Job Description

Company Overview:

Shrub Oak International School () is a therapeutic day and residential school for autistic children, adolescents, and young adults with complex co-occurring conditions. Located in northern Westchester County, Shrub Oak offers unparalleled educational opportunities for autistic students in a family-centric, supportive environment. We offer a variety of programs to meet the needs of students across the spectrum, and our curriculum is based on the most advanced and successful evidence-based clinical and academic approaches in ASD education.

Essential Functions:

Reporting to the Senior Director of Health and Wellness, the Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner plays a critical role in supporting the holistic well-being, care, and treatment of our students. They work in collaboration with our Director of Clinical Services, Director of Education, and Director of Residential. Having access to confidential information, discretion and independent judgement is required.

• Prescribe, direct, or administer psychotherapeutic treatments or medications to treat mental, emotional, and/or behavioral disorders.
• Gather and maintain patient information and records, including social or medical history obtained from the student, family members and/or other professionals
• Design, implement, oversee and manage individualized care plans, using a variety of treatments.
• Collaborate with Shrub Oak’s transdisciplinary team, including the Director of Clinical Services, Director of Health and Wellness, Director of Education, and Director of Campus Life, as well as other healthcare professionals as needed and required per Shrub Oak policies and practices to discuss treatment plans and progress as needed and required
• Analyze and evaluate patient data or test findings to diagnose nature or extent of mental and/or physical disorders
• Analyze qualitative and quantitative data to determine effectiveness of treatments or therapies and approaches
• Meet with students to assess general physical, mental and emotional condition(s).
• Advise or inform guardians, relatives, or significant others of student’s conditions or treatment.
• Remain current of research, advances and related topics concerning mental, emotional, or behavioral states or disorders
• Prepare reports summarizing patient diagnostic or care activities
• Attend meetings, and serve on committees to promote, maintain and share learnings and progress in the field.
• Handle all other additional responsibilities as needed and required.

Please note: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Requirements:

Experience & Education:

Required:

• Must be a licensed PMHNP (Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner) with a graduate degree in mental health nursing; a doctoral degree is preferred.
• Active licenses in good standing required.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience working as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in pediatric/adult psychiatry.
• Strong interpersonal and consultative skills, with the ability to clearly and concisely express ideas both orally and in writing to diverse clients, professionals, parents, and groups.
• Professional and executive presence, capable of representing the school effectively when speaking to both large and small groups.
• Demonstrated cultural awareness and sensitivity.
• Proactive in recognizing issues or problems and selecting appropriate solutions, often quickly, in fast-paced, changing circumstances.
• Ability to thrive in a high-volume, fast-paced environment while managing multiple demands and shifting priorities.
• Computer proficiency with a solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office and other software, and the ability to learn to navigate internal database management software.
• Experience in a boarding school environment, particularly with both domestic and international students.
• Experience in special education or residential school settings, particularly with students requiring psychiatric support and stabilization.
• Experience working with individuals on the autism spectrum or with developmental disabilities.
• Experience in handling complex medical, emotional, and psychological situations with a holistic approach, aiming for sustained improvement, well-being, and regulation.

Preferred:

• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain solid relationships and work cross-functionally with other disciplines and areas of the school, team player with excellent problem-solving, decision-making skills, and judgment.
• Familiarity with evidence-based psychiatric and behavioral interventions specific to autism spectrum disorders and co-occurring conditions.
• Knowledge of sensory integration strategies and therapeutic approaches within a structured, supportive environment.
• Prior experience in crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques.
• Previous participation in research, training, or professional development activities related to child and adolescent psychiatry or special education.

Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of psychopharmacology and medication management
• Crisis intervention and de-escalation expertise
• Ability to develop and implement individualized treatment plans
• Strong collaboration within interdisciplinary teams
• Effective communication with students, families, and staff
• Data analysis to evaluate treatment effectiveness
• Proficient in maintaining accurate patient records
• Cultural competency and sensitivity in diverse environments
• Adaptability in high-paced, high-volume settings
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and database management systems
• Public speaking and training facilitation for staff and caregivers
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Strong relationship-building skills across disciplines
• Problem-solving in complex medical and psychological cases
• Executive presence for representing the school professionally
• Proactive in identifying issues and selecting appropriate solutions
• Excellent listening skills to assess and address student needs effectively

Benefits:

Available for full-time employees. An overview of our benefits:

• Insurance coverage: Health, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance
• Flexible spending account (FSA)
• Paid time off (PTO)
• 401k w/ company match
• Tuition/Professional development assistance
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Employee discounts

Physical Requirements/Demands:

A workday regularly includes multiple or conflicting demands, deadlines and time pressures; work regularly requires sustained concentration. Standing for sustained periods of time, bending, stretching, walking up and down stairs (building has 6 floors), around a hilly campus as needed, may also require walking between floors or between buildings at a moment’s notice. May need to lift/move boxes up to 25 pounds and move or rearrange furniture.

Work Environment:

We are a boarding school located on a 127-acre campus. The work environment will include both indoor and outdoor spaces, mostly inside the classroom or educational environment. May include work within the residential setting. The building has 6 floors accessible by staircases and elevators.

EEO Statement:

Shrub Oak is an equal employment opportunity employer. Shrub Oak International School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to apply for a job or to perform the essentials functions of their job. Please advise us if you require a reasonable accommodation.

Please note:

SOIS maintains a smoke-free environment to ensure the health and safety of our students, employees, and community. Smoking or vaping of any kind is strictly prohibited indoors, outdoors, and during off-campus activities, with enforcement measures in place including smoke/vape detectors. Non-compliance will result in disciplinary action up to and including termination.

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