Job Description

$300,000 / year

We offer:

• Medical (100% employer paid for employees only), Dental, Vision, Life, Short Term and Long-Term Disability.
• 5 days of PTO
• 16 Wellness Days and Holidays - Including the week of Christmas off!

Do you envision working for a dynamic, mission-driven organization which supports the community while fostering an employee culture of appreciation and fun? If your answer is yes, then an employment opportunity at Directions for Living may be a great fit for you! We offer an excellent salary and benefits package to include employer paid health insurance premiums for all full-time employees, PTO and paid company holidays, 403b retirement, EAP, and year-round employee wellness and appreciation initiatives.

We are seeking a visionary and compassionate Director of Psychiatric Medical Services to lead our interdisciplinary clinical team. The Medical Director will be committed to open access, integrated care models, and improving health outcomes through innovative, evidence-based practices. The ideal candidate will champion the delivery of accessible, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive psychiatric care for individuals and families across our community.

In this key leadership role, the Psychiatric Medical Director will oversee all psychiatric services, ensure clinical excellence and regulatory compliance, and guide the expansion of treatment programs aligned with the CCBHC model. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of community behavioral health through transformative leadership, system innovation, and a steadfast commitment to quality, equity, and timely access to care .

Directions for Living is an essential services provider. A ll Directions for Living employees must be willing and able to provide vital support and essential services to the people that we serve in the event of an emergency, pandemic or other disaster situation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide clinical leadership and oversight of psychiatric services, including psychiatry, medication management, and integrated care coordination.
• Supervise and support a multidisciplinary team of psychiatrists, psychiatric APRN's and the clinical team.
• Ensure all psychiatric services are aligned with CCBHC standards, federal and state regulations, and organizational policies.
• Champion Open Access to care, ensuring timely intake assessments and medication evaluations for all clients.
• Collaborate with executive leadership on strategic planning, quality assurance, and the development of new service lines.
• Provide psychiatric evaluations, treatment planning, and psychotropic medication management for a small caseload.
• Lead or participate in case consultations, clinical reviews, and staff training to foster continuous improvement.
• Integrate psychiatric services with primary care and substance use disorder treatment in a holistic care model.
• Ensure documentation and EHR compliance standards are met.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and development of psychiatric providers.

Qualifications:

• MD or DO with board certification in Psychiatry (Adult and/or Child & Adolescent).
• Current licensure (or eligible for licensure) to practice in Florida.
• Minimum 5 years of clinical experience in psychiatry, with at least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory capacity.
• Demonstrated experience working in community behavioral health or public health settings.
• Strong knowledge of the CCBHC model, Open Access, and integrated care systems.
• Commitment to culturally competent, trauma-informed, and person-centered care.
• Proven ability to lead clinical teams, mentor staff, and implement quality improvement initiatives.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

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