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Child/Adolescent psychiatric apn

PREFERRED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH OF NEW JERSEY·Brick, New Jersey

$164,800/yr·Full Time·On Site·2-5 yrs·
Posted 11 days ago
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About the role

Provide psychiatric evaluations, diagnostic impressions, and medication management for children and adolescents aged 5 to 21. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, educating guardians on medications, and providing clinical consultation to program staff.

If you are looking to make an impact by helping others, then Preferred Behavioral Health Group is the place for you! By joining our award-winning team, you will become part of the premier behavioral health organization in New Jersey. PBHG is a dynamic and innovative non-profit organization that was proudly named one of "THE BEST PLACES TO WORK IN NEW JERSEY" for 2024 and 2025 by NJBIZ! Our mission is to change lives and save lives across the state of New Jersey through a Trauma Informed Care culture.

Our staff is at the core of everything we do. We are dedicated to building a diverse team where employees feel a sense of belonging and are valued for their individual contributions. We encourage staff development and embrace a growth mindset. If you are interested in pursuing an exciting and rewarding career while being part of a recognized “Best Place to Work”, please submit your resume today for consideration!

Job Title

Advanced Practice Nurse - Children's

Program

PCCF - Children's program

Location: 1500 Route 88, Brick New Jersey

Position Type: Full Time 40 Hours

Salary

$164,800.00

Job Description/Summary

Provide Psychiatric evaluations, diagnostic impressions, and medication management under supervision of collaborating physician.

This provider provides psychiatric and limited medical care to children and adolescents ages 5 to 21.

Responsibilities

  • Conducts initial and subsequent psychiatric assessments in which provider evaluates, diagnoses, prescribes, and administers medication under the supervision of collaborative physician.
  • Provides education on medication needs, dosage, administration, and potential adverse reactions to clients and guardians.
  • Provides training and consultation to program staff including medical direction to case assessment, treatment plans and service provision.
  • Works effectively with the full spectrum of diagnosis disorders.
  • Demonstrates clinical facility in psychotropic medication use, side effects and indications for psychiatric intervention, in children, adolescents (if a child prescriber) and adults.
  • Initiates and evaluates diagnostic tests.
  • Conduct drug utilization evaluation and monitoring to inform the prescribing process.
  • Reviews client medications currently being taken and their efficacy, potential side effects, contraindications, and identification of alcohol and/or drug use as part of evaluation.
  • Provides record keeping in an accurate and timely manner including up-todate individual record of all medications, including nonprescription and non psychoactive medications, prescribed for and used by the person served including name of medication, dosage, frequency, instructions for use, and the prescribing professional shall be documented.
  • Includes client, or their parents or guardians, in making decisions related to the use of medications and ensures medication consents are signed in a timely manner.
  • Competencies
  • Trauma informed approach to care
  • Ability to work effectively within a team environment
  • Coordinate services with multiple departments across the agency

Qualifications

  • Licensed Registered Nurse in the State of New Jersey and holds a Master’s Degree in Psychiatric Nursing or a related mental health field and is certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) as either a Clinical Specialist in Adult Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing or a Nurse Practitioner in Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing. All required NJ Licensures, CDS and DEA etc.
  • Experience working with child and adolescent patient populations required.
  • Additional Requirements: Bilingual a Plus

Comprehensive Benefits Package: o Medical, Dental and Prescription Insurance

o 403(b) Retirement Plan

o Generous Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

o Long Term Disability Insurance: o Life and AD&D Insurance

o Employee Assistance Program

o Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account

o Voluntary Benefits, such as Vision Insurance, Aflac, Pet Insurance

o Staff Training and Development Opportunities

o Employee Referral Bonus program

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Requirements

Requires a Master's Degree in Psychiatric Nursing or a related field and ANCC certification as a Clinical Specialist or Nurse Practitioner. Must be a Licensed Registered Nurse in New Jersey with valid CDS and DEA certifications and experience with child and adolescent populations.

  • professional certificate
  • postgraduate degree
  • Record Keeping
  • Patient Education
  • Treatment Planning
  • Trauma Informed Care
  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration
  • Medication Management
  • Clinical Assessment
  • Psychiatric Evaluation
  • Child And Adolescent Psychiatry
  • Diagnostic Impressions
  • Psychotropic Medication Use

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$164,800/yr
Location
Brick, New Jersey
Posted
Jul 17, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

PREFERRED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH OF NEW JERSEY

Preferred Behavioral Health Group is the leading behavioral healthcare organization in central New Jersey. The organization oversees the provision of programs and services that teach, improve, enhance and maintain mental health and healthy lifestyles for children, teens, adults...

Salary listed on 14 jobs
IndustryMental Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size201-500 employees
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Behavioral health roles in New Jersey

Behavioral health positions in New Jersey often draw steady demand from providers serving children, families, and community-based programs. These roles can be competitive because employers commonly look for a master’s degree, a valid clinical license, bilingual communication skills, and child welfare experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, and tailor your application to highlight licensure, language ability, and direct child welfare exposure.

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