County of Los Angeles
RELIEF MENTAL HEALTH PSYCHIATRIST
County of Los Angeles, California, Missouri, United States, 65018
Job Title
Relief Mental Health Psychiatrist – County of Los Angeles
Overview The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is seeking qualified and passionate individuals to help address issues such as housing, mental health, and substance use as part of a local state of emergency response to homelessness.
Position Details
Exam Number: Y4736A‑EA
Type of Recruitment: Emergency – Open Competitive Job Opportunity
First Day of Filing: Wednesday, May 15, 2024, 8:00 a.m. PT
Appointees may need to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Initial appointment for up to 90 days with potential for permanent employment.
Essential Job Functions
Provides psychosocial and psychiatric assessment, treatment recommendations, linkage, navigation, advocacy, and consultation services for ODR clients.
Consults with physicians and other clinical staff to develop care plans suited to individual needs, considering diagnoses and legal stipulations.
Provides psychiatry services and consultations with community-based providers for clients with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders.
Reviews records from criminal justice and mental health systems when making treatment recommendations.
Screens for health-related concerns and performs psychiatric evaluations.
Develops comprehensive treatment plans.
Evaluates individuals to determine probable cause for detention under WIC 5150.
Provides clinical consultation to other medical providers and staff, including interns and resident physicians.
Performs medication support services and prescribes, administers, and monitors psychotropic medications.
Orders, obtains, reviews, and monitors pertinent laboratory tests.
Participates in quality of care and contributes to corrective action plans.
Testifies in court as an expert witness as needed.
Qualifications
Completion of a residency approved by an American Specialty Board in psychiatry or equivalent training.*
California State Physician and Surgeon's Certificate authorized by the Board of Medical Examiners of the State of California.
Valid California Class C Driver's License or ability to utilize alternative transportation as needed.
Physical capability: Light – may include occasional light lifting to a 10‑pound limit, bending, stooping, or squatting.
All required licenses and certifications must be active and unrestricted; copies must be submitted with application within seven (7) calendar days.
*Equivalent training is defined as training formally recognized as equivalent by an American Certifying Board.
Assessment & Appointment Process Before the initial work period ends, your performance will be evaluated on a 100% weighted assessment. Those who pass will be considered for permanent appointment to Relief Mental Health Psychiatrist.
Application Information
Applications must be filed online only.
Provide a valid email address; add the following addresses to your approved senders: truocco@dhs.lacounty.gov, noreply@governmentjobs.com, info@governmentjobs.com.
Submit Social Security Number for record control purposes.
For candidates lacking regular computer or internet access, applications can be completed at public libraries across Los Angeles County.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The County of Los Angeles is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to non‑discrimination in the County workforce, regardless of age, ancestry, color, ethnicity, religious creed, protected family or medical leave status, disability, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, national origin, race, sex, gender, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by State or federal law. For more information, please visit https://employee.hr.lacounty.gov/eeo-programs/.
Contact Teresa Ruocco, Exam Analyst – (213) 288‑7000 – truocco@dhs.lacounty.gov
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Overview The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is seeking qualified and passionate individuals to help address issues such as housing, mental health, and substance use as part of a local state of emergency response to homelessness.
Position Details
Exam Number: Y4736A‑EA
Type of Recruitment: Emergency – Open Competitive Job Opportunity
First Day of Filing: Wednesday, May 15, 2024, 8:00 a.m. PT
Appointees may need to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Initial appointment for up to 90 days with potential for permanent employment.
Essential Job Functions
Provides psychosocial and psychiatric assessment, treatment recommendations, linkage, navigation, advocacy, and consultation services for ODR clients.
Consults with physicians and other clinical staff to develop care plans suited to individual needs, considering diagnoses and legal stipulations.
Provides psychiatry services and consultations with community-based providers for clients with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders.
Reviews records from criminal justice and mental health systems when making treatment recommendations.
Screens for health-related concerns and performs psychiatric evaluations.
Develops comprehensive treatment plans.
Evaluates individuals to determine probable cause for detention under WIC 5150.
Provides clinical consultation to other medical providers and staff, including interns and resident physicians.
Performs medication support services and prescribes, administers, and monitors psychotropic medications.
Orders, obtains, reviews, and monitors pertinent laboratory tests.
Participates in quality of care and contributes to corrective action plans.
Testifies in court as an expert witness as needed.
Qualifications
Completion of a residency approved by an American Specialty Board in psychiatry or equivalent training.*
California State Physician and Surgeon's Certificate authorized by the Board of Medical Examiners of the State of California.
Valid California Class C Driver's License or ability to utilize alternative transportation as needed.
Physical capability: Light – may include occasional light lifting to a 10‑pound limit, bending, stooping, or squatting.
All required licenses and certifications must be active and unrestricted; copies must be submitted with application within seven (7) calendar days.
*Equivalent training is defined as training formally recognized as equivalent by an American Certifying Board.
Assessment & Appointment Process Before the initial work period ends, your performance will be evaluated on a 100% weighted assessment. Those who pass will be considered for permanent appointment to Relief Mental Health Psychiatrist.
Application Information
Applications must be filed online only.
Provide a valid email address; add the following addresses to your approved senders: truocco@dhs.lacounty.gov, noreply@governmentjobs.com, info@governmentjobs.com.
Submit Social Security Number for record control purposes.
For candidates lacking regular computer or internet access, applications can be completed at public libraries across Los Angeles County.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The County of Los Angeles is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to non‑discrimination in the County workforce, regardless of age, ancestry, color, ethnicity, religious creed, protected family or medical leave status, disability, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, national origin, race, sex, gender, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by State or federal law. For more information, please visit https://employee.hr.lacounty.gov/eeo-programs/.
Contact Teresa Ruocco, Exam Analyst – (213) 288‑7000 – truocco@dhs.lacounty.gov
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