A mission-driven nonprofit is seeking an experienced Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join its senior leadership team in a dynamic role that combines direct patient care with strategic leadership. This is a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of youth and families while helping to shape innovative behavioral health programs and expand access to high-quality mental health services throughout the Des Moines region.
Position Overview:
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on care planning and crisis support while leading clinical strategy, program development, and service innovation for a growing nonprofit organization in Iowa
• Act as part of the executive team to design and implement evidence-based, trauma-informed care models primarily for adolescent patients
• Provide consultation, mentorship, and guidance to clinical teams
• Position includes about 15% direct patient care providing medication management and clinical understanding
• Excellent work/life balance with up to 5 weeks' vacation
• Starting salary of $150K-$175K (negotiable)
Qualifications:
• Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner/ PMHNP
• 3+ years leadership or program development and prior management of direct reports preferred
• Experience with youth, families, or high-risk populations preferred
• Strong clinical judgment, collaboration, and strategic thinking skills
About Des Moines, Iowa:
• Affordable & accessible – Cost of living ~12–23% below the U.S. average
• Strong, stable economy – Metro population just shy of 1 million with continued growth and development of the region
• Enjoy work-life balance with an average commute of 18 minutes, far shorter than most major cities
• Vibrant downtown, nationally recognized events, trails, and parks without the congestion
For more information, contact Rebecca Geurin, Senior Search Consultant:
Email: Rebecca.Geurin@jacksonphysiciansearch.com
Call or Text: 314-788-6861
Schedule a Call: https://calendly.com/rgeur
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Senior Clinical Director – Adolescent Psychiatry in Iowa | PMHNP
Location:
Iowa
Specialty:
Nurse Practitioner - Psychiatry
Recruiter Name:
Rebecca Geurin
Recruiter Email:
rebecca.geurin@jacksonphysiciansearch.com
Recruiter Phone:
(314) 788-6861
Reference Number:
JO-2605-14918
