Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist at Solano STEP

Location

Fairfield, CA | United States

Job description

Are YOU a Psychiatrist looking to support children? Then the Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist at Seneca Family of Agencies is perfect for you!

ABOUT STEP

The Skills, Transitions, Exploration and Progress (STEP) Program is a partnership between Kaiser Permanente and Seneca Family of Agencies located in Solano, CA. STEP provides intensive, short-term and stabilization services enabling youth to reintegrate into school and the community with lower levels of outpatient mental health treatment.

YOUR ROLE

Seneca operates a wide variety of programs, including school-based programs, community-based programs, and crisis services and is looking for qualified child psychiatrists eager to work within multi-disciplinary teams in collaborative, innovative settings which are client and family-focused. Physicians also enjoy being part of a growing and supportive department of physicians, nurse practitioners and nurses within the greater agency. Our clients include children, adolescents, and the Transitional Age Youth population. The Kaiser STEP program primarily serves adolescents.

While a majority of the hours are required to be in-person , a portion of hours may be provided via telehealth. Please inquire for more information.

ABOUT THE PROCESS

As a Joint Commission accredited behavioral health organization, all consulting psychiatrists must undergo a credentialing process, and early applications are encouraged even for future openings. Applications will be accepted until positions are filled. We are continuing to expand! New updated contract rates now available, including adjustments for board certifications or bilingualism, please inquire for further information! Travel stipends also offered for extended commutes!

• Complete initial and ongoing evaluations of clients to determine medication and treatment needs
• Prescribe and monitor medications
• Provide consultation and education to treatment staff regarding medication use as part of the treatment regimen
• Maintain timely and accurate paperwork and health insurance documentation
• Additional responsibilities as by the Program Director, Assistant Program Director and/or Agency Medical Director

• 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
• TB test clearance, fingerprint clearances, and any other State/Federal licensing or certification requirements
• Valid California driver's license and insurability through Seneca's automobile policy
• Proof of COVID-19 vaccination and booster required

• Approximately 16 hours per week
  • Hybrid (in-person and online) work schedule

• Starting $250 to $270 per hour, with ac tual salary dependent on creditable experience above the minimum qualifications for the role
• Contracted position

Keywords: Non-profit, Nonprofit, Non for Profit, Mental Health, Youth, Advocate,  Children, Family, Families, Behavioral Health, Healthcare, Services, Adolescent, Psychiatry, Medical, Pediatrics, Well Being, Outpatient

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