Psychiatrist - NEW Crisis Receiving Center

Horizon Behavioral Heal • Lynchburg, VA

6h • Onsite

About The Position

Horizon Behavioral Health is now hiring for a Board Certified General Psychiatrist:

The U.S. Department of Justice’s Bureau of Justice Assistance recently awarded Horizon Behavioral Health $550,000 over three years to support operations at the future Crisis Receiving Center (CRC) in Lynchburg, Virginia, and expand collaboration with the Lynchburg Police Department (LPD). The funds will embed Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) trained LPD officers within the center, alongside Horizon Clinicians and Peer Recovery Specialists, to provide a coordinated response to individuals experiencing behavioral health crisis.

The center will be equipped to accommodate walk-in mental health evaluations, 23-hour observation, residential crisis stabilization, and detox services. This continuum of care will support timely placement in treatment services, keeping clients closer to their support networks, and offering more options for immediate treatment. All shown to improve long-term recovery and health outcomes of individuals served.

Position Summary

The CRCS Psychiatric/Medical Services manager will provide oversight to other providers and nursing staff along with direct patient care.

Requirements

• Licensure as a Board Certified General Psychiatrist with minimum education as determined and required by the relevant licensing board.
• 2 years of experience providing services to clients in crisis, and 2 years of previous supervisory experience.
• Preference towards experience with dual diagnosis evaluation and treatment, including required physical exams for designated patients.

Benefits

• Participation in the Virginia Retirement System (VRS) is exclusively for public service workers in Virginia, while several options exist for life, health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Emphasis on work-life balance means a generous annual leave policy ensuring time for wellness with separate time allocated for sick leave and additionally for paid holidays.
• Stay active with Horizon’s annual wellness programs and various opportunities to interact with the community throughout the year.
• If you are interested in continuing your education, working at Horizon qualifies you to receive discounts at some local universities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree