Psychiatric Medication Management Provider; PMHNP

At Palisades Counseling, we want to create an atmosphere of safety and support for people as they search for peace and well-being. A place where a strong relationship between the therapist and client can promote healing and positive change. The name Palisades literally means, “a fence of stakes set firmly in the ground as for enclosure or defense.” We are looking for like-minded professionals to continue supporting our patients while building clientele.

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Psychiatric Medication Manager to join our growing mental health team.
We strongly prefer candidates who are Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners (PMHNPs) or who have significant experience in psychiatric medication management.

This position focuses on psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and ongoing treatment for individuals experiencing mental health challenges. The ideal candidate is knowledgeable, collaborative, patient-centered, and committed to providing ethical, evidence-based care.

Because we serve clients from a wide range of backgrounds, including many members of the area's predominant faith community, candidates should be comfortable providing respectful, culturally responsive care that considers each patient's individual beliefs, values, and treatment goals.

• Conduct psychiatric assessments and evaluations to determine appropriate treatment needs.
• Develop individualized medication management and treatment plans.
• Prescribe, manage, and monitor psychiatric medications within the scope of professional licensure.
• Evaluate medication effectiveness, potential side effects, and patient progress.
• Make medication adjustments as clinically appropriate.
• Provide ongoing follow-up appointments and patient education.
• Collaborate with therapists and other healthcare professionals to coordinate comprehensive patient care.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential clinical documentation.
• Support patients experiencing depression, anxiety, mood disorders, ADHD, and other mental health conditions.
• Stay current on psychiatric medications, treatment approaches, and evidence-based practices.

• Active, unrestricted professional license authorizing independent psychiatric medication management and prescribing within the applicable scope of practice.
• Strong preference for a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) or a qualified prescribing professional with significant psychiatric medication management experience.
• Appropriate education, training, and credentials for the position.
• Strong understanding of psychiatric medications, diagnoses, and treatment planning.
• Experience conducting psychiatric assessments and managing ongoing medication treatment.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and patient-care skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with therapists and other mental health professionals.
• Commitment to providing a safe, respectful, and nonjudgmental environment for patients of varied backgrounds.

• PMHNP certification.
• Significant experience prescribing and managing psychiatric medications.
• Experience treating children, adolescents, and families.
• Experience working in an outpatient mental health or behavioral health setting.
• Experience coordinating care with licensed therapists and other mental health providers.
• Experience supporting patients who incorporate religious beliefs, faith, or spirituality into their treatment goals

• Part-time and full-time opportunities available.
• Competitive pay ranging from $40 to $80+ per hour, depending on experience and licensure.
• Health insurance benefits for providers seeing 28 or more clients per week.
• Monthly training meetings and opportunities for professional development.
• A positive, friendly, and collaborative team environment.
• Opportunities to contribute to a growing mental health practice.