Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist

Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist – Full-Time or Part-Time Opportunity

Make a meaningful difference. Grow with a team that values your expertise.

Join a dedicated team of mental health professionals—including psychologists, psychiatrists, and clinical social workers—united by a shared mission to provide exceptional care in a supportive and highly collaborative environment. Serving a diverse, underserved pediatric population through a federally qualified health center that prioritizes compassionate, equitable mental health care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Evaluation and Diagnosis: Conduct comprehensive psychological assessments to understand each child’s emotional, developmental, behavioral, and social needs, while maintaining sensitivity to cultural values and community norms.
• Treatment Planning: Develop individualized treatment plans that may include individual therapy, family therapy, or group therapy, with an emphasis on evidence-based interventions and approaches that respect cultural and religious practices.
• Therapeutic Interventions: Provide psychotherapy to children and adolescents, supporting their emotional well-being, resilience, and coping skills. Offer family guidance to help parents and caregivers support their child’s growth and progress.
• Collaboration: Work closely with parents, schools (including yeshivas), pediatricians, rabbis, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care and strong communication within the child’s support system.
• Advocacy: Act as an advocate for the child’s mental health, educational, and developmental needs, helping families navigate school accommodations, community resources, and healthcare systems.
• Consultation: Offer expert consultation to schools, social services, and community organizations regarding child and adolescent mental health issues, ensuring recommendations are both clinically sound and culturally appropriate.

Benefits:

• Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• NHSC Loan Repayment Program
• Generous PTO
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• Retirement plans

Qualifications:

• MD licensed and Child Psychiatry Board Eligible by start date
• A team player with a warm, collaborative spirit
• A clinician who is deeply committed to personalized, culturally sensitive care
• Enthusiasm for working with children, adolescents, and families in an outpatient setting
• Background in serving communities with unique cultural traditions and practices