Advanced Practice Nurse PT (APN) - Wellness Hub
Company: Mental Health Association
Location: Newton
Posted on: February 22, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description MHA promotes mental health and
total wellness for individuals facing challenges associated with
mental illness and addiction recovery. We increase community
awareness while enhancing mental well-being through advocacy,
education, prevention, treatment, and services. MHA is seeking a
part-time Advanced Practice Nurse to join our Wellness Hub Team! Be
a part of the team that makes a difference in the lives of our
consumers. This position provides Psychiatric Urgent Care. Shift
Time Available: Two Week Days (3PM-8PM) Qualifications: Current New
Jersey Licensed Advance Practice Nurse with a Master’s Degree from
a school duly accredited by national accrediting agency approved by
the State of New Jersey Board of Nursing for the preparation of
psychiatric advanced nurse practitioners. Must be an R.N. and be
certified as an advanced practice nurse by the Board of Nursing,
having successfully passed the highest-level practice examination
in the area of psychiatric mental health. Ability to assess
psychiatric needs and early warning signs of psychiatric crisis.
Ability to complete documentation for psychiatric evaluations and
other services in an accurate and timely manner. Ability to use MI
to engage with individuals effectively. Ability to educate
individuals regarding the relationships between medications,
behavioral health, and physical health issues. Ability to
communicate clearly in writing and verbally Valid New Jersey
driver’s license Responsibilities: Uses Motivational Interviewing
to provide psychiatric evaluations and other services to all
participants. Provides all psychiatric services consistent with
SAMHSA’s 10 Principles of Recovery and Eight Principles of Wellness
and Recovery. Prescribes psychotropic medications, and provides
education regarding medication side-effects, negative synergies
with other medications, monitor medications to prevent negative
reactions and ensure positive response to meds. Provides emergency
reassessments, emergency med management, and crisis consults for
EISS participants confronting high-risk situations. Consults with
EISS Director and staff regarding the prevention of health
disparities for vulnerable persons Coordinate with Nurse-UCM, UCMs,
and UCTs regarding integrated health needs, medical care for
physical health problems, delivery of meds to high need individuals
receiving Tier I services, and persons receiving Tier II
skill-building treatment. Meets weekly with consulting psychiatrist
through collaborative service agreement. Provide
consultations/re-evaluations on a scheduled or emergency basis for
participants. Coordinates care with community treatment providers
for physical health problems affecting behavioral health.
Participates in the development of WRAP plans for EISS
participants. Completes all required documentation in a timely
basis per policies/regulations Ask about eligibility for our
Retention Incentive Program after 6 months of employment. Base
Hourly Rate: $90-$95/hour Reports to EISS Program Director Fully
paid medical coverage for eligible staff. Generous 401(k) match.
Plentiful Paid Holidays, Vacation, Personal and Sick time. MHAEM is
a proud equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to
attracting, retaining, and maximizing the performance of a diverse
and inclusive workforce. It is MHAEM’s policy to ensure equal
employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based
on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or
related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or
expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or
domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship
status, uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other
characteristic protected by law. EEO/AA M/F/M/V/D Employee Rights
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