Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

About Bright Star Community Outreach:

Over the course of our proud fifteen-year history, Bright Star Community Outreach (BSCO) has made significant contributions to the renewal of Chicago's most vulnerable communities as a 501C3 nonprofit organization. Driven by our hope for change in this city and the families that call it home, Bright Star's presence has been marked by effective programming, social development, and advocacy; particularly in the greater Bronzeville community of Chicago's south side. Led by founder and CEO, Pastor Chris Harris, Sr., who grew up in the Bronzeville neighborhood where we are currently located, our strategy includes developing impactful community development initiatives aimed at facing our largest societal challenges: violence in our communities, poor economic opportunities, inadequate mental health services, affordable housing and education. These efforts are designed to strengthen local families and communities, as well as leverage our key partnerships with organizations and businesses that share our passion for seeing renewal in Chicago. About the Behavioral Health and Education Department of BSCO BSCO's Behavioral Health and Education Department supports the larger mission of Bright Star Community Outreach which exists to be a hub that addresses challenges in under-resourced, underserved, and underdeveloped communities by utilizing our Trauma and Training and Community Conversations and Collaborations Models. BSCO understands that mental wellness and educational success are deeply interwoven. Both in tandem, lead to better quality of life for children, youth and families. We are committed to serving the Bronzeville and Greater Chicagoland areas through comprehensive, culturally relevant behavioral health and education programming. We do this by recognizing that we are the community we serve. Our dedicated staff are members of the communities we serve. Therefore, we aim to reflect the type of care, compassion and commitment to diversity in our work that we desire to both receive and commit to give one another internally. Building bridges of trust through integrity and intent, our goal is to improve mental health, social-emotional learning and academic outcomes in the lives of our surrounding community. It is our hope that the service we provide becomes a positive, life-changing core memory that remains with our participants for years to come.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to provide comprehensive mental health care to children, adolescents, and adults. This role includes both psychotherapy and medication management, serving clients through community-based, school-based, and shelter referrals, including individuals with co-occurring substance use needs. This is a part-time position offering $65/hour for approximately 30 hours within-in a two-week period. Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations for children, youth, and adults
• Diagnose mental health and substance use disorders
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
• Provide psychotherapy (e.g., CBT, supportive therapy, trauma-informed care)
• Prescribe, monitor, and adjust psychiatric medications
• Collaborate with schools, community partners, and shelter programs to coordinate care
• Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation
• Participate in regular case consultations and interdisciplinary collaboration
• Attend required clinical check-ins (e.g., monthly) for case review and quality assurance Qualifications
• Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing with specialization in Psychiatric Mental Health (PMHNP)
• Current, active Illinois PMHNP license
• DEA license and prescriptive authority required
• Full Practice Authority preferred ○ Candidates with full practice authority must still participate in regular (e.

g., monthly) clinical check-ins with a Psychiatrist, Physician Assistant, or experienced Nurse Practitioner for collaboration and quality oversight ○ If full practice authority is not held, must demonstrate an established collaborative agreement and ongoing, regular meetings with a supervising Psychiatrist in accordance with state requirements

• Experience working with children, adolescents, and adults
• Experience with community-based or school-based mental health services preferred
• Experience treating co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders is a plus Skills & Competencies
• Strong diagnostic and clinical decision-making skills
• Ability to provide both psychotherapy and medication management
• Knowledge of trauma-informed and culturally responsive care
• Effective communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work independently while maintaining appropriate clinical consultation
• Strong organizational and documentation skills
• Comfort working with diverse populations and community-based referrals Additional Requirements / Preferences
• Ability to maintain or access an independent Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system preferred
• Tail coverage (malpractice insurance) is encouraged
• Willingness to engage in community outreach and collaborate with partner organizations, including shelter-based services Work Schedule & Compensation

Part-time:

Approximately 30 hours within a two-week period

Compensation:

$65/hour

• Flexible scheduling based on client and program needs
• Some travel required Benefits Part-time employees are offered paid sick leave and paid time off in accordance with the Chicago Paid Leave and Paid Sick and Safe Leave Ordinance To Apply Please submit a cover letter and résumé to Jessica Hollie at jhollie@brightstarcommunityoutreach.

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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - TURN Center. Bright Star Community Outreach is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment that reflects the community we serve. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Pay:

$65.00 per hour

Benefits:

Paid time off People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Application Question(s): Do you have prescriptive authority?

Education:

Master's (Required)

License/Certification:

Illinois PMHNP license (Required) DEA license (Required)

Work Location:

In person