Psychiatrist / Director of Mental Health

Healthcare & Emergency Solutions • Tallahassee, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Healthcare and Emergency Solutions is seeking a qualified Psychiatrist / Director of Mental Health to provide and oversee psychiatric services within a correctional facility. This role combines direct clinical care with program leadership to ensure safe, effective, and compliant mental health treatment.

Requirements

• Medical Doctor (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
• Completion of an accredited U.S. psychiatry residency program
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry (ABPN)
• Active, unrestricted Florida medical license
• Active DEA registration
• Current BLS/CPR certification
• Ability to pass a correctional facility security background check

Nice To Haves

• Two (2) or more years of experience in correctional or forensic mental health
• Certified Correctional Health Professional – Mental Health (CCHP‑MH)
• Experience in locked or high‑acuity treatment environments

Responsibilities

• Perform psychiatric evaluations, diagnoses, and treatment planning
• Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications in accordance with clinical and facility protocols
• Provide clinical leadership and supervision to mental health staff
• Ensure compliance with NCCHC, ACA, and Florida regulatory standards
• Collaborate with medical, nursing, custody, and administrative leadership
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed