Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist - Outpatient 

Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist - Outpatient 

Claratel Behavioral Health (formerly DeKalb Community Service Board) is an innovative, community-based behavioral health and developmental disabilities services organization located in metropolitan Atlanta, Georgia, offering a full range of mental health services, developmental disabilities programs and addiction treatment to more than 11,000 citizens annually who are uninsured and underinsured. As a public, not-for-profit organization, Claratel Behavioral Health operates more than 20 locations in DeKalb County with a diverse workforce of more than 400 direct-care and support staff.

Our staff of physicians, nurses, clinicians and support personnel is dedicated to helping our clients and their families recover from these debilitating disabilities and resume productive lives. We strive to provide the highest quality, evidence-based services in the least restrictive settings, and we envision a community in which disabilities no longer limit potential. Our Agency's Mission is to provide the right service, for the right person, at the right time. Claratel Behavioral Health is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF). 

Position:

Full-time or part-time opportunities are available at an outpatient clinic.

Duties & Responsibilities:

The selected Psychiatrist will join an excellent team of clinical and medical staff. As an important member of this multi-disciplinary team, completes psychiatric diagnostic assessments and follow ups and makes recommendations for treatment within an evidence-based framework. Demonstrates strong clinical judgment in assessment, application of diagnostic criteria, clinical formulations, and sound triage decisions. Provides consultation regarding client care to clinical staff. Actively contributes to the treatment center and organization through on-going collaborative efforts.  This position primarily serves youth and young adults. 

Minimum Training & Experience: Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist. GA State Medical License and DEA. Currently Board Certified or Board Eligible. 

Proficient use of a computer and ability to utilize an Electronic Health Record and other applications.

Preferred:  Child and Adolescent Board Certified

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Works indoors in a clinic and is able to use an Electronic Health Record and E-Prescribing as well as a telehealth application (as allowed by regulations). Sessions may be in person or via telehealth (audio/visual) as appropriate for each client. May be required to physically assist clients, may need to carry objects up to 10 pounds.  Some evening hour availability is preferred to see youth/families after school or work. 

NEEDED ATTRIBUTES:

High ethical standards demonstrated in all aspects of medical practice, Able to work as part of clinical and medical teams that promote learning, excellence, and optimal outcomes for clients. Critical thinking, exemplary interpersonal skills, and a consistent, contributing demeanor is required. Ability to work from a person-centered, recovery oriented, and trauma informed philosophy in client care.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation in the community behavioral health sector
• At will/no contract employment
• Malpractice insurance coverage
• 1-hour initials evals/30-minute follow ups
• No on-call 
• Electronic Medical Records with E-prescribing
• On site pharmacies
• Bonus Incentive Program
• National Health Service Corps and Public Service Loan Repayment eligible sites
• Additional Benefits for Full-Time Staff include: PTO & 10 paid holidays, health benefits (medical, vision and dental)
• 401A with 7.5% employer contribution

Pre-employment drug screening may be required. Selected applicant will be subject of an FBI Criminal History Record Check, and the applicant has the right to challenge the contents of their Criminal History Record Information, should they choose to do so. This employer participates in E-Verify.

For more information visit www.dekcsb.org/careers    

DeKalb CSB is an equal opportunity employer regarding disability under VEVRRA and ADA