STAFF PSYCHIATRIST

Northeast Kingdom Human Services; St. Johnsbury, Derby (VT, VT); On-site; USD 191,000 - 287,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Loan repayment

Health insurance

Dental insurance

403b match

Paid time off

Wellness program

Disability & life insurance

Job summary

Northeast Kingdom Human Services (NKHS) is seeking a Staff Psychiatrist to lead psychiatric care and provide comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, and medication management for children, adolescents, and adults with behavioral health needs. The role blends direct patient care with collaboration across therapists, nurses, and care coordinators.

You will practice at the top of licensure, help shape clinical programming, mentor staff, and contribute to high-quality, trauma-informed services across

Qualifications

• Completion of a residency training program in psychiatry and two years of post-residency experience as a psychiatrist in a psychiatric facility required.
• Possession of a valid license as a physician required.
• Initial acceptance may be based on licensure as a physician in another state; licensure as a physician in this state is required prior to appointment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, diagnostic assessments, risk assessments, and ongoing medication management services.
• Diagnose and treat mental health and co-occurring substance use disorders utilizing evidence-based, trauma-informed, and recovery-oriented approaches.
• Prescribe, monitor, and adjust psychotropic medications, including evaluating treatment effectiveness and managing side effects.
• Provide individual psychotherapy, supportive counseling, and other psychiatric treatment interventions as clinically appropriate.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary treatment teams.
• Participate in integrated care initiatives and collaborate with primary care providers, specialty providers, and community partners to support whole-person care.
• Provide psychiatric consultation, clinical guidance, and education to therapists, nurses, care coordinators, and other clinical staff.
• Participate in and, as needed, lead case conferences, treatment team meetings, utilization reviews, and other clinical consultation activities.
• Engage individuals, families, and support systems in treatment planning, education, recovery support, and coordination of care.
• Support crisis intervention, safety planning, and psychiatric consultation for individuals experiencing acute behavioral health needs.
• Assist in the development, implementation, and evaluation of clinical programs, policies, treatment protocols, and best practices.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, outcomes measurement, accreditation activities, and compliance with organizational, state, federal, and CCBHC standards.
• Maintain timely, accurate, and compliant clinical documentation, medical records, reports, treatment plans, and other required records necessary for effective clinical operations and reimbursement.
• Maintain current knowledge of psychiatry, addiction medicine, integrated care, and emerging evidence-based practices through ongoing professional development.
• Promote a culture of patient-centered care, clinical excellence, diversity, equity, inclusion, and continuous improvement.
• Provide testimony, affidavits, and professional opinions in judicial or administrative proceedings as required.

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: St Johnsbury, VT 05819, Salary Range: $191,267.00 - $286,901.00 Salary/year, If you’re looking for an opportunity to do meaningful work in your community, join the passionate, community-minded team at Northeast Kingdom Human Services (NKHS) is a 501(c)(3) private not-for-profit organization operating with the purpose of promoting a high quality, comprehensive community mental health program in Vermont’s beautiful Northeast Kingdom. Our mission is to enrich communities and enhance the ability of individuals and families to improve their lives. NKHS is a Designated Agency contracted with the State of Vermont to provide the highest quality of service in the areas of adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities, children and youth with serious emotional disabilities, and adults with mental health and substance use challenges. We serve the populations of Caledonia, Essex, and Orleans counties through a wide variety of targeted programs for individuals of all ages. NKHS has employees providing case management, community and home supports, residential care, psychiatry, medication management, therapy, vocational supports, school based counseling, emergency care, and respite services. These services are provided annually to nearly 4,000 of our local community members, helping them overcome challenges and achieve health in mind, body, and spirit. Visit us at NKHS.org Check out Life in the NEK of Vermont!

Staff Psychiatrist

The Psychiatrist serves as a key clinical leader within the psychiatry team and NKHS, providing comprehensive psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and medication management services for children, adolescents, adults, and families with behavioral health and co-occurring substance use needs. This role combines direct patient care with interdisciplinary collaboration, consultation, and program development activities that support whole-person, integrated healthcare.

The Psychiatrist delivers evidence-based, trauma-informed, recovery-oriented care while partnering closely with therapists, case managers, nursing staff, primary care providers, and community stakeholders to improve access, quality, and outcomes. This position offers the opportunity to practice at the top of licensure, influence clinical programming, mentor behavioral health professionals, and help shape innovative service delivery models that advance the organization's mission and community impact.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, diagnostic assessments, risk assessments, and ongoing medication management services.
• Diagnose and treat mental health and co-occurring substance use disorders utilizing evidence-based, trauma-informed, and recovery-oriented approaches.
• Prescribe, monitor, and adjust psychotropic medications, including evaluating treatment effectiveness and managing side effects.
• Provide individual psychotherapy, supportive counseling, and other psychiatric treatment interventions as clinically appropriate.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary treatment teams.
• Participate in integrated care initiatives and collaborate with primary care providers, specialty providers, and community partners to support whole-person care.
• Provide psychiatric consultation, clinical guidance, and education to therapists, nurses, care coordinators, and other clinical staff.
• Participate in and, as needed, lead case conferences, treatment team meetings, utilization reviews, and other clinical consultation activities.
• Engage individuals, families, and support systems in treatment planning, education, recovery support, and coordination of care.
• Support crisis intervention, safety planning, and psychiatric consultation for individuals experiencing acute behavioral health needs.
• Assist in the development, implementation, and evaluation of clinical programs, policies, treatment protocols, and best practices.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, outcomes measurement, accreditation activities, and compliance with organizational, state, federal, and CCBHC standards.
• Maintain timely, accurate, and compliant clinical documentation, medical records, reports, treatment plans, and other required records necessary for effective clinical operations and reimbursement.
• Maintain current knowledge of psychiatry, addiction medicine, integrated care, and emerging evidence-based practices through ongoing professional development.
• Promote a culture of patient-centered care, clinical excellence, diversity, equity, inclusion, and continuous improvement.
• Provide testimony, affidavits, and professional opinions in judicial or administrative proceedings as required.

Qualifications

• Completion of a residency training program in psychiatry and two years of post-residency experience as a psychiatrist in a psychiatric facility required.
• Possession of a valid license as a physician required.
• Initial acceptance may be based on licensure as a physician in another state; licensure as a physician in this state is required prior to appointment.

Salary & Benefits

• $191,267 - $286,901/yr, depending on qualifications
• Tuition & continuing education reimbursements and loan repayment program.
• Health and dental insurance.
• 403b retirement plan with Agency contribution and match.
• Generous paid time off, 12 sick days and 12 paid holidays.
• Outstanding employee wellness program
• Exceptional benefits package including low-cost medical and dental, short-/long-term disability coverages, life insurance, employee assistance program, and additional optional benefits.