Medical Director

Medical Director Opportunity At Jewish Community Services

Jewish Community Services (JCS) provides programs and services for people of all ages and backgrounds, helping them achieve their goals, enhance their wellbeing, and maximize their independence.

Are you a board-certified or board-eligible psychiatrist (M.D. or D.O.) with a passion for improving community mental health? Jewish Community Services (JCS) is seeking a visionary Medical Director to oversee clinical psychiatric services within our Outpatient Mental Health Clinic (OMHC). This is a dynamic leadership role for a physician committed to advancing mental health care through excellence in clinical practice, supervision, and strategic program development.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Care

• Provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and medication management for clients aged 16 and older.
• Develop and oversee individualized treatment plans, ensuring client-centered, trauma-informed, and evidence-based approaches.
• Collaborate with therapists, case managers, and other clinical staff in a multidisciplinary setting.
• Support crisis intervention, safety planning, and referrals to higher levels of care when appropriate.
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system.

Medical Oversight & Supervision

• Provide clinical leadership and medical supervision for all prescribing providers (psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, physician assistants).
• Conduct case reviews, chart audits, and performance evaluations to ensure the highest standards of care.
• Ensure medical compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations (including COMAR and BHA guidelines).
• Promote the integration of physical and behavioral health services.

Program Development & Compliance

• Work in collaboration with the Director of Mental Health Services to design, implement, and monitor medical protocols, workflows, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Lead compliance efforts for accreditation bodies such as CARF and Behavioral Health Administration (BHA).
• Participate in strategic planning, including growth and expansion of psychiatric services and community partnerships.
• Assist in budget development and fiscal oversight of psychiatric service lines.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) with board certification or eligibility in Psychiatry.
• Active, unrestricted medical license in the State of Maryland (or eligibility to obtain).
• Current DEA and CDS registration in Maryland.
• Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience in psychiatry, with 3+ years in a leadership, supervisory, or administrative role preferred.
• Knowledge of evidence-based practices in psychiatric treatment, psychopharmacology, and co-occurring disorders.
• Familiarity with state regulations, CARF accreditation standards, and OMHC operations.
• EHR Experience
• Experience with telehealth service delivery strongly preferred.
• Must be paneled (or eligible for paneling) with commercial insurance and Medicaid plans JCS participates in.

Why Join JCS?

Mission-Driven Work: Make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and families through high-quality, community-based mental health services.

Innovative Care Model: Flexible hybrid work options, with a combination of telepsychiatry and in-person care.

Leadership Opportunity: Play a key role in shaping the future of behavioral health services at one of the region's leading nonprofit organizations.

Compensation & Benefits:

Competitive salary commensurate with experience and licensure

Flexible part-time or full-time schedule (minimum 20 hours/week)

Comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Free JCC gym membership
• Professional development stipends
• Legal services, pet insurance, and more

JCS has been recognized by the Baltimore Sun Media Group as a Top Workplace four years in a row. We are proud to be an organization that lives by our values Respect Inclusivity Integrity Community both in our service to clients and in our workplace culture.

JCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer