Psychiatrist - Assessment Center

About the role

As a Psychiatrist at the Assessment Center, you will deliver psychiatric evaluation, treatment, crisis intervention, and clinical leadership for individuals newly entering the shelter system. This role is ideal for a mission-driven physician interested in collaborative, community-based psychiatry serving individuals experiencing homelessness, mental illness, substance use, medical fragility, and justice-system involvement.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations, assessments, and treatment planning
• Provide crisis intervention and ongoing psychiatric care
• Co-manage care alongside medical and interdisciplinary teams
• Oversee and support Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners (PNPs), Registered Nurses (RNs), and Medical Assistants
• Support psychiatric consultation needs across additional BRC program locations as needed
• Advocate for clients with hospitals, community providers, and external partners
• Build collaborative relationships with hospital ERs, CPEPs, and referral partners
• Provide training and guidance to social workers and frontline staff
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings, case conferences, and care planning
• Maintain timely documentation and compliance standards

Requirements

• Board Certified or Board Eligible Psychiatrist required
• Experience working with MICA, forensic, homeless, or severely mentally ill populations preferred
• Strong clinical assessment, crisis management, and collaboration skills
• Interest in working with vulnerable and high-needs populations required
• Flexible, creative, and mission-driven approach to care

Qualifications

• Medical degree from an accredited institution
• Current New York State Medical License
• Completion of an approved ACGME/ACGME-approved psychiatry residency program

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Proficiency in electronic health record systems

Benefits

• Health insurance and paid sick time starting Day One
• 3+ weeks vacation, 12 holidays, plus personal and sick time
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
• Tuition assistance and professional development opportunities

Pay

$180,000 - $200,000 annually based on experience and qualifications

Schedule

Full-time, 37.5 hours/week
Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Hybrid flexibility available