•ACT teams are multi-disciplinary and include psychiatry, nursing, social work, peer specialists and other staff members offering intensive, community-based care to individuals with severe mental illness, focusing on medication management, rehabilitation, treatment and recovery support services in home and community settings

•Using a person-centered approach, team members collaborate to deliver comprehensive, integrated and flexible services

•With a small staff to participant ratio, in-person and on phone services are brought to the participant and offered in the community setting

Key Responsibilities:

• Assessment and Care Planning: Conduct health and psychiatric assessments, develop individualized treatment plans, and monitor client progress.
• Medication Management: Administer medications, manage the medication system, monitor for side effects, and educate clients and staff on medications.
• Health Promotion & Education: Lead health promotion activities, educate clients on wellness topics, recovery strategies, and their health conditions.
• Community-Based Care: Provide care in community settings, such as clients' homes, ensuring consistent support outside traditional clinics.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with other ACT team members, psychiatrists, and external healthcare providers to provide integrated care.
• Advocacy: Advocate for participants to ensure they receive necessary medical care and access to community supports.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate health records and document client progress according to agency policies

Skills and Qualifications:

• Nursing License: A valid NYS Registered Nurse (RN) license is required.
• Specialized Skills: Strong engagement, assessment, communication, and critical thinking skills are essential.
• Mental Health Knowledge: Advanced knowledge of mental health symptoms, treatments, and recovery is beneficial.
• Flexibility: The role demands flexibility and resilience, as care is delivered in community settings and travel throughout Queens (primarily) is a must.
• Empathy and Rapport: The ability to build trust and rapport with clients and their families is crucial for effective treatment.