Psychiatrist

Psychiatrist Adult & Teen Challenge of Arkansas is seeking a licensed and compassionate Psychiatrist to provide part-time psychiatric care to our clients within a faith-based recovery program. This role involves conducting psychiatric evaluations, managing medication regimens, and collaborating with the multidisciplinary team to support the mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being of our clients. The position requires availability on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, with potential for additional weekday hours as needed. Qualifications: Medical Degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution. Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Psychiatry. DEA registration and ability to prescribe controlled substances. Must have and maintain a valid state ID- to navigate and use the company EHR. Must be able to pass drug and nicotine test Hold/Receive required certifications within the predetermined time limits established by the State of Arkansas. Competencies: Work effectively with culturally diverse population and be sensitive to the needs of each population. Communicate compassionately and effectively with clients, health care professionals, and the public. Effective documentation skills Demonstrates sound diagnostic judgment and clinical decision-making in psychiatric care. Proficient in prescribing and managing psychotropic medications. Understands the complexities of substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. Willing to incorporate spiritual considerations into treatment when appropriate. Adheres to professional ethics, legal standards, and confidentiality requirements. Responds calmly and effectively to psychiatric emergencies and behavioral health crises. Responsibilities: Conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments and diagnostic evaluations. Prescribe and manage psychiatric medications in compliance with federal and state regulations. Monitor client progress, adjusting treatment plans as necessary. Maintain current knowledge of best practices in psychiatric and addiction medicine. Identify and provide crisis services as necessary. Ensures that all progress notes relating to client intervention reflect Treatment Plan goals and objectives and current diagnosis. Uses the Master Treatment Plan to develop activities to use with clients approved for OBHS services. May provide on-site and off-site intervention to clients. Participates in Agency-wide training programs/in-services. Follows all HIPAA regulations. Is familiar with the company’s policies and procedures and guidelines including all safety protocols and rules for facility. Ensures confidentiality of client and employee information and responds to internal and external information according to company policy. Assists in overcoming barriers to treatment of clients. Makes necessary referrals and serves as liaison with other agencies. Provides timely documentation to support services rendered and provides written reports as required by other agencies (i.e. DCFS, legal system, etc.). Ensures client’s attendance to initial medication evaluation and subsequent medication appointments. Models’ stability for client and family with regular sessions. Empower clients to improve day to day functionality, reducing stressors and increasing ability to focus on treatment goals. Encourages client compliance with the established treatment plan. Monitors/reports client behavior in all environments. Attends all required clinic meetings. Ensures that all progress notes relating to client intervention reflect Treatment Plan goals and objectives and current diagnosis. Monitors treatment plan follow-up, services to clients, and overall conditions in the facility. Other duties as assigned.