Clinical Director - Psychiatrist 2

Working Title: Clinical Director - Psychiatrist 2
Job Class: Psychiatrist 2
Agency: Direct Care and Treatment

• Job ID : 95737
• Location : Bemidji
• Full/Part Time : Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted : 07/23/2026
• Closing Date : 08/21/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Direct Care and Treatment
• Division/Unit : Mental Health & Substance Abuse Treatment Services / CBHH Bemidji Medical Staff
• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
• Days of Work : Monday - Friday
• Travel Required : No
• Salary Range: $123.63 - $185.43 / hourly; $258,139 - $387,177 / annually
• Classified Status : Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union : 221 - Excluded All Others/Unrep

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Job Summary

Looking for a rewarding career as our Clinical Director serving Minnesotans

When you start a career with us, you may also be eligible for:

• Sign on Bonus
• Pension and retirement savings plan

Enjoy leading this 16 bed, state-of-the-art, inpatient psychiatric treatment facility in beautiful Bemidji, Minnesota! In this rural healthcare setting, you will work alongside highly professional and dynamic staff to provide treatment to Minnesotans with an array of behavioral health needs. This is a small hospital that prides itself on being community-based and providing treatment and programming within a person-centered framework. We routinely involve the patient, their family, and multiple community resources in treatment planning and coordination.

The interdisciplinary treatment team is robust and includes Clinical Director/staff psychiatrist, advanced practice registered nurses, nurses, psychologists, social workers, and rehabilitation therapists. As the Clinical Director, you will have the opportunity to treat patients directly and also coordinate with the various disciplines to formulate treatment interventions that are tailored to your patients’ specific needs. This hospital is one in a network of six Community Behavioral Health Hospitals (CBHH) located throughout the state, and with that you will enjoy collaboration with colleagues, work with your patients for an average of 30 days and help to transition care to a robust outpatient network of services.

Minnesota has a long tradition of leadership in innovative health care delivery systems. Minnesota is an exciting place where psychiatrists can be part of bigger changes as well as doing quality clinical work with excellent supports.

Why join our team?

• Our System is devoted to providing high-quality care for those who most need it
• Work/Life balance
• No third-party billing issues

Our psychiatrists enjoy a collegial relationship with each other and with medical leadership. We support academic interests, and teaching opportunities are abundant. Additionally, educational opportunities for psychiatrists include on-site CME, funding and leave for off-site CME, as well as interdepartmental collaboration and consultation. Our Clinical Directors are providers first and are strong advocates for quality of care. The CBHH in Bemidji, situated northwest of the twin cities metro area in a beautiful vacation and lake region, is a great environment for finding work/life balance.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Board eligible or board-certified psychiatrist
• An active unrestricted State of Minnesota medical license, or ability to obtain a State of Minnesota medical license

Preferred Qualifications

• Adult inpatient psychiatry experience
• Leadership and supervisory experience
• Interest in Severe and Persistent Mental Illnesses (SPMIs) Psychiatry
• Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness.
• Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

Additional Requirements

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

Direct Care & Treatment (DCT) healthcare facilities require employees to provide documentation that they are free from tuberculosis (TB) through a blood test prior to employment. DCT does not accept TB skin testing.

As this posting contains employer information and requirements, it is retained in this refined version for disclosure purposes.

About Direct Care and Treatment

DCT operates a highly specialized behavioral health care system that serves people with mental illness, substance abuse disorders, and developmental and intellectual disabilities. This includes psychiatric hospitals and other inpatient mental health treatment facilities; inpatient substance abuse treatment facilities; dental clinics, group homes, vocational sites, and sex offender treatment facilities.

Working together to improve the state we love.

What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?

• A sense of purpose in their work
• Connection with their coworkers and communities
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth

As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.

Your benefits may include:

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Annual pay increases
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
• Fertility care, including IVF
• Diabetes care
• Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children

Support to help you reach your career goals:

• Training, classes, and professional development
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov )

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:

• A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
• Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
• Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.

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