Director of Psychiatry - Full-Time; 4161-624-N

Director of Psychiatry
Jackson Heights, NY 11372
When you join the CCBQ Team, you will have an impact on the lives of many. For over 125 years, Catholic Charities Brooklyn and Queens has been providing quality social services to the neighborhoods of Brooklyn and Queens, and currently offers 160-plus programs and services for children, youth, adults, seniors, and those struggling with mental illness. Our Clinics are community-based which offer a professional and welcoming environment for both clients and staff. The Clinics provide psychotherapeutic and psychopharmacological therapy, as well as individual, group, family therapy, crisis intervention, medication management, case management and collateral sessions. Our staff members follow an approach to health care that emphasizes wellness, recovery, trauma-informed care, and physical-behavioral health integration.

Why you will enjoy being part of our team:
1. Competitive Salaries and Benefits
2. Educational Loan Forgiveness
3. Professional Development (CMEs)
4. High Quality Supervision
5. Opportunities for Advancement.
STATEMENT OF THE JOB
Under the direction of the Medical Director, the Director of Psychiatry will serve as a leader of the team of Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners working across CCNS’ Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) and Behavioral Health (BH) programs. This individual will provide day-to-day management and clinical oversight support to our agency’s team of psychiatric prescribers. Additionally, the Director of Psychiatry will have responsibility for direct patient care, with a specific focus on serving individuals with complex and co-occurring needs, as well as the provision of consultation to both medical and non-medical treatment providers, and within other areas of the Agency.
• Provide oversight and clinical guidance to psychiatric prescribers and help to provide strategic direction in operations
• Work closely with the CCNS Medical Director to provide day-to-day support and supervision to Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners by establishing performance expectations, overseeing service delivery, evaluating team and individual results, and providing feedback and coaching
• Provide guidance, training, and mentorship to fellow Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners, including supporting orientation and in-service sessions to support the Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner team to grow their skillsets
• Collaborate closely with other integrated care professionals and providers to ensure comprehensive patient care
• Provide direct patient care to individuals of all ages living with psychiatric conditions, addiction issues, and other complex, co-occurring health-related needs
• Support the growth of CCNS’ psychiatric services, including but not limited to Medication Assisted Treatment, by providing support and education to Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners
• Participate as an active member of CCNS’ CCBHC leadership team, supporting continuous process improvement of systems and programs by determining needs and improvements and evaluating outcomes for programs and services
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders in support of CCNS’ clients served
QUALIFICATIONS
• Master’s Degree in Nursing or equivalent
• New York State Nurse Practitioner License and Current Registration as Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
• Current CPR (BLS), First Aid
• Apply for and maintain valid NPI number
• Must receive (Medication Administration Training) & become MAT certified within first 6 months of employment
• Federal DEA and State Controlled Substance Registration
• Board Eligible or Board Certified in Psychiatry required
• Valid New York State DEA number required including having completed all required trainings to deliver Medication Assisted Treatment
• At least five years of experience
• Excellent clinical skills, ability to perform evaluations, diagnose and treat mental illnesses, and have excellent knowledge of psychopharmacology required.
• Must have up to date knowledge of psychotropic medications, as well as evidenced based/best practices treatment modalities for children, adolescents and adults with mental health and chemical dependence issues.
• Must have knowledge and familiarity of OMH, OASAS, SAMHSA CCBHC, and other pertinent regulations, and the ability to maintain a good working relationship with regulatory staff.
• Ability to work with individuals across the lifespan, including children and adolescents, as well as older adults.
• Time management, organizational, and computer skills.
• Ability to evaluate and intervene in crisis situations.
• Flexibility to cover other work sites & available for crisis consultation.
• Excellent oral and written communication skil