APRN, Child & Family: Sub-Acute Residential
Listed on 2026-02-28
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Healthcare
Mental Health, Healthcare Nursing
APRN, Child & Family:
Sub-Acute Residential- 6499
Job Category:
Clinical
Requisition Number: APRNC
006499
- Posted :
February 20, 2026 - Full-Time
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JOB TITLE: APRN
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-time, 40 hours/wk
SCHEDULED HOURS: Monday-Friday
PC#: 2838
The Sub-Acute Crisis Stabilization (SACS) program provides short-term, intensive behavioral health support in a residential setting to youth experiencing acute emotional or psychiatric crises. The program focuses on rapid de-escalation, stabilization, and connection to ongoing care through a collaborative, trauma-informed approach. Services include comprehensive assessment, individualized treatment planning, therapeutic interventions, and coordination with families, schools, and healthcare providers to ensure a safe and supported transition to the appropriate level of care.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Child and Family APRN
The Child and Family APRN plays a critical role in the SACS program by delivering psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and clinical leadership in the stabilization and treatment of youth in crisis. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, the APRN provides direct care, supports discharge planning, and ensures continuity of services through collaboration with caregivers and community providers. This position is essential in promoting safety, recovery, and long‑term wellness for youth and families navigating behavioral health challenges.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Clinical Services
- Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, including biopsychosocial assessments, diagnostic formulation, and treatment planning.
- Provide direct clinical care, including medication management, crisis intervention, and brief therapy, in alignment with agency standards and payer authorizations.
- Delivery of services such as history and physical exams, follow‑up care, and referrals to medical specialists as needed.
- Assess level of care needs and coordinate transitions to appropriate services or levels of treatment.
- Maintain clinical documentation in accordance with agency policies, including treatment plans, progress notes, and risk assessments.
Collaboration and Coordination
- Work closely with multidisciplinary teams, including participation in case conferences, team meetings, and consultations.
- Coordinate care with external providers, inpatient facilities, and community health organizations to ensure continuity and quality of care.
Training and Leadership
- Provide clinical leadership and consultation to staff and teams as assigned.
- Offer training and psycho educational interventions for clients and staff on topics such as wellness, medication side effects, and health education.
- Supervise staff when designated and contribute to the development of clinical programming.
Administrative Responsibilities
- Complete all required documentation for clinical services, insurance authorizations, and agency operations in a timely and accurate manner.
- Participate in agency and departmental meetings, committees, and quality improvement initiatives.
- Support agency operations by fulfilling additional duties as assigned by supervisors or program leadership.
Professional Development
- Engage in ongoing professional development through supervision, training, and continuing education.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: APRN
Experience: Experience in child medical services.
Licensure/Certification/Registration: CT APRN license.
Why Join CHR?
Award‑Winning Workplace:
- Proudly recognized as a Top Workplace for 12 consecutive years!
Generous Time Off:
- Enjoy ample paid time off, including a special day off for your birthday!
Retirement Savings:
- Benefit from contributions to your 403b Retirement Plan.
- Competitive premiums with added discounts on pet, auto, and home insurance!
Education & Tuition Support:
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs.
- Student loan repayment assistance (Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Nurse Corps, NHSC/HRSA at select sites).
- Exclusive tuition discounts for CHR…
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