Job Title: Board-Certified Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist
Location: New Jersey
Schedule: Full-Time Monday Friday, 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
Call: 1:3 rotation + 1 weekend per month
Position Summary:We are seeking a Board-Certified Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist to join our Regional Behavioral Health team. This position will work alongside a collaborative team of 5 full-time psychiatrists and 7 advanced practice nurses (APNs) with the support of a Regional Medical Director.
The role includes providing clinical leadership and direct patient care for children and adolescents in a newly developed Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) and Outpatient Services. The ideal candidate will also serve as a mentor to APNs and contribute to ongoing program development, safety initiatives, and quality improvement.
Key Responsibilities:Conduct psychiatric evaluations using interviews, observations, and medical history reviews
Diagnose and treat mental health conditions in children and adolescents
Create and manage individualized treatment plans, including psychotherapy and medications
Monitor patient progress with regular follow-up appointments and adjust plans as needed
Participate in weekly multidisciplinary treatment team meetings
Collaborate with psychologists, social workers, and other healthcare providers
Provide clinical mentorship to Advanced Practice Nurses
Maintain thorough documentation of diagnoses, treatment, and outcomes
Stay informed of current developments in psychiatry and mental health
Contribute to quality and safety improvement initiatives
Perform other related duties as assigned
Qualifications:Required:
MD or DO from an accredited medical school
Completion of 4-year psychiatry residency
Board Certification in Psychiatry
Fellowship in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry or equivalent experience
Current DEA license
Strong interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence
