South County Mental Health Center
Child Psychiatrist – Part/Full-time
South County Mental Health Center, Delray Beach, Florida, United States, 33483
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South County Mental Health Center, Inc. is a private, non-profit Joint Commission Accredited Behavioral Healthcare provider located in Southeast Palm Beach County, Florida. Situated in Palm Beach County, the Center provides a broad spectrum of inpatient and outpatient care to clients and their families in surrounding communities.
Job Summary We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Child Psychiatrist to join our multidisciplinary team in providing comprehensive mental health services to children and adolescents. The ideal candidate will be responsible for evaluating, diagnosing, and treating a wide range of psychiatric disorders in young patients, from infancy through adolescence. This role involves conducting thorough assessments, developing individualized treatment plans, and implementing evidence‑based therapeutic interventions.
Purpose To provide psychiatric services to children/adolescents in Center programs.
Education & Experience
M.D. degree, current valid Florida medical license
Knowledge, Skills & Competencies
Demonstrate the ability to interpret and abide by confidentiality laws, abuse reporting guidelines, client rights requirements, and adhere to a code of ethical and practice standards
Knowledge of Backer Act and Marchman Act
Experience with counseling/psychiatric interventions
Proficiency in client care protocol for children/adolescents
Excellent communication skills, both written & verbal: must be able to articulate reports and evaluations regarding clinical and non‑clinical issues
Knowledge of medications for child/adolescent specific dosing
Expertise in the stages of development in children/adolescents
Aptitude for coaching children/adolescents about their illness at age appropriate levels
Competence educating children about peer influence concepts to adolescents
Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and create tailored treatment plans
Prescribe medications based on diagnosis
Evaluate effectiveness of medications, including side effects or lack there of
Educate clients, significant others, & staff about medications and interactions
Provide consultation to staff about medication, treatment issues, & termination of clients' treatments
Collaborate with other mental health professionals, educators, and families to support patient care
Perform mental status examination
Determine Five (5) Axis Diagnosis based on DSM IV criteria, including GAF score
Offer discussions on psychodynamics of evaluations (i.e. family environment)
Deliver consultations concerning health status
Review & sign‑off on treatment plans, medication dividers, and insurance forms
Provide correspondence regarding clients issues as appropriate to internal/external sources
Other Minor or Occasional Tasks
Attend medical staff meetings
Participate in QI teams and committees to further performance improvement activities
Crisis Stabilization Unit on‑call as determined by Chief Medical Officer
Perform other duties as assigned
Join our team and make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and adolescents facing mental health challenges.
Apply now.
Because of the work we do in the community, a full background check is required for all staff.
We are a drug‑free employer.
South County Mental Health Center, Inc is an EOE.
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South County Mental Health Center, Inc. is a private, non-profit Joint Commission Accredited Behavioral Healthcare provider located in Southeast Palm Beach County, Florida. Situated in Palm Beach County, the Center provides a broad spectrum of inpatient and outpatient care to clients and their families in surrounding communities.
Job Summary We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Child Psychiatrist to join our multidisciplinary team in providing comprehensive mental health services to children and adolescents. The ideal candidate will be responsible for evaluating, diagnosing, and treating a wide range of psychiatric disorders in young patients, from infancy through adolescence. This role involves conducting thorough assessments, developing individualized treatment plans, and implementing evidence‑based therapeutic interventions.
Purpose To provide psychiatric services to children/adolescents in Center programs.
Education & Experience
M.D. degree, current valid Florida medical license
Knowledge, Skills & Competencies
Demonstrate the ability to interpret and abide by confidentiality laws, abuse reporting guidelines, client rights requirements, and adhere to a code of ethical and practice standards
Knowledge of Backer Act and Marchman Act
Experience with counseling/psychiatric interventions
Proficiency in client care protocol for children/adolescents
Excellent communication skills, both written & verbal: must be able to articulate reports and evaluations regarding clinical and non‑clinical issues
Knowledge of medications for child/adolescent specific dosing
Expertise in the stages of development in children/adolescents
Aptitude for coaching children/adolescents about their illness at age appropriate levels
Competence educating children about peer influence concepts to adolescents
Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and create tailored treatment plans
Prescribe medications based on diagnosis
Evaluate effectiveness of medications, including side effects or lack there of
Educate clients, significant others, & staff about medications and interactions
Provide consultation to staff about medication, treatment issues, & termination of clients' treatments
Collaborate with other mental health professionals, educators, and families to support patient care
Perform mental status examination
Determine Five (5) Axis Diagnosis based on DSM IV criteria, including GAF score
Offer discussions on psychodynamics of evaluations (i.e. family environment)
Deliver consultations concerning health status
Review & sign‑off on treatment plans, medication dividers, and insurance forms
Provide correspondence regarding clients issues as appropriate to internal/external sources
Other Minor or Occasional Tasks
Attend medical staff meetings
Participate in QI teams and committees to further performance improvement activities
Crisis Stabilization Unit on‑call as determined by Chief Medical Officer
Perform other duties as assigned
Join our team and make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and adolescents facing mental health challenges.
Apply now.
Because of the work we do in the community, a full background check is required for all staff.
We are a drug‑free employer.
South County Mental Health Center, Inc is an EOE.
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