process to evaluate what, if any, reasonable accommodations may be available. Benefits Base salary range: $125,000 to $225,000 annually An annual employee bonus program Medical, Dental, Vision coverage Generous paid-time-off (PTO) 11 paid holidays per year, plus 1 additional floating holiday Excellent 401(k) Retirement Saving Plan with employer match Robust employee recognition program Robust Wellness Program Tuition reimbursement #J-18808-Ljbffr