ACT (Assertive Community Treatment) Senior Clinical Psychiatrist - Part Time

Salary: Negotiable
Location : Alexandria, VA
Job Type: Part-Time
Job Number: 2027-00497
Department: Department of Community and Human Services
Division: CENTER FOR ADULT SERVICES
Opening Date: 09/04/2026
Bargaining Unit: N/A

ACT (Assertive Community Treatment) Psychiatrist - Part Time
The City of Alexandria is located in northern Virginia and is bordered by the District of Columbia (Potomac River), Arlington and Fairfax counties. With a population of approximately 150,000 and a land area of 15.75 square miles, Alexandria is the seventh largest city in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Alexandria has a charming waterfront and is a unique and historic place to live and work. About one-quarter square miles in the city have been designated as a national or local historic district. We proudly embrace our rich history and seize the endless opportunities that lie ahead. If you are interested in working for the vibrant City of Alexandria, we invite qualified candidates to apply for our Senior Clinical Psychiatrist position.
An Overview

The Senior Clinical Psychiatrist Oversees all psychiatric service operations for the assertive community treatment team including supervising a psychiatric nurse practitioner, providing direct services, and maintaining a medication room. Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) follows the SAMHSA service delivery model for treatment of adults with persistent mental illness.

The Opportunity

• Working in a highly collaborative supportive community based environment;
• Provides complete and detailed psychiatric evaluation and diagnostic services;
• Uses the time allocated for initial psychiatric evaluations and medication management in a manner that will ensure therapeutic environment and safety;
• Provides a therapeutic environment conducive to a healthy relationship between the client and the psychiatrist;
• Reviews client clinical records to assure adequacy and proper prescription of medications;
• Educates clients, family members or legal representatives regarding the nature and treatment of psychiatric illness, medications, and other treatment/rehabilitation techniques;
• Obtains informed consent for medications in accordance with policies and procedures; and ensure clients are free to ask questions regarding medication services and any treatment options;
• Provides individual medication services on regular basis, including following standards of care, monitoring of possible side effects and referring to outside physician when indicated;
• Prescribes and delivers medication according to rules and regulations of the Boards of Medicine and Pharmacy;
• Provides oversight of ACT medication room;
• Maintains clear and detailed correlation of all written documentation required for maintaining client clinical records. Prepares or signs reports in a timely manner, ensures hand written documents are legible and in accordance with safety writing procedures;
• Participates in daily team meetings;
• Ensures harmonious working relationships with co-workers, clients and others;
• Provides crisis intervention and/or ensures flexibility to intervene on emergency situations;
• Provides consultation services to, and develops treatment plans with clients and staff;
• Provides guidance and leadership with ACT clients;
• Administers medications in emergency situations;
• Provides psychiatric services where needed by clients including in homes, shelters, and other community locations. Hours may include some evenings, weekends, and holidays. Schedule will be decided upon hiring or as needed.
• Performs related work as required.

About the Department

The Center for Adult Services (CAS) provides programs and services in Aging; Adult Protective Services; Clinical & Emergency Services; and Community & Residential Support Services for seniors and for persons with mental illness, intellectual disabilities and substance use disorders. CAS provides compassionate and effective person-centered services based on best practices. Our teams support self-determination, safety and recovery for Alexandria residents affected by abuse, neglect, mental illness, intellectual disabilities and substance abuse disorders.

Minimum & Additional Requirements


Certification by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology as a General Psychiatrist (Diplomate), and possession of a Doctor of Medicine or Osteopathy Degree; three years of experience in the practice of Psychiatry at the level of Clinical Psychiatrist; satisfactory completion of a residency program in Psychiatry; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Possession of a current, valid license to practice medicine in the Commonwealth of Virginia; possession of a license of registration with the Federal Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and be able to hold a National Provider Identifier (NPI).

Preferred Qualifications
Possess a valid driver's license; Board certified in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry as well as Adult Psychiatry. At least three years' experience in the supervision and administration of an outpatient or inpatient clinical psychiatric service. Bilingual with English/Spanish, French, African or Middle Eastern language skills.

Notes
This position requires the successful completion of pre-employment checks to include: FBI/Federal Records; Medicare/Medicaid Database; Commonwealth of Virginia child abuse registry; Education/Certifications Verification; Sheriff's Office clearance, where required, and DMV record and Valid Driver's License.

Schedule: Schedule: Part-Time / 20 hours per week. Flexible schedule & hours TBD upon hire.

Salary Range: $59.33 - $115.44 per hour.


The City of Alexandria is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its workforce. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, military status, or disability.
We are proud to welcome you to explore the City of Alexandria's excellent benefits and programs!
The benefits referenced on this site, may be changed from time to time without notice. Temporary and some part-time positions are not eligible for these benefits. For further information, please contact the Talent Acquisition Team of Human Resources at
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