Certified Nurse Practitioner

Employment Status: Full-Time (40 hours per week) Program: Residential and Outpatient Mental Health & Substance Use Disorder Services Reports To: Chief Medical Officer FLSA Status: Exempt Position Summary The Certified Nurse Practitioner (NP) provides high-quality, integrated medical and psychiatric care to individuals receiving residential and outpatient substance use disorder and mental health services. Working within a multidisciplinary treatment team, the NP conducts assessments, prescribes and manages medications, and supports recovery-oriented, trauma-informed care consistent with the organization’s nonprofit mission and values of kindness, honesty, and respect. This role supports continuity of care across service levels and contributes to a safe, ethical, and compassionate treatment environment. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Clinical Care Conduct comprehensive medical and psychiatric evaluations for residential and outpatient clients Diagnose and treat mental health and substance use disorders within the scope of practice Prescribe, monitor, and adjust psychotropic and other medically indicated medications Provide Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), including buprenorphine, naltrexone, and related services Monitor withdrawal management, medication side effects, and overall client stability Collaborate with nursing, counseling, and medical staff to coordinate care plans Participate in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings Communicate effectively with therapists, case managers, nursing staff, and leadership Coordinate care with external providers, hospitals, pharmacies, and referral sources as needed Support discharge planning and continuity of care Documentation & Compliance Maintain timely, accurate, and compliant clinical documentation in the electronic health record (EHR) Ensure services comply with federal, state, and licensing requirements Adhere to HIPAA, confidentiality, and organizational policies Participate in quality improvement and clinical audits as requested Professional Responsibilities Maintain active licensure, certifications, and continuing education requirements Provide clinical consultation and education to staff as appropriateUphold ethical standards and best practices in behavioral healthcare Promote a respectful, inclusive, and recovery-oriented treatment environment Required Qualifications Active, unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license in the state of Ohio Master’s or Doctoral degree in Nursing from an accredited program Prescriptive authority and DEA registration (or ability to obtain) Minimum of 2 years clinical experience in behavioral health, substance use disorder treatment, primary care, or a related field Strong knowledge of psychopharmacology and integrated care models Preferred Qualifications Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) certification Experience in residential substance use disorder treatment settings MAT certification and experience Experience working in nonprofit or community-based healthcare settings Familiarity with trauma-informed care and harm reduction principles Full-time position, 40 hours per week Schedule may include occasional evenings, or flexibility based on program needs Work performed in residential and outpatient clinical settings Competitive salary commensurate with experience Health, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off and holidays 403b Retirement Plan Equal Opportunity Statement The Crossroads Center is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and clients #J-18808-Ljbffr