Psychiatrist

Job Title: Psychiatrist (Full-Time)

We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Psychiatrist to join our team on a part-time basis at Deep Creek Youth Academy in Hastings, FL. If you are passionate about providing care to youth in need and want to join a top-notch team, please apply today! We offer a competitive salary and a supportive work environment dedicated to making a difference in the lives of young individuals.

Company: Youth Opportunity Investments - Deep Creek Youth Academy

Youth Opportunity Investments is dedicated to empowering youth with individualized needs to achieve success and independence by establishing solid foundations of physical and emotional well-being, positive social and familial relationships, and education. Through a strong commitment to teamwork, leadership, and organizational culture, our employees are equipped and qualified to create transformative impacts in the lives of young individuals. At Youth Opportunity, we prioritize the investment in excellence for the growth and success of our employees and the achievement of the youth we serve.

Learn more about our culture at: https://online.flippingbook.com/view/964058972/1/

Job Type: Full-Time

Key Responsibilities

• Provide oversight and clinical supervision for psychiatric services.
• Conduct clinical diagnostic evaluations, treatment team consultations, and medical prescription management.
• Supervise the psychiatric nurse practitioner while providing clinical guidance to the medical team.
• Direct the development and implementation of psychiatric protocols, including seclusion policies and administration of PRN medication.
• Serve as the Designated Mental Health Authority for the facility, as required by contract or state/local regulations.
• Participate in ongoing clinical in-service training and development activities.
• Maintain a high standard of role model behavior for youth.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Education: Must hold a valid state license as a Psychiatrist.
• Experience: One to two years of experience in direct-care delivery of treatment or clinical services, plus one year of supervisory experience preferred. Experience in residential DJJ programs, offender treatment programs, group work modalities, child welfare, and substance abuse treatment is highly desirable.
• Skills: Must be able to work effectively with diverse groups of staff and residents in a participatory management environment.
• Physical Demands: Ability to periodically work extended hours and respond to mental health crises as needed. Must be able to assist staff in restraining youth using approved behavior management techniques. PAR certification preferred. Must be free of communicable diseases as required by the state.
• Other: Must meet state criminal background check requirements and maintain employment eligibility status.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Youth Opportunity Investments is an equal opportunity employer and affords equal opportunity to all associates and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic data, or any other legally protected status.