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Binghamton, NY, USA | Hourly | 200-260 per hour | Full Time or Part Time

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Part Time - 10 hours a week, $200-260 an hourFull Time - 35 hours a week optional

Position Summary: The Psychiatrist is responsible for providing comprehensive psychiatric care to youth residing in residential congregate care settings. This includes conducting psychiatric evaluations, diagnosing mental health conditions, developing individualized treatment plans, and prescribing and managing psychotropic medications. The Psychiatrist works collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams including therapists, social workers, nurses, educators, and direct care staff to ensure youth receive trauma-informed, developmentally appropriate, and culturally competent care. The role requires a strong understanding of the complexities of child and adolescent mental health, especially within the context of trauma, family disruption, and systems involvement. The Psychiatrist also provides consultation, crisis support, and ongoing medication management to promote stability, emotional wellness, and long-term recovery for youth in care.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments to evaluate the mental, emotional, and behavioral health needs of youth in care.

• Diagnose psychiatric conditions and develop individualized, evidence-based treatment plans in collaboration with the care team.

• Prescribe, monitor, and adjust psychotropic medications to support youth stability and therapeutic progress.

• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to coordinate care with clinical staff, social workers, nurses, educators, and residential staff.

• Provide crisis intervention support and psychiatric consultations for acute behavioral or emotional concerns.

• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in compliance with regulatory and agency standards.

• Support trauma-informed, culturally competent care practices that promote emotional safety, resilience, and positive youth development.

Requirements

Education:

• Completion of an ACGME-accredited psychiatry residency program required

• Board Eligible or Board Certified in Psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN) required

• Valid and unrestricted New York State medical license (or eligibility to obtain one prior to start date) required

• Current DEA registration for prescribing controlled substances required

• Certification in trauma-informed or evidence-based treatment models (e.g., TF-CBT, DBT) preferred

Experience:

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience of child and adolescent psychiatric disorders, trauma-informed care, and psychopharmacology.

• Must be comfortable treating children ages 7-18 and collaborating with families.

• Experience working with youth impacted by trauma, foster care, juvenile justice, or behavioral health systems is highly desirable.

• Driver's License and ability to maintain insurability throughout employment

  Benefits

Benefits available to all staff:

• Student Loan and Tuition Reimbursement

• Employee Assistance Program

• 403(b) with 6% employer contribution

• Employee Discounts at the Southern Tier Community Center

• Opportunities for Professional Development

Full Time Benefits:

• Agency-Paid CEUs, License Prep Course, and License Exam

• PTO plus 9 paid holidays

• Childcare Reimbursement

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (with HSA/FSA Accounts)

• Life Insurance

EEO Statement: Children's Home is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.

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