Nurse Practitioner - Adult

Behavioral Health Consultant

ACCESS Family Care – Southwest Missouri

ACCESS Family Care is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Behavioral Health Consultant (BHC) to join our growing team. This role provides integrated behavioral health support within our primary care clinics and plays a key part in improving patient outcomes through brief interventions, assessments, and collaborative care.

Position Details

• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
• Some flexibility in hours based on patient needs.
• Travel: Local travel required between ACCESS Family Care clinic locations.
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Location: Southwest Missouri

Minimum Requirements

• Fully Missouri Licensed LCSW or LPC (required)
• Strong clinical assessment and intervention skills
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• Excellent communication and documentation abilities
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for local travel

Key Responsibilities

• Provide brief behavioral health interventions within a primary care setting
• Conduct assessments, screenings, and crisis evaluations
• Collaborate with medical providers to support integrated patient care
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
• Participate in care team meetings and quality improvement initiatives

Why Join ACCESS Family Care?

• Mission-driven organization focused on improving community health
• Supportive, team-oriented environment
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Meaningful work that impacts underserved populations

Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)

ACCESS Family Care – HRSA Approved Site

Position Summary

ACCESS Family Care is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) to join our mission-driven healthcare team. As a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and HRSA-approved site, ACCESS Family Care is committed to providing high-quality, comprehensive healthcare services to underserved populations throughout our communities.

The Family Nurse Practitioner will provide primary care services to patients across the lifespan, emphasizing preventive care, health promotion, disease management, and patient education. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working in a collaborative, patient-centered environment.

Essential Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive primary care services to pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
• Perform physical examinations, establish diagnoses, and develop treatment plans.
• Order, interpret, and communicate laboratory, imaging, and diagnostic test results.
• Prescribe medications and treatments according to state regulations and organizational policies.
• Manage acute and chronic health conditions.
• Provide health education and preventive care counseling.
• Coordinate care with physicians, specialists, behavioral health providers, and other healthcare team members.
• Maintain accurate and timely electronic medical records.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and meet productivity standards.
• Comply with HRSA, FQHC, and organizational regulatory requirements.

QualificationsRequired

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from an accredited program.
• Current Nurse Practitioner licensure in Missouri (or ability to obtain).
• Current national certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C or FNP-BC).
• Current DEA registration and Missouri controlled substance registration (or ability to obtain).
• Current BLS certification.
• Strong communication and patient relationship skills.

Preferred

• Previous experience in family practice, community health, rural health, or FQHC settings.
• Bilingual skills are a plus.
• Experience working with underserved populations.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Retirement plan with employer contribution
• Continuing education assistance
• Malpractice coverage
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunity to qualify for NHSC Loan Repayment Program and other HRSA-related incentives, subject to program eligibility

Why Join ACCESS Family Care?

At ACCESS Family Care, our mission is to provide quality healthcare services to all individuals, regardless of their ability to pay. We are dedicated to improving the health and well-being of the communities we serve through compassionate, patient-focused care.

How to Apply

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a resume and application for consideration @ www.accessfamilycare.org.

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

Organization: ACCESS Family Care

Location: Joplin, Carthage & Neosho MO, other locations as needed

Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary: Based on previous experience

Position Overview

ACCESS Family Care is seeking a dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join our integrated behavioral health team within our Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC). This role provides comprehensive psychiatric and behavioral health services to patients across the lifespan.

The PMHNP works collaboratively with primary care providers, therapists, and the Substance Use Disorder (SUD) team to deliver high-quality, trauma-informed, culturally responsive care. Responsibilities include psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, medication management, and evidence-based treatment for mental health and substance use disorders, including Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT). This position plays a key role in improving access, continuity, and outcomes for underserved populations.

Job Purpose

The Medication Provider assesses clients and, when appropriate, prescribes medications to ensure the behavioral health needs of individuals enrolled in the program are met.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct medical and psychiatric assessments with diagnostic formulation and documentation of medical necessity.
• Screen for required medical, psychological, neurological, and other specialized evaluations.
• Educate clients on medication effects and appropriate steps in the event of adverse reactions.
• Provide ongoing medication management services.
• Complete all required documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with internal staff and external providers to ensure effective continuity of care.
• Participate in limited on-call rotation for urgent or emergent client needs.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Behavioral Health Director.

Qualifications

Education:

• Master’s degree (minimum requirement)

Skills & Abilities:

• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team-based, integrated care environment

Professional Certification:

• Active license with prescribing authority in the State of Missouri

Experience:

• Training in prescribing and monitoring psychotropic medications

Working Conditions

• Work is primarily performed in an office or clinic setting.
• Regular use of phones, computers, and related technology is expected.
• No special working conditions apply.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods.
• Occasional travel, including trips requiring several hours in a vehicle.
• Light lifting or moving of items up to 20 pounds

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Retirement plan with employer contribution
• Continuing education assistance
• Malpractice coverage
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunity to qualify for NHSC Loan Repayment Program and other HRSA-related incentives, subject to program eligibility

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

Organization: ACCESS Family Care

Location: Joplin, Carthage & Neosho MO, other locations as needed

Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary: Based on previous experience

Position Overview

ACCESS Family Care is seeking a dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join our integrated behavioral health team within our Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC). This role provides comprehensive psychiatric and behavioral health services to patients across the lifespan.

The PMHNP works collaboratively with primary care providers, therapists, and the Substance Use Disorder (SUD) team to deliver high-quality, trauma-informed, culturally responsive care. Responsibilities include psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, medication management, and evidence-based treatment for mental health and substance use disorders, including Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT). This position plays a key role in improving access, continuity, and outcomes for underserved populations.

Job Purpose

The Medication Provider assesses clients and, when appropriate, prescribes medications to ensure the behavioral health needs of individuals enrolled in the program are met.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct medical and psychiatric assessments with diagnostic formulation and documentation of medical necessity.
• Screen for required medical, psychological, neurological, and other specialized evaluations.
• Educate clients on medication effects and appropriate steps in the event of adverse reactions.
• Provide ongoing medication management services.
• Complete all required documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with internal staff and external providers to ensure effective continuity of care.
• Participate in limited on-call rotation for urgent or emergent client needs.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Behavioral Health Director.

Qualifications

Education:

• Master’s degree (minimum requirement)

Skills & Abilities:

• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team-based, integrated care environment

Professional Certification:

• Active license with prescribing authority in the State of Missouri

Experience:

• Training in prescribing and monitoring psychotropic medications

Working Conditions

• Work is primarily performed in an office or clinic setting.
• Regular use of phones, computers, and related technology is expected.
• No special working conditions apply.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods.
• Occasional travel, including trips requiring several hours in a vehicle.
• Light lifting or moving of items up to 20 pounds