Psychiatrist - OC Clinics

Seneca Family of Agencies; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 331,000 - 365,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel stipends

Hybrid work schedule

Job summary

Seneca Family of Agencies seeks a Child/Adolescent Psychiatrist to deliver comprehensive psychiatric services to youth and families with complex needs. You will conduct evaluations, develop treatment plans, and oversee ongoing medication management, collaborating with county partners for safety and well-being.

Clinics are in Anaheim, Lake Forest, and Santa Ana with hybrid in-person and telehealth options, serving ages 0-20 and their families.

Qualifications

• Board eligibility or certification in Child/Adolescent Psychiatry.
• Active California Medical License and valid DEA certificate.
• Successful completion of Seneca’s credentialing process.
• Proof of liability insurance.
• Valid driver's license and insurability through Seneca’s insurance policy.
• TB test clearance and fingerprinting clearance.

Responsibilities

• Complete initial psychiatric evaluations of clients to determine medication and treatment needs.
• Prescribe and monitor medications regularly during a client’s enrollment.
• Provide consultation and education to treatment staff regarding medication use.
• Provide coverage for other psychiatrists via telehealth.
• Maintain timely and accurate paperwork, including Medi-Cal documentation.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned by leadership.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Board eligibility or certification in Child/Adolescent Psychiatry

Active California Medical License

DEA Certificate

Job description

As aPsychiatrist, you will provide comprehensive psychiatric services to youth and families with complex needs, including conducting evaluations, developing individualized treatment plans, and overseeing ongoing medication management. The Psychiatrist will serve as a clinical resource to program staff and collaborate closely with county partners to promote safety, stability, and overall well-being. Will be supporting clinics in: Anaheim, Lake Forest and Santa Ana in Orange County, CA

About The Clinics

The three outpatient clinics provide services to youth, ages 0-20, and their families focused on strengthening self-regulation, communication and connection through various treatment modalities. Services provided in the clinic include individual, family and group therapy, case management services, medication management services, psychological testing, equine mental health therapy, Therapeutic Behavioral Services and rehabilitation services. Our team engages in a family-systems, strength-based and collaborative approach to treatment, supporting youth/families in addressing the concerns that matter to them most. Our team is provided with robust training and staff have expertise in working with those impacted by trauma, adoption, lack of permanency and high acuity behaviors.

About Seneca

Seneca is committed to providing traditionally marginalized communities a network of outstanding mental health, community based, and educational services. We are committed to building a diverse staff. Our programs are deeply engaged in conversations and trainings on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in order to bring equity and justice to the youth and families we serve.

Responsibilities

• Complete initial psychiatric evaluations of clients to determine medication and treatment needs.
• Prescribe and monitor medications regularly during a client’s enrollment in program
• Provide consultation and education to treatment staff regarding medication use as part of the treatment regimen for each client during the course of their treatment in program.
• Provide coverage for other psychiatrists within the region as needed via telehealth
• Maintain timely and accurate paperwork as needed, including Medi-Cal documentation.
• Additional responsibilities as by the Program Director, Assistant Program Director and/or Agency Medical Director.

Qualifications

REQUIRED:

• Board eligibility or certification in Child/Adolescent Psychiatry
• Active California Medical License, Current and Valid DEA Certificate
• Successful completion of Seneca’s credentialing process
• Proof of liability insurance
• Valid driver's license, clean driving record, and insurability through Seneca Family of Agencies’ insurance policy
• TB test clearance, fingerprinting clearance, and any other state/federal licensing or certification requirements

SCHEDULE

• Contracted
  • Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm
  • 20 - 40 hours per week
• Hybrid; combination of in-person services and telehealth services

Benefits

• Contracted
  • $240/hour: board-eligible Child/Adolescent Psychiatrist with no board certifications
  • $250/hour: board-eligible Child/Adolescent Psychiatrist with board certification in General Psychiatry
  • $265/hour: board-certified Child/Adolescent Psychiatrist in Child/Adolescent Psychiatry
  • Additional compensation upon passing the bilingual language proficiency exam
• Travel stipends are also offered for extended commutes