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Psychiatrist
$140/hr
Program: Mental Health Group Homes
Location: New Castle County ( Wilmington, DE)
Status: Full-Time - 40 hours
Schedule: M-F 8a-4p
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Psychiatrist serves as the clinical lead on the Mental Health Group Home program at Conexio Care. This role provides psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, medication management, and clinical oversight for adults with serious mental illness, co‑occurring disorders, and complex social needs. The Psychiatrist works closely with a multidisciplinary team to deliver recovery‑oriented, trauma‑informed community‑based care.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Direct Clinical Duties
- Conduct psychiatric assessments, diagnoses, and follow‑up appointments.
- Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications, including ongoing reviews.
- Deliver face‑to‑face clinical services (evaluations, therapy, home visits).
- Provide crisis intervention, emergency response, and on‑call coverage.
- Participate in involuntary medication hearings as needed.
- Document all services and treatment plans in the electronic health record.
- Utilize medication‑assisted treatment (MAT) where clinically appropriate.
- Coordinate care with hospitals, primary care providers, and specialists.
- Communicate directly with team members through meetings and consultations.
Other Responsibilities
- Model trauma‑informed, recovery‑oriented practices.
- Support and guide ACT team members through consultation and education.
- Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and professional development.
- Ensure compliance with state, federal, and organizational regulations.
- Maintain professionalism, accurate documentation, and good judgment.
REQUIREMENTS
Licensure & Regulatory
- Legally authorized psychiatric prescriber in Delaware.
- Active licensure and required certifications.
- Meet background check requirements.
- Maintain compliance with HIPAA and regulatory standards.
- Ability to work within a multidisciplinary ACT model.
- Education Pathways (Either)
Physician Pathway
- MD or DO from an accredited medical school.
- Completed psychiatric residency.
- Board‑certified or board‑eligible in Psychiatry.
- Active Delaware DEA registration.
Advanced Practice Nurse Pathway
- Graduate degree in Advanced Practice Nursing.
- Delaware‑licensed and certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner.
- Authorized to diagnose and prescribe psychotropic medications.
- Supervision by a Delaware‑licensed psychiatrist (2 hrs/week).
- Minimum 5 years NP experience.
Experience
- At least 2 years as a psychiatric prescriber in a multidisciplinary setting (preferred).
- Experience in community behavioral health preferred.
- Experience serving individuals with SPMI, substance use disorders, and co‑occurring needs.
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
Clinical & Professional Competencies
- Effective communication, clinical judgment, diagnostic competency.
- Strong knowledge of psychiatric principles and best practices.
- Ability to provide leadership and support to multidisciplinary teams.
- Ability to manage crises and maintain professionalism.
- Commitment to cultural humility and client rights.
Administrative & Technical
- Organizational and regulatory compliance skills.
- Ability to use electronic health records and basic computer programs.
- Valid driver’s license, personal vehicle, and minimum liability insurance.
- CPR/first aid certifications and knowledge of medical terminology.
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the job (lifting, driving, stair navigation).
BENEFITS
- Full-time employees are eligible to
- Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
- 401k, Life, Disability Insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Training, Career Advancement
- DailyPay - A benefit that allows you to access your pay when you need it
- HSA, FSA
- Life Assistance Program
- A Great Team Environment
- Competitive Wages
- Wellness Program
ABOUT APIS AND THE AFFILIATE
APIS
Apis Services, Inc. (a wholly owned subsidiary of Inperium, Inc.) provides a progressive platform for delivering Shared Services to Inperium and its Constellation of affiliate companies. Allowing these entities to advance their mission and vision. By exploring geographical program expansion and focusing on quality outcome measures to create cost savings that result in reinvestment into the organization's stakeholders through capacity creation and employee compensation betterment.
Apis Services, Inc. and affiliates provide equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment in compliance with all federal and all applicable state and local laws and regulations, including nondiscrimination in hiring and employment. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy/childbirth, veteran status or any other basis protected by law. This policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunities extends to every phase and aspect of hiring and employment.
CONEXIO CARE, INC.
Conexio Care, an affiliate of Apis Services, was founded in 1985 as a subsidiary of the organization then known as Church Home Foundation. Conexio’ s original mission was to help older adults with lifelong histories of psychiatric hospitalization to transition into the community. Our mission expanded in 1988 to include homeless services and substance abuse treatment. Today, Conexio Care serves as one of Delaware’s largest nonprofits, collaborating with government, community, corporate, and other philanthropic partners to maximize services for our state’s most vulnerable citizens. (Conexio Care https://conexiocare.org)
Salary : $140