Psychiatry - Child / Adolescent Physician

Join the County of Los Angeles Department of Mental Health at Antelope Valley Kidz Connection in Palmdale, CA. This temporary role (up to one year) offers a 30-hour / week schedule, Tues Thurs (8a 6 : 30p) with a mix of in-person and telepsychiatry coverage . Provide psychiatric evaluations, medication management, crisis intervention, and collaborative care for children and adolescents in the child welfare system.

Assignment Details :

Locum Tenens Mental Health Psychiatrist

County of Los Angeles Department of Mental Health

Program : Antelope Valley Kidz Connection (AVKC)

Location : Palmdale, CA (Open to Telemedicine Coverage)

Temporary position up to one year

Schedule : 30 hours per week

Hours : Tuesday Thursday, 8 : 00am 6 : 30pm

50% of time in person (telepsychiatry also accepted)

About the Program :

Antelope Valley Kidz Connection (AVKC) provides comprehensive mental health services to infants, children, youth, families, and caregivers in or at risk of out-of-home placements referred by DCFS. Services include assessments, consultations, outpatient and field-based treatment, crisis intervention, individual and group therapy, and ongoing psychiatric care.

Responsibilities :

Conduct psychiatric evaluations, prescribe / monitor / renew medications, and ensure continuity of care

Provide psychiatric services to children and adolescents in the child welfare system, including field visits when needed

Participate in multi-disciplinary treatment teams and collaborate on client care issues

Provide consultation to DCFS / DHS staff and attend Child & Family Team meetings

Screen for health concerns and refer to physical health providers as appropriate

Deliver crisis intervention and supportive counseling as necessary

Preferred Qualifications :

Proficiency with computer systems

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Effective time management and organizational abilities

Ability to work independently with strong attention to detail

Commitment to community-based care and collaboration with diverse populations