Youth Mental Health Specialist

5 days ago


Staunton, Virginia, United States Virginia Department of Human Resource Management Full time

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Child Psychiatrist to join our dynamic team at the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Development Services.

About the Position

This is a full-time, salaried position in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in child and adolescent psychiatry and a commitment to providing comprehensive and personalized care to our patients.

Job Summary

As a Child Psychiatrist, you will play a vital role in diagnosing and treating a wide range of mental health disorders in children and adolescents, including but not limited to ADHD, depression, anxiety, and behavioral disorders.

  • Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations of children and adolescents to assess their mental health needs and formulate individualized treatment plans.
  • Provide evidence-based psychiatric treatment, including medication management, psychotherapy, and other therapeutic interventions, to children and adolescents with mental health disorders.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including psychologists, social workers, and other mental health professionals, to ensure holistic and coordinated care for patients.
  • Monitor and evaluate the progress of patients through regular follow-up appointments and adjust treatment plans as necessary.
  • Educate patients and their families about mental health disorders, treatment options, and strategies for coping and managing symptoms.
Qualifications

To be considered for this opportunity, applicants must meet the following minimum qualifications:

  • License from the VA State Board of Medicine.
  • Drug Enforcement Administration license to prescribe controlled substances.
  • Completion of an approved residency in General Psychiatry.
  • Experience with diagnostic evaluations, medication management, and individual and family therapy.
  • Experience in pharmacotherapy practice with emphasis on pediatric populations.
  • Board certification or Board eligible in Child Psychiatry.
Benefits

This role comes with a comprehensive and competitive state benefit package that includes:

  • 13 paid holidays.
  • Annual, sick, and family and personal leave.
  • Paid short-term and long-term disability.
  • Health, dental and life insurance with a generous contribution from the State keeping premiums very competitive.
  • Enrollment in the Virginia Retirement System.
  • Malpractice covered by the Commonwealth of VA/Legal Representation.
  • Reimbursement for Continuing Education Credits.
  • Moving and Relocation available.


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