Brighter Futures is looking for a full-time Psychiatrist for our Jail-based competency restoration program which will be based onsite at Dodge County, GA.
Our Mission is to provide comprehensive competency restoration services in an efficient manner to individuals who are experiencing mental illness and have been found incompetent to stand trial.
The Psychiatrist would be part of the Medical Executive team at Central State Hospital and would report to the Clinical Director at CSH.
Job Responsibilities include:Evaluating, diagnosing, and treating IndividualsCaring for a caseload of around 30 patients and treating Individuals suffering from mental illness with a goal of restoration of competency to stand trialAdmitting Individuals to the program and monitoring their clinical progressProviding Bio-Psycho-Social treatment to Individuals suffering from mental illnessParticipating in treatment team meetings and case conferencesWriting treatment plans and clinical reportsParticipating in various clinical quality assurance activitiesWorking in a Multi-disciplinary team with Psychologists, Mental Health Clinicians, Nurses, ancillary clinicians, and security staffLiaising with Courts, Justice department and other law enforcement agenciesYou will be required to work in-person onsite at the Dodge County, Jail based competency restoration program - Monday through Friday, during daytime hours.
Licensed professionally in Georgia Additional InformationSelected applicant must meet the following standards:
Must pass a pre-employment background check (which includes criminal records check, driver's history, and verification of work history) and a post-hire federal background investigation.Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test and will be placed in the pool for the State Random Drug Testing Program.Eligible to work in the U.S.Able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.Requisition ID: HEA0962
Number of Openings: 1
Advertised Salary: $215,000.00
Shift: Day Job
Posting End Date: Feb 1, 2025
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