Locum Tenens Mental Health​/CAP Psychiatrist Los Angeles County; Telemedicine Eligible

Position: Locum Tenens Mental Health/ CAP Psychiatrist Los Angeles County (Telemedicine Eligible)
Join the County of Los Angeles Department of Mental Health at Antelope Valley Kidz Connection in Palmdale, CA. This temporary role (up to one year) offers a 30-hour/week schedule, Tues Thurs (8a6:30p) with a mix of in-person and telepsychiatry coverage. Provide psychiatric evaluations, medication management, crisis intervention, and collaborative care for children and adolescents in the child welfare system.

Assignment Details:

Locum Tenens Mental Health Psychiatrist County of Los Angeles Department of Mental Health Program:
Antelope Valley Kidz Connection (AVKC)

Location:

Palmdale, CA (Open to Telemedicine Coverage)
Temporary position up to one year

Schedule:

30 hours per week

Hours:

Tuesday Thursday, 8:00am6:30pm 50% of time in person (telepsychiatry also accepted)
About the Program:

Antelope Valley Kidz Connection (AVKC) provides comprehensive mental health services to infants, children, youth, families, and caregivers in or at risk of out-of-home placements referred by DCFS. Services include assessments, consultations, outpatient and field-based treatment, crisis intervention, individual and group therapy, and ongoing psychiatric care.

Responsibilities:

Conduct psychiatric evaluations, prescribe/monitor/renew medications, and ensure continuity of care Provide psychiatric services to children and adolescents in the child welfare system, including field visits when needed

Participate in multi-disciplinary treatment teams and collaborate on client care issues

Provide consultation to DCFS/DHS staff and attend Child & Family Team meetings

Screen for health concerns and refer to physical health providers as appropriate

Deliver crisis intervention and supportive counseling as necessary

Preferred Qualifications:

Proficiency with computer systems

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Effective time management and organizational abilities

Ability to work independently with strong attention to detail

Commitment to community-based care and collaboration with diverse populations