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Harmony Health is a Tribally owned wellness clinic that treats a broad-spectrum population of Native and Non-Native patients. Harmony is established to provide those with substance use disorders whole person care: primary care, infectious disease, and mental health care. We are building a team of dedicated and compassionate individuals who align with this mission. Harmony Health brings an innovative model of highly individualized, compassionate care to patients with -substance use disorder. From the moment someone walks through the door of our state-of-the-art outpatient facility, they will encounter our thoughtfulness and intention for a humanizing and respectful experience with us. The comforting and safe setting of our nature-inspired facility and the friendly, professional attitude of our staff help to define our journey with each patient-and with each other-from day one. Each employee at Harmony Health creates their own ripple effect in the larger circles of the families and communities that we touch. We are currently seeking a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to support our clinic in Perris, CA. This position will report to the Clinic Medical Director and will work in collaboration with clinic leadership and OTS leadership. Indian Preference applies. Qualified Indian (American Indian or Alaskan Native) applicants will receive preference in accordance with 25 U.S.C. § 5323 and 25 U.S.C. § 472a.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner delivers comprehensive psychiatric assessments, diagnostic evaluations, and evidence-based pharmacologic and therapeutic care for individuals with substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. Reporting to the Clinic Medical Director, this role combines clinical expertise in addiction medicine and psychiatry with a collaborative, team-based approach to patient-centered care. We are looking for a board-certified advanced practice provider who pairs expertise with humility, creative problem-solving, and calm leadership. The ideal candidate balances strong diagnostic and clinical judgment with deep empathy, flexibility, and a steady commitment to supporting patients as they work toward recovery.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Psychiatric & Addiction Clinical Care Assess, diagnose, and manage patients presenting with mental health disorders, substance use disorders, and co-occurring psychiatric conditions (including mood disorders, anxiety, psychosis, PTSD, ADHD, and personality disorders) Conduct accurate, concise, and thorough medical and psychiatric histories, physical assessments, and mental status examinations tailored to age, gender, and clinical presentation Order, interpret, and evaluate appropriate laboratory diagnostic studies and screening tools using critical thinking and clinical synthesis Formulate, implement, evaluate, and adjust individualized evidence-based care plans, prescribing and managing medications based on thorough knowledge of indications, contraindications, drug interactions, and adverse effects Monitor common general medical conditions, providing wellness-oriented self-care guidance and referring patients to specialized medical treatment as necessary Assist with intake evaluations, physical examinations, and patient admissions when needed to support team workflow Interdisciplinary Collaboration & Crisis Management Collaborate closely with the Clinic Medical Director, consulting psychiatrists, advanced practice providers, counselors, therapists, and nursing staff to ensure integrated whole-person care Partner with clinical counselors and therapists to coordinate care plans, group therapy sessions, and coping mechanism workshops Coordinate with medical assistants and nursing staff to ensure timely psychiatric follow-ups, medication administration, and lab tracking Maintain a safe, confidential therapeutic environment; coordinate crisis interventions (including communication with local crisis teams, therapists, or emergency services) when urgent escalation is required Work with families, community groups, and external healthcare agencies to integrate wraparound support services and foster long-term recovery goals Quality, Compliance & Professionalism Maintain accurate, timely, and concise clinical documentation within the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system in adherence to regulatory and clinical standards Uphold strict patient confidentiality and ethical standards in compliance with

HIPAA, 42 CFR

Part 2, and clinic governance policies Participate in quality improvement initiatives, performance evaluations, interdisciplinary case conferences, and departmental workgroups Serve as an advocate for patients and families, communicating respectfully across diverse cultural, socioeconomic, gender, and background demographics Engage in the education and mentoring of students, clinical staff, and multidisciplinary healthcare team members

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Qualifications Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program Active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of California Active, unrestricted board certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) Active Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration (or ability to obtain prior to start date) Active American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) or Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification Ability to pass background screening, drug screen, and any applicable state, federal, or tribal credentialing requirements Ability to provide health clearance and tuberculosis (TB) clearance Valid driver's license Preferred Qualifications Active American Heart Association (AHA) Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification 2+ years of recent clinical work experience in a substance use disorder treatment setting, Opioid Treatment Program (OTP), or outpatient behavioral health clinic Experience treating complex co-occurring psychiatric and addiction presentations Knowledge of traditional forms of governance, tribal customs, and Native American cultural traditions Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish SKILLS The ideal candidate embodies the following: Strong diagnostic acumen, psychiatric assessment skills, and knowledge of addiction pathophysiology Ability to provide compassionate, trauma-informed, patient- and family-centered care High level of adaptability, resilience, and willingness to cross-train to support clinic needs Calm leadership, kindness, and empathy in managing high-stress or sensitive clinical scenarios Exceptional verbal and written communication skills for multidisciplinary team collaboration Absolute commitment to patient dignity, privacy, ethical practice, and non-judgmental care $230,000 - $280,000 a year Physical Demands and Work Environment The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this classification. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this classification, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, bend, use hands to keyboard or type, handle materials used in performing the essential functions of the classification, and reach with hands and arms. The employee will be asked to perform repetitive behaviors (e.g., typing and data entry). The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds (think boxes of paper). Specific vision abilities required by this classification include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing abilities required by this classification includes those which permit the employee to discern verbal instructions and communicate effectively in person, by telephone. While performing the duties of this classification, the employee works in an office setting where the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The employee must also analyze and evaluate situations and adopt effective courses of action. We support our team through a competitive salary and benefits package and opportunities for continuing education and professional advancement. Harmony Health Center staff will also be cross trained to meet the needs of patients and to make each day a success. On-the-job training will empower team members, as we believe the excellence of the clinic and the professional development of our staff complement one another. Please visit www.harmony.health for more information. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.