Unity House of Troy·Troy, New York
The Mental Health RN provides integrated health management and nursing support to individuals with serious mental illness or survivors of domestic violence in supportive housing. Key duties include conducting health assessments, coordinating community healthcare resources, and promoting wellness and preventive care.
$65,298.87
Unity House is dedicated to improving the lives of individuals in our community, and our Supportive Housing Program is seeking a compassionate and skilled Mental Health RN to join our team.
This position provides integrated health management and nursing support services to individuals living in supportive housing programs who are experiencing Serious Mental Illness (SMI) and/or have been impacted by Domestic Violence (DV).
The Mental Health RN plays a vital role in promoting physical and behavioral health wellness, supporting individuals in managing chronic health conditions, and helping participants navigate and access community-based healthcare resources.
Sign on bonus for eligible candidates
Key Responsibilities
Provide integrated health care and care management services to individuals living with Serious Mental Illness and/or impacted by Domestic Violence.
Work as part of a multidisciplinary team serving participants in supportive housing programs.
Conduct basic health assessments and identify unmet medical needs.
Support participants in understanding and managing their health conditions and treatment recommendations.
Assist with person-centered care planning.
Provide referrals and coordination with community medical providers and specialists.
Deliver treatment, rehabilitation, and supportive services within the RN scope of practice.
Promote wellness, self-management, preventive care, and healthy lifestyle practices.
Build and maintain strong relationships with community partners and healthcare providers.
Complete required documentation and administrative tasks accurately and on time.
Foster a culture of inclusion, belonging, and trauma-informed care.
Unity House is a Rensselaer County-based human service agency that provides a wide range of services to meet the otherwise unmet needs of people in our community who are hurting and struggling. We assist those who are living in poverty, adults living with mental illness or HIV/AIDS, victims of domestic violence, and children with developmental delays. We work to achieve social justice in our community and to create a better understanding of those we serve.
As An Equal Opportunity Employer, we commit ourselves to recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, age, sex, creed, disability, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, predisposing genetic characteristics national origin, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, military status, pregnancy related condition, arrest and/or criminal conviction record, or any other category protected by law, unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception.
Candidates must hold a current, unrestricted NYS Registered Nurse (RN) license and have at least one year of experience in mental health or community-based settings. A valid NYS driver's license and reliable vehicle are required.
Market context
In New York, nursing roles like LPN positions are commonly driven by ongoing staffing needs in hospitals, long-term care, and behavioral health settings. Competition can be stronger for roles that prefer mental health, alcoholism, or chemical addiction experience, so a valid New York State LPN license and accredited nursing education matter. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then tailor your application to highlight any relevant behavioral health experience.
