Wellness Equity Alliance
Advanced Psychiatric Provider (NP/PA) – Crisis Stabilization Unit
Wellness Equity Alliance, Indio, California, United States, 92201
Advanced Psychiatric Provider – Crisis Stabilization Unit
Wellness Equity Alliance (WEA) is a novel national public health organization composed of a multidisciplinary team of population and public health experts with backgrounds in infectious disease, public health, emergency medicine, primary care, cardiology, pediatrics, psychiatry, community health work, nursing and advanced practice pharmacy. We primarily work with underrepresented communities to address health‑care disparities and the social determinants of health (SDoH) that have been amplified during the COVID‑19 pandemic.
Rural communities
BIPoC communities
LGBTQIA+ communities
Justice‑impacted communities
People experiencing homelessness
Indigenous communities
Immigrant communities
Job Description The Advanced Psychiatric Provider (APP)—a Psychiatric‑Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) or Physician Assistant (PA‑C)—provides psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, medication management, and treatment for individuals experiencing acute mental health crises. The provider serves both adults and youth admitted to the County Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU), many of whom present with co‑occurring substance use and psychiatric disorders (dual‑diagnosis). This role emphasizes rapid evaluation, stabilization, and coordination of care in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe transition to appropriate community or inpatient resources. The position is based in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment requiring flexibility and strong crisis management skills to provide quality care at a 24/7 CSU in Indio, California.
Purpose of the Position Coordination and Leadership for Contracted Services: Provide oversight, guidance, and monitoring of contracted subaward programs, including behavioral and mental health services, housing services, transportation services, and regional care providers.
Quality Assurance and Site Monitoring Visit Activities
Assist in the development of new protocols, standard operating procedures, staff training materials, and other documents that guide care delivered within the program and contracted services.
Work with the leadership team to ensure continual readiness for state and federal site visits.
Ensure that regular monitoring is being performed of social work/medical case management and program activities.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and mental status examinations for adults and minors admitted to the CSU.
Assess for co‑occurring disorders, withdrawal symptoms, and medical comorbidities that may impact psychiatric stability.
Develop and implement individualized treatment and medication management plans.
Prescribe, monitor, and adjust psychotropic medications in accordance with evidence‑based practices.
Collaborate closely with nursing staff, therapists, social workers, peer specialists, and case managers.
Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, clinical rounds, and discharge planning.
Provide crisis intervention, de‑escalation, and support to individuals in acute distress.
Educate families and caregivers on diagnosis, treatment, and recovery strategies.
Coordinate continuity of care with community providers and agencies.
Complete accurate, timely documentation of assessments and treatment plans.
Serve as a clinical resource for CSU staff during psychiatric emergencies.
Participate in quality improvement and policy development initiatives.
Requirements Essential Skills and Qualifications
Skilled in psychiatric diagnostic assessment and medication management.
Ability to manage acute behavioral crises and make rapid clinical decisions.
Strong collaboration skills across interdisciplinary and county systems.
Proficiency with electronic health records.
Understanding of county behavioral health systems and involuntary treatment laws.
Commitment to equitable, patient‑centered care.
Qualifications And Education Requirements
Master’s or Doctoral degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
Current licensure as a PMHNP or PA‑C in the State of California.
Active DEA license with prescriptive authority.
Board certification in psychiatric specialty preferred.
Current BLS.
Must meet all organization credentialing and privileging requirements.
Experience
Minimum 2 years of psychiatric practice preferred, with at least 1 year in crisis, inpatient, or community mental health.
Experience treating adults and youth with dual‑diagnosis strongly preferred.
Familiarity with trauma‑informed and recovery‑oriented care models.
Benefits
Medical Coverage through WEA’s ICHRA program.
Paid Time Off (PTO) for full‑time employees.
Paid Holidays (8 annually after 90 days).
Paid Sick Leave per state requirements.
Continuing Education (CE) Reimbursement.
Supportive, mission‑driven work environment.
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Rural communities
BIPoC communities
LGBTQIA+ communities
Justice‑impacted communities
People experiencing homelessness
Indigenous communities
Immigrant communities
Job Description The Advanced Psychiatric Provider (APP)—a Psychiatric‑Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) or Physician Assistant (PA‑C)—provides psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, medication management, and treatment for individuals experiencing acute mental health crises. The provider serves both adults and youth admitted to the County Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU), many of whom present with co‑occurring substance use and psychiatric disorders (dual‑diagnosis). This role emphasizes rapid evaluation, stabilization, and coordination of care in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe transition to appropriate community or inpatient resources. The position is based in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment requiring flexibility and strong crisis management skills to provide quality care at a 24/7 CSU in Indio, California.
Purpose of the Position Coordination and Leadership for Contracted Services: Provide oversight, guidance, and monitoring of contracted subaward programs, including behavioral and mental health services, housing services, transportation services, and regional care providers.
Quality Assurance and Site Monitoring Visit Activities
Assist in the development of new protocols, standard operating procedures, staff training materials, and other documents that guide care delivered within the program and contracted services.
Work with the leadership team to ensure continual readiness for state and federal site visits.
Ensure that regular monitoring is being performed of social work/medical case management and program activities.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and mental status examinations for adults and minors admitted to the CSU.
Assess for co‑occurring disorders, withdrawal symptoms, and medical comorbidities that may impact psychiatric stability.
Develop and implement individualized treatment and medication management plans.
Prescribe, monitor, and adjust psychotropic medications in accordance with evidence‑based practices.
Collaborate closely with nursing staff, therapists, social workers, peer specialists, and case managers.
Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, clinical rounds, and discharge planning.
Provide crisis intervention, de‑escalation, and support to individuals in acute distress.
Educate families and caregivers on diagnosis, treatment, and recovery strategies.
Coordinate continuity of care with community providers and agencies.
Complete accurate, timely documentation of assessments and treatment plans.
Serve as a clinical resource for CSU staff during psychiatric emergencies.
Participate in quality improvement and policy development initiatives.
Requirements Essential Skills and Qualifications
Skilled in psychiatric diagnostic assessment and medication management.
Ability to manage acute behavioral crises and make rapid clinical decisions.
Strong collaboration skills across interdisciplinary and county systems.
Proficiency with electronic health records.
Understanding of county behavioral health systems and involuntary treatment laws.
Commitment to equitable, patient‑centered care.
Qualifications And Education Requirements
Master’s or Doctoral degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
Current licensure as a PMHNP or PA‑C in the State of California.
Active DEA license with prescriptive authority.
Board certification in psychiatric specialty preferred.
Current BLS.
Must meet all organization credentialing and privileging requirements.
Experience
Minimum 2 years of psychiatric practice preferred, with at least 1 year in crisis, inpatient, or community mental health.
Experience treating adults and youth with dual‑diagnosis strongly preferred.
Familiarity with trauma‑informed and recovery‑oriented care models.
Benefits
Medical Coverage through WEA’s ICHRA program.
Paid Time Off (PTO) for full‑time employees.
Paid Holidays (8 annually after 90 days).
Paid Sick Leave per state requirements.
Continuing Education (CE) Reimbursement.
Supportive, mission‑driven work environment.
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