Psychiatrist FT- Crisis Care Centers

Psychiatrist (Full-time)

Crisis Care Centers – All Sites

Position Summary

The Crisis Care Center Psychiatrist provides high-quality psychiatric care within a 24/7 behavioral health crisis environment that includes a Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU), Crisis Residential Unit (CRU), Behavioral Health Urgent Care (BHUC), and Mobile Crisis Services and as needed consultations for Pre-admission Screening units.

The Psychiatrist works reports to and work collaboratively with the Medical Director, interdisciplinary team members, and Advanced Practice Professionals (APPs). This role also participates in cross-site clinical coverage between the 7 Mile and 707 Crisis Centers as needed to support clinical operations, continuity of care, and provider coverage across the system.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides direct psychiatric services including evaluation, re-evaluation, diagnosis, treatment planning, medication management, restraint orders, and disposition decisions.
• Conducts timely psychiatric assessments consistent with CSU (≤3 hrs) and CRU (≤24 hrs) requirements.
• Incorporates Evidence-Based Best Practices and maintains compliance with licensing and accreditation standards.
• Determines medical necessity and ensures clinically appropriate interventions.
• Coordinates medical and psychiatric care with nursing and clinical staff.
• Provides clinical oversight, case consultation, and collaborative review of documentation for APPs, including timely co-signatures.
• Offers clinical direction and consultation to Mobile Crisis Teams.
• Participates in doctor-to-doctor consultations, as needed, to support transitions and referrals.
• Reviews eligibility assessments and triage information for individuals presenting to the Crisis Care Center or BHUC.
• Participates in shift handovers, clinical huddles, and multidisciplinary team meetings.
• Contributes to Quality Assurance reviews, policy implementation, and continuous improvement.
• Supervises and teaches psychiatry residents, fellows, or students, as applicable.
• Completes required clinical documentation with accuracy and timeliness.
• Responds appropriately to medical and psychiatric emergencies.
• Provides urgent clinical consultation for members contacting the Crisis Care Center or Mobile Crisis Team.
• Works morning, afternoon, or night shifts as assigned.
• Participates in the weekend on-call rotation.
• Supports cross-site psychiatrist coverage between 7 Mile and 707 locations during PTO, surge volume, or operational needs.
• Adheres to DWIHN compliance, confidentiality, and reporting standards.
• Performs additional duties as assigned by the Medical Director.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

• Knowledge of Joint Commission Accreditation and Certification Standards.
• Knowledge of DWIHN policies and the regional community mental health system.
• Knowledge of the Michigan Mental Health Code and MDHHS policies.
• Expertise in crisis psychiatry, psychopharmacology, diagnostic formulation, and managing individuals with SMI and co-occurring disorders.
• Skill in managing agitated individuals and implementing crisis intervention strategies.

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced crisis environment with nurses, therapists, APPs, peer specialists, and support staff.
• Knowledge of behavioral health eligibility criteria, Medicaid guidelines, and pertinent federal regulations.
• Excellent documentation, assessment, communication, and clinical decision-making skills.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork abilities.
• Computer proficiency (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, EHR systems).
• Commitment to person-centered, trauma-informed, culturally competent care.

Required Education

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited institution.
• Board Certification in Psychiatry (ABPN).
• Additional Board Certification in Addiction Psychiatry and/or Child & Adolescent Psychiatry preferred.

Required Experience

• Minimum two (2) years of experience treating behavioral health conditions, preferably in crisis, emergency, inpatient, or community mental health settings.

Required Licenses & Certifications

• Valid and current Michigan medical license.
• Valid Michigan controlled substance license.
• Valid DEA registration.
• Valid State of Michigan Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record.

Working Conditions

• Primarily located at the 7 Mile Crisis Care Center with periodic travel or cross-coverage at the 707 Crisis Center as needed.
• Work may involve exposure to individuals experiencing behavioral health crises.
• May require travel within Wayne County or Southeast Michigan.

Additional Information

• This job description is not an exhaustive list of duties. Responsibilities may be modified based on organizational needs.