Correctional Staff Psychiatrist – Outpatient Care & Crisis

California Correctional Health Care Services; Corcoran (CA); On-site; USD 30,259 - 31,136; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Eligible for recruitment and retention stipend of up to $10,000

Pay differential of 15% for direct patient care

Referral bonus of up to $5,000 for current employees who remain employed 90 days

Job summary

California Correctional Health Care Services in Corcoran, CA is hiring a Staff Psychiatrist for its Substance Abuse Treatment Facility. This role involves conducting psychiatric evaluations, prescribing medications, and participating in multidisciplinary case reviews to deliver quality outpatient mental health services to inmates. Candidates must possess an MD or Psychiatrist license in California with a strong ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum experience in correctional or inpatient psychiatric settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations and comprehensive clinical assessments for inmates.
• Participate in treatment planning and multidisciplinary case reviews.
• Prescribe and manage psychotropic medication regimes.
• Provide crisis intervention, psychotherapy, and supportive counseling.
• Offer consultations and training on treatment approaches to clinical and custody staff.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and comply with facility and state regulations.

Skills

Strong communication and documentation skills

Ability to work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary treatment team

Education

MD or Psychiatrist license in California

Current certification in Psychiatry or related field

Job description

California Correctional Health Care Services in Corcoran, CA is hiring a Staff Psychiatrist for its Substance Abuse Treatment Facility. This role involves conducting psychiatric evaluations, prescribing medications, and participating in multidisciplinary case reviews to deliver quality outpatient mental health services to inmates. Candidates must possess an MD or Psychiatrist license in California with a strong ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered.