Psychiatrist - Per Diem

Job Description

Sussex County Aftercare Center (SCAC) of Newton, NJ is looking to hire a per-diem licensed Psychiatrist. Would you like to further your career in helping those with addiction with a highly respected nonprofit that has been helping people for decades? Are you interested in making a huge impact in the community by addressing the opioid epidemic through medication-assisted substance abuse treatment that is backed by science? If so, please read on!

ABOUT SUSSEX COUNTY AFTERCARE CENTER (SCAC)

We are an opioid treatment center that has been serving Northern New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and New York for over 36 years. Focused on providing the best possible care for opioid-addicted adults, we take the time to "hold their hands" to ensure that they are successful in completing the program. We are proud of the work that we do to bring medication-assisted treatment and cognitive-behavioral support to a vulnerable population.

In order to hire and retain team members who share our values of efficiency, effectiveness, client satisfaction, professionalism, and integrity, we offer competitive pay, excellent benefits, and a positive work culture.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A LICENSED PSYCHIATRIST

As a licensed psychiatrist, you have a critical role within our organization. You are responsible for providing psychiatric services directly to the clients in the program. This position is responsible for maintaining the appropriate records and medical files as per state, federal and agency regulations. This includes ensuring that established procedures are followed and clinical standards that are set for the delivery of psychiatric services are met. Collaboration and coordination with both internal and external resources are crucial to successful client outcomes.

In support of their recovery, you also are responsible for psychiatric coordination which establishes a framework of action to enable the client to achieve specified goals. You will collaborate with medical staff, counselors, clients and significant others, and ongoing evaluation of medication, treatment progress and client needs.

You will complete psychiatric assessments, provide written reports on a timely basis, and provide follow-up visits where appropriate. You will prescribe psychotropic medications, where appropriate and follow-up on medication monitoring. Collaboratively, you participate in case conferences with clients and present cases at the multidisciplinary team meetings. You find it highly rewarding to help individuals who are struggling with substance abuse issues and opioid dependence to find hope in treatment!

QUALIFICATIONS FOR A CERTIFIED ALCOHOL DRUG COUNSELOR / CADC

Current active psychiatric license to practice

3+ years of relevant experience

Excellent organizational and communication skills

Ability to work independently and with others

Valid driver's license

Bilingual skills would be a plus! Can you maintain professionalism at all times? Do you have a positive attitude? Can you de-escalate intense situations and use sound judgment in difficult situations? Are you organized and able to effectively prioritize multiple tasks? Do you have a positive attitude and take a constructive approach to problem-solving? If so, you might just be perfect for this job as a per diem psychiatrist!

WORK SCHEDULE

Per diem hours are flexible during the period Monday - Friday, 5:30 AM to 1:30 PM.

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