Easterseals

Psychiatrist - Adults

Easterseals$160K — $200K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 1-2 years experience in psychiatric services for children and adults.
  • Medical and psychiatric evaluation skills.
  • Ability to make accurate diagnoses and treatment recommendations.
  • Experience with crisis evaluation and intervention.
  • Strong collaboration skills for working with clinical staff.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct biological and psychosocial assessments including psychiatric evaluations.
  • Make diagnoses and develop comprehensive treatment plans.
  • Review and monitor medication plans for consumers.
  • Implement crisis evaluations for at-risk populations.
  • Provide certification for involuntary commitments when necessary.
  • Administer clinical supervision and support to staff.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive healthcare coverage including mental health services.
  • Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
  • Supportive work environment focused on community impact.
Full Job Description
Provides psychiatric and medical services to children and/or adults served by programs of Easterseals. Performs biological and psychosocial assessments including psychiatric evaluation, annual psychiatric assessment, physical assessment, and referral. Makes diagnoses and develops recommendations regarding treatment. Participates for the review and monitoring of consumer medication plans. Implements crisis evaluation of children and/or adults who may be in need of hospitalization or who may need medication to avoid hospitalization. Contributes certification for the involuntary commitment and hospitalization of adult mental health consumers. Administers clinical supervision and consultation to clinical staff for quality, efficient and cost effective coordination of treatment, continuing care, and support services.

About Easterseals

Easterseals is a nonprofit organization that provides services to people with disabilities and special needs. The organization offers a wide range of programs and services, including early intervention, autism services, employment and training, and health and wellness. Easterseals is committed to helping people with disabilities achieve their goals and live independent lives, and has a long history of providing high-quality services to individuals and families across the United States. The organization is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, and has offices and programs in communities throughout the country.
Learn more about Easterseals
Size
20,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1944

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