Job Summary

Provide psychiatric care to eligible Purdue students, in collaboration with and under the supervision of the Psychiatry Services Director at Counseling and Psychological Services.  Responsible for conducting diagnostic evaluations and providing psychotropic medication management services.  Work collaboratively with therapists and care managers providing care to students. Engage in regular consultation and collaboration with campus colleagues, such as medical providers at the Purdue Student Health Center (PUSH), and serve as an educational resource to the campus community.  

This is a 9 month, academic year position.

Who We Are

At Purdue Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS), our mission is to help Purdue University students maximize the value of their life experiences. As we develop collaborative relationships in a safe and respectful environment, the unique value and dignity of each individual and group are held paramount. For more information about our team and services, please visit: https://www.purdue.edu/caps/ Psychiatry services at CAPS offers a cohesive team that works collaboratively and effectively in supporting student success. We value consultation, lifelong learning, and sharing expertise in providing high quality psychiatric care to students. 

What Sets Us Apart:

• Our benefits start your first day of employment
• Professional development funds
• Recent market adjustments for competitive pay
• No after hours on call and standard business hours with flex options
• Position offers balance with academic year schedule plus university holidays 
• Career Development: We have career paths and many opportunities for you to develop to your next Giant Leap
• We serve a large international and diverse campus and student body
• This role will offer you the opportunity to join a team to assist in aligning CAPS with our Steps to Leaps initiatives

What We Are Looking For

Education and Experience:    
Required:

• Masters or Doctorate NP degree, Indiana NP licensure, and PMHNP-BC certification (or equivalent, such as PMHCNS-BC)
• Must be eligible for or have current Indiana prescriptive authority and DEA registration  

Preferred:

• Three (3) years or more of experience as a psychiatric nurse practitioner 
• Experience treating college students/young adults

Skills:

Required:

• Ability to conduct psychiatric initial evaluations and follow-up medication management appointments and engage in case conceptualization to inform treatment planning, including the ability to make decisions regarding urgency of treatment needs should referral to crisis services be indicated
• Interest and experience related to diversity, social justice, and advocacy, including knowledge and skills to promote effective engagement with students from diverse backgrounds
• Skills and interest in outreach and consultation
• Knowledge of, and adherence to, ethical, legal, and professional standards of practice, including confidentiality requirements
• Independent judgement and discretion
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including those required to effectively document in an Electronic Health Record
• Ability to function well as part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary treatment team
• Ability to relate well to students, other CAPS staff, colleagues in other departments, faculty, and campus partners

Additional Information

• Purdue University will not sponsor employment authorization for this position  
• A background check will be required for employment in this position
• FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible for Overtime)
• Retirement Eligibility:  Defined Contributions Immediately 
• Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply
• Benefit Statement: Purdue University offers a substantial Benefit Package including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous paid time off package for sick and vacation days

Career Stream

Compensation Information: 

Career Stream: Professional 4

Pay Band: S085

Job Code: 20002879

Career Path Maker: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/careerpathmaker/