Correctional Psychiatrist - Forensic Mental Health Leader

Cfg Health System Llc; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

CFG Health Systems, LLC seeks a licensed Psychiatrist for the Essex County Correctional Facility in Newark, NJ. The role involves evaluating and treating patients with mental health disorders, collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, and providing comprehensive psychiatric care in a correctional setting.

You will assess, diagnose, and treat patients, manage medications, participate in treatment planning, and ensure appropriate documentation while supporting safety and quality initiatives.

Qualifications

• Must be a licensed Psychiatrist in New Jersey.
• F orensic Evaluator designation preferred.
• Experience providing psychiatric services in inpatient and/or outpatient settings.
• Experience in correctional healthcare or forensic settings preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Ability to interact with institutional staff, medical personnel, and court agencies.
• Must successfully complete a background investigation.

Responsibilities

• Provide full range psychiatric services including assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning.
• Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications and provide medication management.
• Collaborate with physicians, psychologists, social workers, and nurses to coordinate treatment.
• Gather and maintain comprehensive patient information and medical history.
• Participate in treatment team meetings and develop review treatment plans.
• Ensure 24-hour coverage and on-call responsibilities as assigned.
• Supervise subordinate personnel and ensure CQI processes are followed.
• Comply with HIPAA, PREA, safety rules, and facility policies.

Skills

Forensic Psychiatry

Clinical Leadership

Interpersonal Communication

Crisis Intervention

Team Collaboration

Documentation & HIPAA

Education

MD/DO Psychiatry

Board Certified Psychiatry

Tools

EMR Systems

Job description

CFG Health Systems, LLC seeks a licensed Psychiatrist for the Essex County Correctional Facility in Newark, NJ. The role involves evaluating and treating patients with mental health disorders, collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, and providing comprehensive psychiatric care in a correctional setting.

You will assess, diagnose, and treat patients, manage medications, participate in treatment planning, and ensure appropriate documentation while supporting safety and quality initiatives.