New Graduate Residency — Transition to Practice
Where new graduate clinicians become confident practitioners
A structured, mentorship-driven 12-month paid residency for new graduate PMHNPs and MSW clinicians transitioning from academia into real clinical practice — with a team beside you every step of the way.
Residents join four times a year — Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter.
Launching your career with support, not trial and error
The first year of practice shapes an entire career. Our New Graduate Residency Program is a paid, 12-month transition-to-practice residency designed for newly graduated psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners (PMHNP-BC) and new graduate MSW clinicians (LCSW-A) moving from academia into clinical practice — with structured guidance, individual mentorship, and a genuinely warm, collaborative team.
As a resident, you'll carry a gradually increasing caseload while working side by side with board-certified PMHNPs, licensed clinical social workers, and clinical supervisors — including the residents who came before you. You'll sharpen your clinical reasoning, refine your interventions, and build the judgment and confidence that come only from supported experience.
The residency at a glance
- 12 monthsA full, paid year of structured transition to practice
- Dual trainingOutpatient and inpatient psychiatric settings
- 4 starts a yearSpring, Summer, Fall, and Winter entry points
- Small cohortsSo every resident receives meaningful, individual attention
Individual Mentorship
Ongoing one-on-one guidance from experienced, board-certified PMHNPs, licensed clinical social workers, and clinical supervisors — never left to figure it out alone.
Supervised Caseload Ramp
Begin with a manageable panel that grows as your confidence and clinical judgment do.
Multidisciplinary Team
Train alongside psychiatric nurse practitioners, therapists, social workers, and clinical supervisors in a truly collaborative model.
What it takes to get started
To begin the residency, every incoming resident must have, by their start date:
- Full North Carolina licensure with authorization to practice — an active NC license in your discipline (PMHNP-BC for nurse practitioners; LCSW-A for MSW graduates), valid and authorizing practice as of your start date.
- Individual malpractice coverage of at least $1,000,000 / $3,000,000 — your own professional liability policy ($1,000,000 per occurrence / $3,000,000 aggregate), in place by your start date.
What your year with us includes
Our program is built around the competencies new clinicians most need — clinical depth, sound judgment, and a sustainable, ethical practice style.
Comprehensive Assessment & Treatment Planning
Intake, assessment, and diagnostic formulation across the lifespan.
Psychopharmacology & Medication Management
Evidence-based prescribing, medication selection, and ongoing monitoring across the lifespan — with case review and mentor feedback.
Evidence-Based Clinical Interventions
Psychotherapy, clinical case work, and treatment interventions for our MSW residents — with ongoing supervision and mentor feedback.
Crisis Intervention & Risk Assessment
Suicide risk evaluation, safety planning, and de-escalation skills.
Dual Training — Outpatient & Inpatient
Experience both worlds in one program: outpatient clinic life and inpatient psychiatric care.
Documentation & Standards of Practice
Clear, defensible clinical documentation and professional workflows.
Professional Growth
Structured supervision toward full licensure and independent practice — and preparation for a lasting career.
Graduation & Certification Ceremony
Celebrating your successful completion of the program — a formal ceremony recognizing your certification and your transition out of new-grad status.
Who this program is for
The program is open to new graduates transitioning from academia into clinical practice on two tracks:
- New graduate PMHNPs who have earned their MSN in the psychiatric mental health specialty, passed their board certification (PMHNP-BC), and are fully licensed in North Carolina.
- New graduate MSW clinicians who hold an Associate Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-A) license in North Carolina and are beginning their post-graduate clinical career.
- Either way, you value warm, patient-centered, evidence-based care and long-term growth within a supportive, collaborative practice.
"Our residents are never an afterthought — they're supported, challenged, and mentored from day one."
The Institute team
Train at Restorative Mindset & Behavior Institute
Restorative Mindset & Behavior Institute is a warm, outpatient mental health practice where board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioners, licensed clinical social workers, and clinical supervisors work together to deliver comprehensive mental wellness care.
Common questions
Is this a paid position?
Yes. The New Graduate Residency Program is a paid 12-month residency — you are a valued, compensated member of our clinical team, not an unpaid observer.
How long is the program?
The residency runs for 12 months — a full year of structured mentorship, supervised caseload growth, and dual training in outpatient and inpatient settings.
When do positions start?
We welcome new residents four times a year, with entry points every Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter. Reach out any time to learn about the next cohort.
Who is eligible to apply?
The program is open to two tracks: newly graduated psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners (PMHNP-BC) and new graduate MSW clinicians (LCSW-A) transitioning from academia into clinical practice. To get started, you must be fully licensed in North Carolina with authorization to practice by your start date.
Do I need my own malpractice coverage?
Yes. Residents must carry individual professional liability (malpractice) coverage of at least $1,000,000 per occurrence / $3,000,000 aggregate by their start date.
Where will I train?
Our residents receive dual training in both outpatient and inpatient settings, giving you the breadth of experience most new graduates wait years to gain.
You finish as an experienced clinician
Residents who successfully complete the program are celebrated with a graduation and certification ceremony — a formal recognition of everything you've earned in your residency year. You leave new-grad status behind and step into your first year as an experienced clinician, with a full year of mentorship, dual training, and supported practice behind you.
Ready to begin your career the right way?
We accept a small number of residents each year so every new clinician receives meaningful, individual attention. If you'd like to be considered, send us your résumé and a brief introduction to info@rmbigroup.org.
Questions are welcome — we're happy to talk through the program with you.