Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist- Associate Medical Director

Seeking an experienced and collaborative Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist to lead clinical quality and team development across CHR’s Child & Family Programs- working shoulder-to-shoulder with APRNs, therapists, program directors, and operations leaders. Full-time or part-time schedule available.

Why CHR? Join a mission-driven, team-first organization serving children, teens, and families across a full continuum of behavioral health services. At CHR you’ll find:

• Collaborative Team, every day: An interdisciplinary environment where ideas are heard and wins are shared.
• Impact at scale: Guide care across multiple child & family programs.
• Strong infrastructure: Experienced directors, interdisciplinary partners, and reliable operations so you can lead and practice medicine.
• Growth & mentorship: Visible leadership seat with opportunities to coach clinicians and develop emerging leaders.
• Award-Winning Culture: CHR has been voted a Top Workplace in CT for 11 consecutive years – a people-first environment where your voice is heard and teamwork is the norm.

   

  What You’ll Do

• Provide direct patient care including psychiatric evaluations, ongoing treatment, and medication management for children/adolescents and families.
• Drive program excellence—outcomes, access, safety, and evidence-informed care across sites.
• Lead, mentor and educate clinicians throughout Child & Family Programs.
• Supervise a team of three APRNs (mentoring, case consultation, feedback).
• Partner with program/service directors to align clinical and operational goals and elevate family-centered care.
• Coordinate across CHR’s continuum and with mobile crisis for urgent community needs.
• Support hiring, onboarding, and professional development.
• Contribute to policy, compliance, and quality-improvement initiatives in collaboration with the Medical Director.

What You Bring

• MD/DO with Board Certification in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry strongly preferred.
• In lieu of subspecialty board certification, significant, demonstrated recent experience treating children and adolescents may be considered.
• Clinical child and adolescent psychiatry experience required
• Leadership experience strongly preferred (team lead, supervision, program oversight).
• Proven collaborator who values shared decision-making and transparent communication.
• Genuine commitment to serving youth with complex mental health needs.
• Active Connecticut license (or eligibility).
• A collaborative, family-centered approach and commitment to continuous improvement.

 

Full-Time Employees Enjoy a Full Spectrum of Benefits:

• Generous Time Off: Includes vacation, sick time, and your birthday off!
• Comprehensive Insurance: Health, dental, vision + discounts on pet, auto, and home insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan: With employer contributions
• Loan Repayment: Eligible for NHSC and Public Loan Forgiveness programs
• Wellness Perks: Annual wellness stipend, Calm app subscription, yoga, and wellness events
• Professional Development: Free trainings, mentorship, internal career fairs, and leadership luncheons
• Inclusive Culture: DEI Council, employee resource groups, and a welcoming, mission-driven environment
• Stay Informed: Weekly leadership updates and monthly newsletters keep you connected