Psychiatrist ( Independent Contractor )
About The Position
The Psychiatrist will provide psychiatric services to clients receiving care through Starlight Community Services, supporting individuals with complex behavioral health needs in community settings. This is a part-time, independent contractor role serving adults (18+) and older adult populations within a fully community-based program. Services are delivered in clients’ homes or within the community to individuals presenting with complex, multi-faceted needs, including medication management, housing support, vocational services, and independent living skills. The average service intensity is approximately 10 hours per client per month, and at full capacity, the program supports a census of approximately 50 adult clients.
Requirements
- Doctor of Medicine (MD)
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
- Clinical experience working with adults in residential or community-based settings
- Current, active medical license in good standing with the state medical board
- Valid DEA license
- Current malpractice insurance coverage
- Valid California Driver’s License and current automobile insurance
- Must maintain a driving record that meets the company driver's eligibility policy.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with County mental health systems, child welfare, and/or juvenile probation services is strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide psychiatric services to clients receiving care through Starlight Community Services.
- Support individuals with complex behavioral health needs in community settings.
- Perform medication management.
- Provide support for housing, vocational services, and independent living skills.
Benefits
- Competitive Compensation
- Generous Time Off
- Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Additional voluntary benefits to support your lifestyle
- On-the-job training
- Access to paid CEU opportunities
- Career development programs
- Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT, ACSW, and APCC professionals (where applicable)
- Employee Recognition & Rewards
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
