Child Psychiatrist

Job Title

Medical Director / Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist

The Medical Director/Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist will oversee clinical care at the Center for Healthy Families, ensuring the highest standards of psychiatric and behavioral health services for children, youth, and families. This part‑time role combines direct patient care, clinical supervision, and program oversight.

• Provide direct psychiatric care and evaluation for children, youth, and families in an outpatient setting.
• Supervise and support clinical team members in assessment and treatment planning.
• Review and sign off on treatment plans, intakes, and clinical documentation.
• Lead and participate in monthly staff meetings, serving as Medical Director for regulatory and accreditation purposes.
• Collaborate with medical and clinical staff to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Guide and mentor clinical staff in best practices for psychiatric care.
• Participate in quality assurance, performance improvement, and peer review activities.
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of current trends in child and adolescent psychiatry.
• Other duties as assigned to support program quality and patient care.

• Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution.
• Completion of an approved residency in psychiatry.
• Board certification in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry.
• Active and unrestricted Connecticut medical license.
• Experience working with children, adolescents, and families in clinical settings.
• Ability to function effectively in a multidisciplinary team and communicate with diverse populations.

• Bilingual (Spanish) preferred.
• Commitment to compassionate, high‑quality care and continuous improvement.
• Flexible schedule with potential for growth in hours and responsibilities.
• Clinical supervision and teaching experience.
• Familiarity with outpatient behavioral health settings.
• Ability to sign off on treatment plans and intakes.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills.
• Experience in trauma‑informed care or family systems preferred.
• Comfort with virtual platforms and remote collaboration.
• Double board certification (Child & Adult Psychiatry) is a plus.
• Experience with virtual care delivery is advantageous.
• Familiarity with Joint Commission standards.
• Prior leadership or director‑level experience in behavioral health.

Most work can be done virtually, except for direct patient care. The clinic operates from 8 AM to 8 PM, and a monthly in‑person staff meeting is required. The work environment promotes a collaborative team culture with a focus on quality and growth. The organization is mission‑driven, serving vulnerable populations, and offers flexible work structures with virtual options.

This is a Permanent position based out of Hartford, CT.

The pay range for this position is $104000.00 - $208000.00/yr.

CRT offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees at work, at home, and during retirement. Highlights include:
Health & Wellness Medical Insurance:
Choice between two comprehensive plans with HRA (CRT funds first dollar: $500/$1000) Dental Insurance Vision Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Financial & Retirement 401(k) & Roth Retirement Plans:
Up to 6% company match, Direct Deposit and access to Federal Credit Union, Voluntary Insurance Options:
Additional life, critical illness, and accident plans at low cost, Income Protection Agency‑Paid Short‑Term Disability Insurance Agency‑Paid Long‑Term Disability Insurance Agency‑Paid Life and AD&D Insurance:
Coverage for employee, spouse, and dependents, Time Off 13 Paid Holidays Annually 10 Paid Vacation Days (with rollover option) 6 Paid Sick Days (with rollover option) 2 Paid Personal Days, Professional Development & Recognition Agency‑Sponsored Educational Opportunities, Wall of Excellence Recognition Program for outstanding performance

Note:

Some benefits may be prorated for part‑time employees or vary based on eligibility. For the most current offerings, candidates should contact CRT’s HR department.