Location: Northpoint Littleton (Adult outpatient in Littleton, CO)
Schedule: Flexible - 15 hours/week Monday-Friday
Compensation: $70-95/hour
Northpoint Recovery Holdings, LLC began 2009 as Ashwood Outpatient and officially launched the Northpoint platform in 2015. Now celebrating 10 years of growth in 2025, Northpoint is a leading behavioral healthcare provider offering evidence-based treatment for adults with substance use and co-occurring disorders through the Northpoint Recovery brand, and mental health treatment for adolescents through Imagine by Northpoint. Operating under an in-network, commercial insurance model, Northpoint has grown exclusively through de novo expansion—from two facilities to seventeen across the Western U.S.—with more planned in both existing and new markets. We’re guided by core values of humility, heart, inspiration, and conviction.
Our mission is simple: saving lives and restoring relationships by helping people get their lives back, and treating every individual with empathy and respect.
As a key member of the Northpoint team, the Psychiatric Advanced Practice Provider will provide consultation, and medical and administrative direction to subordinate medical and support staff in various treatment settings (inpatient and outpatient). This person will provide direct patient care including diagnostic assessment, preventative and educational services, and medication evaluation and management to the patient population, in accordance with best care practices, industry standards, organizational guidelines, and state and federal laws. The Psychiatric Advanced Practice Provider will work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary treatment team to provide the best possible care. This position requires extensive internal and external communication with all levels of staff, leadership, physicians, vendors, and other professional colleagues.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
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Last updated: July 18, 2026
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About Northpoint Recovery
Northpoint Recovery is hiring for this PMHNP position. Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners play a critical role in addressing the growing demand for mental health services across the United States. This employer is actively seeking qualified candidates to join their team.
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Provide advanced medical and psychiatric services consistent with the ethical guidelines of the profession and the policies and procedures of Northpoint
Conduct health assessments, psychiatric evaluations, and medical exams of patients with known or foreseen health problems
Medication evaluation and initiation and short-term management of prescribed medications
Order and interpret lab tests for patients prior to and/or during prescription management
Consultation to physicians and providers regarding any ongoing medical care, maintenance and disease prevention
Case management, engage in education process
Interact routinely with patients, observe behaviors and communicate significant observations to multidisciplinary team as necessary
Document information regarding patient care and behavior as required in policies and procedures
Participate in patient treatment planning and implementation under the direction of the Medical Director
Utilize de-escalation skills when exposed to volatile patients to maintain personal safety for the patient and other individuals in our care
Consult with the multidisciplinary treatment team in the development of treatment plans and discharge planning to strive for excellent patient care
Comply with all laws, regulations, and scope of licensure
Monitor patients on an ongoing basis to continually assess needs and facilitate medical treatment and interventions
Document medical assessment, diagnosis, progress notes, roundings, and other treatment planning items in a timely manner to assure comprehensive and quality patient care
Maintain professional boundaries with patients at all times
Oversee and participate in the quality assurance and compliance activities of the facility
Provide medical updates to utilization review and representatives of managed care to best coordinate reimbursement of treatment services
Adhere to all company policies and procedures
Maintain confidentiality in accordance with established policies and procedures and standards of care
Other medically appropriate services and special projects as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:
Master’s Degree in Nursing with specialty from an accredited program
Current, unencumbered, active license to practice as an Advanced Practice Provider in the state where services are rendered, with prescriptive privileges, at hire and for the entire duration of employment. Acceptable licensure includes:
Physician Assistant (PA-C; CAQ preferred)
Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
Valid DEA Controlled Substance Registration Certificate
Valid National Provider Identification (NPI) number
Current and nationally accredited CPR/First Aid/AED certification
Knowledge of computer and electronic medical records systems
Enthusiasm, passion for working with people, and an internal drive to improve the lives of individuals in our care
Minimum of two (2) years of experience required; preferably with one (1) year inpatient residential experience
Must maintain applicable state licensure requirements throughout duration of employment
Ability to work with a diverse population along with interpersonal skills and knowledge required for treating patients in area of assigned specialty
Demonstrated ability to hold strong personal boundaries and ability to build rapport with patients
Must understand and adhere to the ethical standards of the respective licensure governing board
PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
Excellent organizational abilities
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Attention to detail and accuracy
Patient service oriented (both internal and external)
Creative and persistent problem solver
Able to handle confidential material in a reliable manner
Ability to interact and communicate with individuals at all levels of organization
Strong interpersonal skills to handle sensitive situations and confidential information
Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
Excellent critical thinking skills
Strong attention to detail with demonstrated organizational skills
Comfortable analyzing information and dealing with complexity
Able to handle confidential material in a reliable manner
Excellent communication skills; ability to communicate clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing
Strong interpersonal skills to handle sensitive situations and confidential information
Social ease and a demonstrated ability to build relationships with a variety of different people and personality types
Ability to perform several tasks concurrently with ease and professionalism
Ability to effectively prioritize workload and manage stress in a fast-paced environment
This job description is not intended, and should not be construed, to be exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with this job. It is meant to be an accurate reflection of the principal job elements essential for making fair pay decisions about jobs.
Employees with potential access to protected health information must comply with all procedures and guidelines governed by HIPAA.
Northpoint is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Northpoint is an At-Will employer. Employment may be terminated at any time by employee, or employer with or without notice.
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