Child And Adolescent Psychiatrist or PMHNP

About the Role

The Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist or Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner provides psychiatric/medical oversight, consultation, and direct psychiatric services to clients of Family Behavioral Health. The role collaborates with clinical supervisors, mental‑health clinicians, community partners, colleagues, and families to deliver family‑centered, strengths‑based, individually‑tailored care for children, youth, and families served by Catholic Community Services in Vancouver, WA.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric assessments of youth in services.
• Evaluate medication needs, prescribe, and supervise ongoing medication management for all assigned clients.
• Participate in regular intervention reviews and ongoing treatment planning for all consumers.
• Meet regularly and as needed with consumers for medication monitoring/management; consult with families as appropriate.
• Provide regular psychiatric/medical consultation and direction to clinical staff.
• Participate in care coordination with community partners for higher levels of care or specialized treatment services.
• Consult regularly with leadership regarding service needs.
• Complete all paperwork and record‑keeping required of the position.
• Provide after‑hours, on‑call consultation via phone, as needed.
• Consult with PMHNP staff on complex cases or when requested.
• Other duties may be included.

Qualifications

• Legally licensed to practice medicine in Washington State; license and DEA certificate in good standing; ability to meet privileging and credentialing criteria (JCAHO and NCQA).
• For psychiatrists: Board Certified as Adolescent Psychiatrist (or BE certification).
• For PMHNPs: Current PMHNP certification.
• Minimum two years of experience working with children and families in a clinical setting, with strong knowledge of child and adolescent development and family systems.
• Demonstrated competence in assessment, diagnosis, medication evaluation, and sound prescriptive practices for children experiencing mental illness.
• Commitment to strengths‑based, family‑centered, and individually‑tailored clinical approaches.
• Ability to understand and work with child‑serving systems (mental health, child welfare, education, juvenile justice/courts, public health, social services).
• Commitment to collaborative teamwork with multi‑disciplinary staff.
• Successful completion of required background clearances.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity and culturally responsive services.
• Willingness to consult with staff and support a workplace that embraces diversity.
• Support and uphold the mission, beliefs, and values of Catholic Community Services.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work with an innovative therapeutic team serving youth and families in their homes and communities.
• Part‑time employment (3+ days per week) with a hybrid model—primarily telehealth, with occasional in‑person appointments, events, and trainings.
• Pay commensurate with related experience and credentials.
• Values‑driven culture emphasizing compassion, diversity, excellence, justice, stewardship, accountability, and safety.
• Access to a large, supportive organization of nearly 800 employees across multiple sites in Washington and Oregon.

Schedule

Part‑time (3+ days per week). Hybrid position with services primarily provided via telehealth and in‑person; some in‑person appointments, events, and trainings may be required.

About Vancouver

Vancouver, WA, is nestled between the Pacific Ocean and the Cascade Mountains on the north bank of the Columbia River, offering sweeping views of Mt. Hood. Just 10 miles from Portland, it provides an affordable cost of living and abundant outdoor recreation—scenic trails, lakes, rivers, 191 parks, wineries, and nearby Mt. Helens for snowshoeing. Whether you enjoy mountain biking, fishing, birdwatching, or exploring the outdoors, Vancouver offers a vibrant setting for work and life.