Psychiatrist - Child/Adolescent
Listed compensation
$165/hr
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- Employment & setting
- Contract · remote
- Call expectations
- Not specified
- Weekends
- Not specified
Job Description
Description
Devereux has an exciting opportunity to become a Psychiatrist!
This is an Independent Contractor position
Devereux Florida provides programs and services for individuals with significant intellectual/developmental disabilities and/or emotional or behavioral challenges. This position is responsible for:
- Completing psychiatric evaluations
- Working in collaboration with physician to provide diagnostic and intervention patient care
- Monitoring and reevaluations as needed
- Medication management with monthly notes
- Participation in physician peer review and relevant meetings
As an Psychiatrist at Devereux, you will work with other dedicated professionals who share your passion for helping individuals in need. We offer:
Opportunities to make a positive impact in the lives of children and families in need of support
Professional growth through working alongside others in one of the most advanced behavioral health organizations in the country
Position Details
- Schedule: flexible schedule (4-25 hours/week)
- Location: Remote/Virtual (must reside in Florida)
- Pay: $165/hr.
Qualifications
- Education and Licensure:
- Doctorate Degree required
Active Medicaid provider number and authorized to provide psychiatric services by Chapter 464, F. S. required
Other Requirements
- Two years' Psychiatric experience required
- Two years' experience working with children and adolescents required
- Two years' experience working with children and adolescents preferred
- Company Overview
- Company Overview
Devereux is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit organizations, providing services, insight and leadership in the evolving field of behavioral healthcare. Founded in 1912, Devereux operates a comprehensive national network of clinical, therapeutic, educational and employment programs that positively impact the lives of 10,000+ children, adults – and their families – every year.
Our Mission: Devereux changes lives – by unlocking and nurturing human potential for people living with emotional, behavioral or cognitive differences.
With nearly 6,500 employees working in programs across the country, Devereux is a trusted partner for families, schools and communities, serving individuals in the areas of autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, specialty mental health, education and foster care.
Our Culture, Our Expectations
At Devereux, Servant Leadership is embedded throughout our culture and every aspect of our organizational framework. Our mission-driven, people-first mindset is at the heart of the compassionate and high-quality programming we provide – every day – for the individuals and families we serve, and other key stakeholders. Devereux offers challenging and exciting work, and our team environment creates an empowering, positive and rewarding atmosphere. To be successful at Devereux, you will: put the needs of others first, feel called to serve and called to lead. As a member of our team, you will be a significant part of our commitment to providing a welcoming and supportive work environment across all programs and services, and within all policies and employee practices.
We believe a workplace rooted in inclusivity – offering a sense of belonging to all those who walk through our doors – is fundamental to delivering the highest quality healthcare services. Through open dialogue and the creation of brave spaces, we will engage in work that gives each of us a chance to change the world – one person, one family, one community at a time.
What Devereux Offers You
In addition to a competitive salary, Devereux provides a comprehensive health and welfare program to eligible full-time employees, family members and domestic partners. Eligible employees are eligible to start benefits after 30 days of employment. In addition, we offer;
Medical (including telemedicine via phone, web, app), dental, prescription drug, preventative care, and mental health services.
Student loan debt assistance, tuition reimbursement and continuing education assistance.
Generous time-off (start accruing 1st day), 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit, and voluntary/employee paid supplemental life and accident coverage.
- Employee assistance / work-life balance program.
- Visit www.mydevereuxbenefits.org to see why Devereux is a great place to work!
- Devereux is a drug-free workplace, drug screening required. EOE
Key Responsibilities
The psychiatrist will perform psychiatric evaluations, manage medications, and provide diagnostic interventions for individuals with intellectual or behavioral challenges. They will also collaborate with other physicians and participate in peer reviews and clinical meetings.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Psychiatrist - Child/Adolescent at Devereux a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Physician roles — ranked against 19,459 active Physician roles listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include remote work flexibility.
Psychiatry — Physician Career Context
Of the 50 active Psychiatry listings this role was benchmarked against, 52% are remote, 48% have no call, 68% require no weekends — this position is remote.
Psychiatry pay on WeekdayDoc is up 3.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
Nationally, Psychiatry professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $300k, with the typical range spanning $230k to $400k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.
Location & Logistics
Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$343k midpoint, that is roughly $14k–$24k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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