Staff Psychiatrist - Child & Adolescent Outpatient - Napa, CA

Job Description

Job Title: Staff Psychiatrist – Child & Adolescent Outpatient
Location: Napa, California

\n Position Overview \n

A county-based behavioral health program is seeking a Staff Psychiatrist to provide outpatient psychiatric care to children and adolescents in a structured, team-based setting. This role offers a balanced schedule, strong clinical support, and the opportunity to work within a comprehensive community mental health system .

\n About the Organization \n

This county behavioral health system provides a full continuum of care, including child and adult mental health services, substance use treatment, and community-based programs . The organization is committed to collaboration, partnership, and patient-centered care , supporting children, families, and the broader community.

\n Practice Details \n

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• Outpatient Child & Adolescent medication clinic
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• 40 hours per week \n
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  • Option for 5 (8-hour) days or 4 (10-hour) days
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• Visit structure:\n
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  • 90-minute initial evaluations
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  • 45-minute follow-ups
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• No evening or weekend call
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• Child/adolescent caseload: ~120–150 patients
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• Participation in clinical and divisional team meetings
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\n Clinical Environment \n

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• Multidisciplinary team including psychiatrists, therapists, social workers, AOD clinicians, case managers, and community providers
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• Nursing support for medication setup (medi-sets) and monitoring high-risk patients
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• Access to specialized substance use programs
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• 24/7 crisis unit located adjacent to the clinic
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• On-site primary care clinic for integrated care
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\n Job Responsibilities \n

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• Provide psychiatric evaluations and medication management for children and adolescents
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• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
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• Diagnose and treat a range of psychiatric conditions, including co-occurring substance use disorders
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• Collaborate with multidisciplinary care teams to coordinate patient care
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• Participate in clinical meetings and treatment planning discussions
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• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed
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• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record
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• Support continuity of care and family engagement in treatment
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\n Working Hours \n

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• Full-time: 40 hours per week
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• Flexible schedule: 5x8s or 4x10s
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• Daytime outpatient hours
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• No evenings, weekends, or call
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\n Qualifications \n

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• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
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• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry
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• Fellowship training in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry preferred
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• Active California medical license (or ability to obtain)
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• DEA license required
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• Experience in outpatient or community mental health preferred
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\n Skills \n

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• Strong child and adolescent psychiatric diagnostic and treatment skills
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• Ability to manage outpatient caseload effectively
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• Experience with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders
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• Effective collaboration within a multidisciplinary team
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• Excellent communication with patients, families, and care teams
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• Strong organizational and time management skills
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• Commitment to patient-centered, community-based care
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\n Compensation & Benefits \n

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• $360,000 annual salary (W-2, full-time)
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• Comprehensive benefits package
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• Attractive 401(k) with competitive company match
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• Generous annual bonus structure
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• PTO and CME accrual
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\n Additional Highlights \n

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• Structured outpatient schedule with no call
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• Strong clinical and nursing support
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• Integrated care model with crisis and primary care services on-site
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• Located in Napa, CA — known for quality of life and natural beauty
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