Illinois | Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner – PMHNP – Telehealth Addiction & Mental Health Care

About the role

Affect is transforming behavioral health care by combining mobile technology with counseling and medical services, offering 100% virtual treatment. We break down barriers to care, making it more accessible and effective for our members.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct initial and follow up telehealth evaluations
• Deliver care for both substance use and mental health conditions
• Prescribe medications as appropriate and answer member questions
• Complete documentation in our EHR (Healthie)
• Collaborate with your care team and attend occasional scheduled team meetings

Requirements

• Active and verifiable PMHNP license (Medicaid enrollment is a plus) in the state(s) where you practice, as well as your state of residence if it is not Illinois
• At least 2 years of experience, ideally in addiction or mental health treatment. We will consider relevant previous experience for those with less than 2 years experience as a PMHNP
• Experience prescribing Suboxone and active DEA registration
• Willingness to obtain multi-state licensure (cost covered by Affect)
• Empathy for members facing behavioral health challenges
• Comfort using technology, including EHRs and mobile apps

Additional Information

You’ll need a quiet, private office with a reliable internet connection for HIPAA-compliant telehealth visits. The role may include periodic meetings with internal teams; reasonable accommodations are available as needed.

Why Join Affect?

We are passionate about reimagining behavioral health treatment. Join a mission-driven team focused on meaningful work, offering competitive compensation, remote flexibility, professional growth, and a strong, supportive culture.