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Psychiatrist ACT Team at Access-Supports for Living

Access-Supports for Living · Spring Valley, United States Of America · Onsite

$200,000.00  -  $200,000.00

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Location: Rockland County, NY
Hours: M-F   30 hours

Salary range: $200,000

 What we offer:

A warm and supportive professional environment
Generous PTO plus 12 paid agency holidays
CME Reimbursement
85% of license/certification exam or renewal fee reimbursement
Help with loan forgiveness-Some of our sites are NHCS approved
Comprehensive medical with no deductible, dental (free vision) and supplemental benefit package
Term Life Insurance
403b Match 
Employee discount program (get discounts for movies, hotels, cars, car rentals, Broadway shows and much more)
Health, wellness and self-care events across the network
Free NYS Defensive Driving

 

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Psychiatrist to join our Adult Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team in Rockland County. The Psychiatrist will provide psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, treatment planning, and medication management for individuals with serious mental illness in a mobile, community-based setting. This role emphasizes close collaboration with and support of a multidisciplinary team to deliver flexible, person-centered, recovery-oriented care.  Every program participant is expected to meet with the psychiatric provider at least once monthly.  These services must be provided in the community based on the need of the individual participant, and all participants must be seen in the community by the psychiatric provider at least quarterly.
PRIMARY FUNCTIONS
  • Provide psychiatric evaluations, diagnoses, and treatment for individuals served by the ACT team.
  • Prescribe and manage psychiatric medications in alignment with evidence-based practices and ACT standards.
  • Conduct regular follow-up appointments, both in-office and in community-based settings, to monitor progress and adjust treatment plans.
  • Collaborate daily with ACT team members (nurses, social workers, substance use specialists, vocational specialists, and peer staff) to ensure integrated, coordinated care.
  • Participate in team meetings, treatment planning, and case consultations.
  • Offer psychiatric expertise and consultation to ACT staff on complex clinical presentations, and support and advise the team on interventions and treatment planning.
  • Support crisis intervention and stabilization in coordination with team members including availability for consultation with on-call staff after hours when indicated.
  • Ensure timely and accurate documentation in accordance with OMH regulations, ACT fidelity standards, and agency policies.
  • Maintain current knowledge of advances in psychiatry, behavioral health care, and best practices in ACT service delivery.
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONAL / ORGANIZATIONAL SUPPORT
  • Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and outcome measurement within the ACT program.
  • Participate in trainings and professional development to support high-quality ACT services.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned to support team and agency needs.
QUALIFICATIONS AND ATTRIBUTES
  • Strong knowledge of psychiatric diagnosis, treatment, and recovery-oriented care for individuals with serious mental illness including co-occurring disorders.
  • Knowledge of federal and state regulations related to community mental health services.
  • Commitment to culturally competent, trauma-informed, and recovery-focused practice.
  • Ability to function effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage individuals in community-based settings.
  • Demonstrate high levels of integrity, professionalism, and ethical standards.
  • Proficiency with Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems; basic Microsoft Office skills preferred.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
  • MD or DO with active state medical licensure.
  • Current DEA Certification
  • Board Certification (or eligibility) in Psychiatry.
  • Active driver’s license
  • Experience with ACT, community-based psychiatry, or treatment of serious mental illness preferred.
  • Flexibility in scheduling and willingness to provide services in both office and community settings is essential.
PHYSICAL CHARACTHERISTICS
These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to perform the job's essential functions successfully. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions of the position, which are reviewed in each case. 
  • Able to work in open space floor plan
  • Must be capable to move throughout work day
  • Occasional lifting of > _25+ pounds

EOE

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