SUMMARY OF POSITION: The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP) is a key member of a multidisciplinary treatment team, responsible for providing psychiatric evaluations, developing individualized treatment plans, prescribing and managing medications, and supporting patients in their recovery from substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. This role includes knowledge of specialty medication processes and behavioral health best practices.
- Conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments, including the review of past treatment history, medical records, and the Massachusetts Prescription Monitoring Program (PMP).
- Formulate and implement evidencebased treatment plans, with appropriate clinical justification and documentation.
- Prescribe and manage psychiatric and addictionrelated medications
- Order and interpret laboratory tests as clinically indicated.
- Provide patient education on medication, health promotion, disease prevention, and recovery strategies.
- Conduct quarterly BSAS required health specific focus groups for SOAP clients
- Collaborate closely with other healthcare providers, clinical staff, and case managers to ensure integrated, patientcentered care.
- Participate in ongoing case reviews, with a focus on behavioral health and complex addiction medicine cases.
- Utilize the Electronic Health Record (EHR) system efficiently for documentation and communication.
- Contribute to peer review processes, including annual Medication Peer Reviews.
- Maintain uptodate knowledge of prior authorization processes and requirements for specialty medications.
- Participate in team meetings, training, and quality improvement activities.
- Perform additional duties assigned by leadership.
- 2 years of experience, preferably in rehabilitation, recovery, or detox setting.
- Must possess a valid MA driver’s license.
- Must be able to pass CORI and Drug Testing requirements.
- Demonstrated understanding of, and committed to adhering to, federal and state policies (42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA).
- Strong clinical assessment skills and familiarity with psychiatric nursing protocols.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
- Experience or interest in working with underserved populations and individuals with substance use disorders.
- Excellent communication, documentation, and organizational skills.
- Master’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited institution.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in substance use disorder treatment or a related behavioral health setting.
- Valid Massachusetts license as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNPBC).
- Current DEA registration.
- Current CPR certification.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, or crouch, and lift or move up to 10 pounds.
- Outpatient behavioral health clinic serving individuals with substance use and cooccurring disorders.
- Potential exposure to infectious diseases such as Hepatitis B, HIV, and Tuberculosis.
- Culturally and linguistically diverse candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
SCHEDULE: 16-20 hours per week, 2 days on-site, 1 day remote.
Pay rate negotiable.
The Gavin Foundation is a nonprofit agency providing comprehensive adult, youth and community substance abuse education, prevention and treatment programs. Established in South Boston in 1963, we now serve over 10,000 individuals each year from Massachusetts and beyond. The Gavin Foundation offers a continuum of care to individuals, support services to their families, and programs to increase community awareness and acceptance regarding addiction and recovery.
