Psychiatrist

Southeastern Michigan Health Association • Detroit, MI

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Southeastern Michigan Health Association (SEMHA) is seeking a Board-Certified Psychiatrist to provide psychiatric services for youth residing at the Wayne County Juvenile Detention Facility. This position offers a unique opportunity to positively influence the lives of adolescents facing significant behavioral health challenges while working in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment. As a member of our behavioral health team, you will provide psychiatric evaluations, medication management, crisis intervention, and treatment planning for youth in a secure residential setting focused on rehabilitation and recovery.

Requirements

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school
• Completion of an accredited Psychiatry Residency Program
• Board Certification in Psychiatry
• Active and unrestricted Michigan Medical License
• Curren DEA registration
• Valid Driver's License and reliable transportation
• Applicants must be presently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Nice To Haves

• Child & Adolescent Psychiatry certification
• Experience working with adolescents in correctional, residential, or community mental health settings
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care and crisis intervention and suicide prevention
• Familiarity with juvenile justice systems and suicide prevention protocols

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations and establish DSM-5 diagnoses
• Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications, monitor effectiveness and side effects
• Develop and oversee individualized treatment plans
• Respond to behavioral health crises, including suicide risk assessments and interventions
• Collaborate with clinical, medical, and facility staff to ensure coordinated care
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in the EHR
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and treatment planning
• Provide clinical oversight to Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants
• Support staff training on behavioral health topics, including crisis intervention and suicide prevention
• Participate in an on-call rotation for psychiatric emergencies

Benefits

• NONE

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree