RiseWell Community Services is looking for a full-time Psychiatrist to join our Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team and clinic. This individual will provide psychiatric and medical assessment and treatment to individuals with severe and persistent mental illness. The Psychiatrist serves as a member of a mobile, multi-disciplinary treatment team, delivering individualized care to those in need. Responsibilities include providing clinical supervision, education, and training to the team, utilizing an evidence-based, trauma-informed approach to support participant recovery, as well as collaborating with outside care providers and referral sources.
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QUALIFICATIONS:
- Currently licensed as a physician by the NYS Education Department
- Certified by, or eligible to be certified by, the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
- A valid and clean NY State driver license
- Fingerprinting, criminal record check
- Approval from NYS Office of Mental Health
- Knowledge of psychopharmacology, cognitive behavioral therapy, supportive psychotherapy, and psychosocial approaches for the treatment and rehabilitation of persons with severe and persistent mental illness
- Knowledge of clinical and administrative supervision
- Must maintain license as physician in New York State
- Must be able to utilize agency IT programs and mobile IT software in the community
CORE & ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITY:
- Responsible for monitoring recipient treatment and staff delivery of clinical services (in conjunction with the Team Leader)
- Provide assistance in developing treatment plans in conjunction with the ACT team
- Meet individuals in the community to provide psychiatric assessment and ongoing follow-up of medication management
- Provide clinical supervision, education, and training to the team, while supporting and supervising the NPP
- Responsible for the development, maintenance, and supervision of medication administration and psychiatric and medical treatment procedures
- Participate on and share responsibility with a team that delivers an integrated array of treatment, rehabilitation and support services, customized to each individual. Attend at least 1 morning meeting weekly
- Provide the majority of clinical services in the community and participate in a rotating 24-hour crisis coverage and response
- Collaborate with outside care providers and referral sources to ensure proper care
- Comply with agency Compliance Plan and False Claims Policy by preventing, detecting, and reporting any potential healthcare abuse and fraud
- Utilize all agency-based IT applications in a proficient manner
- Remain current on changing developments in field of expertise
- Other related duties
Salary: $91.00 – $105.00 per hour
BENEFITS INCLUDE:
- Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision
- Retirement 401K Savings Plan with Employer Match
- Generous Paid Time Off for Full-time and Eligible Part-Time Employees
- 13 paid Holidays for Full-time and Eligible Part-Time Employees
- Long and Short Term Disability
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- CALM App Subscription
- Flexible Work Schedules
- Career Growth & Promotional Opportunities
- Comprehensive Paid Training
- Supplemental Accident, Illness and Hospitalization Insurance
- Supplemental Pet Insurance
- Encouragement for Educational Professional Advancement
- Employee Perks & Discounts on Broadway shows, theme parks, and other attractions
- Eligibility for Federal/Public Loan Forgiveness
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
RiseWell Community Services provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
ABOUT US:
Founded in 1972, RiseWell Community Services (RiseWell) is an innovative, multi-service, community-based social wellness agency. We are a major provider of health and wellness services, senior and children’s care, addiction recovery services, as well as affordable housing and support. RiseWell continues to serve thousands of community members across Suffolk, Nassau, Queens, Brooklyn, Bronx, and Manhattan.
RiseWell has developed innovative, successful programs that are designed to meet the needs of vulnerable populations, such as individuals in recovery, those living with chronic medical conditions, adult home residents, the homeless, low-income seniors, and at-risk children.
For more information about RiseWell Community Services, please visit our website: https://www.risewell.org/.