Psychiatry: Associate Clinical Director — Lead & Elevate Care

SUNY Downstate; New York (NY); On-site; USD 143,000 - 275,000; Full time

Job summary

SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is seeking an Associate Clinical Director of Psychiatry at Kingsboro Psychiatric Center in Brooklyn, NY. The candidate will assist in administration and oversee psychiatric care, driving program improvements and ensuring quality standards.

Required credentials include an MD/DO, NY licensure, and 5+ years of related leadership experience with DEA active status. The role collaborates with trainees and affiliate staff to deliver best practices in patient

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree required.
• Board certification or eligibility in psychiatry preferred.
• Active New York State medical licensure required.
• DEA registration active preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in administration, oversight, evaluation, and continuous improvement of psychiatric care.
• Implement recovery-oriented practices to improve patient engagement and outcomes.
• Provide clinical supervision and mentorship to staff; participate in recruitment and initiatives for clinical excellence.
• Collaborate with trainees from affiliated academic centers.
• Ensure compliance with NYS OMH and external accrediting bodies.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Administrative oversight

Board Certified or Eligible in General

DEA license active

5+ years experience

Education

MD or DO Degree

Job description

SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is seeking an Associate Clinical Director of Psychiatry at Kingsboro Psychiatric Center in Brooklyn, NY. The candidate will assist in administration and oversee psychiatric care, driving program improvements and ensuring quality standards.

Required credentials include an MD/DO, NY licensure, and 5+ years of related leadership experience with DEA active status. The role collaborates with trainees and affiliate staff to deliver best practices in patient