Beryllium Psychiatric Services provides unique personalized medical care to people suffering from major depression – including postpartum depression, emotional stress, complex trauma, post traumatic stress, anxiety and binge eating disorder. We do this through a combination of methods which reach beyond just prescribing medication. 

Our Values:

Our patients benefit from a multidimensional treatment plan which integrates: medication, and medical care, with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Narrative Therapy, Exercise Planning, Nutrition Counseling, and Psychoeducation on the relationship between mind and body health. 

We believe that mental health care for all, affordability and accessibility. Pay it forward. 

We protect our physicians from meaningless work. We want every physician to feel deeply rewarded in helping patients heal.

Beryllium Psychiatric Services is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Child Psychiatrist to develop a holistic mental health treatment framework adapted for children. The ideal candidate shares our vision of holistic mental health care for children. This physician will have a strong background in child and adolescent psychiatry, possess excellent communication skills, and be committed to improving the mental health and well-being of young patients. This Psychiatrist will be willing to learn the complex interconnection of mind and body and to apply this understanding to the treatment of children and adolescents. 

Responsibilities:

1. Diagnostic Evaluation: Conduct thorough psychiatric assessments to diagnose mental health conditions in children and adolescents. Utilize appropriate screening tools, interviews, and observations to formulate accurate diagnoses.
2. Treatment Planning: Develop personalized treatment plans tailored to the unique needs of each patient. Treatment planning will include exercise planning, and nutrition support in addition to
3. Collaboration: The ideal candidate will be able to collaborate  with other healthcare professionals, including other physicians, health coaches, exercise specialists, nutrition specialists, therapists, and families to create holistic treatment approaches.
4. Medication Management: Prescribe and manage psychiatric medications, ensuring proper dosage and monitoring for any side effects. Educate patients, families, and caregivers about medication management and potential benefits and risks.
5. Therapeutic Interventions: Provide evidence-based therapeutic interventions, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, play therapy, and family therapy, to address emotional and behavioral issues in children and adolescents.
6. Collaborative Care: Work closely with other healthcare providers, including psychologists, social workers, and educators, to coordinate care and ensure a multidisciplinary approach to treatment.
7. Crisis Intervention: Intervene during psychiatric emergencies and crises, providing immediate support and appropriate interventions to stabilize patients. Collaborate with emergency services and hospitals when necessary.
8. Patient and Family Education: Educate patients, families, and caregivers about mental health conditions, treatment options, coping strategies, and community resources available to support ongoing care.
9. Documentation: Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records, including diagnosis, treatment plans, progress notes, and communication with other healthcare professionals. Adhere to legal and ethical guidelines regarding patient confidentiality.
10. Research and Professional Development: Stay updated with the latest research, treatments, and best practices in child and adolescent psychiatry.

Qualifications:

– Medical degree from an accredited medical school

– Board certification in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

– State medical license to practice psychiatry

– Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

– Empathy and patience when working with children, adolescents, and their families

– Ability to collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team

– Commitment to ongoing professional development and continuous learning

– Belief in *the values we espouse

– Mind/body medicine training is a plus

Benefits:

Salary – $200/hr

– Opportunities for professional development and continuing education 

– Supportive and collaborative work environment

– Opportunity to craft a practice that is meaningful both to the patients and the physician

– Work life balance is prioritized

– Meaningful and rewarding work, making a difference in the lives of children and families

Beryllium Psychiatric Services is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes candidates from all backgrounds to apply.