Benefits:
Flexible schedule
Training & development
Wellness resources
🧠Harlem Family Services Consulting Psychiatrist (Part-Time)
Location: Article 31 Mental Health Clinic – New York Schedule: Minimal monthly hours + Incident Report Committee chair every 45 days Reports To: Clinic Director
Harlem Family Services (HFS) is a non-profit, NYS licensed Article 31 community mental health clinic located in Harlem, NY. We provide innovative, low cost, high-quality psychotherapy and psychopharmacology services to children, adults and families. Our staff is community minded, patient, creative, flexible, compassionate, and culturally sensitive to persons who are diagnosed with a mental illness. HFS offers Psychiatrists, the opportunity to join a multi-disciplinary team to provide culturally competent services that are individualized to client needs and reflect the integration of race, ethnicity, culture, primary language, immigration status, developmental status, criminal justice status, sexuality, age, and gender.
🩺 Position Summary
The Consulting Psychiatrist serves as a strategic clinical advisor, providing psychiatric expertise to support high-quality care, risk management, and regulatory compliance. This part-time role includes chairing the Incident Report Committee every 45 days, reviewing sentinel events, and guiding multidisciplinary teams in incident analysis and corrective action planning. Ideal for a seasoned psychiatrist seeking a low-hour, mission-driven engagement in a collaborative outpatient setting.
🔍 Key Responsibilities
Clinical Consultation
Provide psychiatric input on complex cases, diagnostic clarification, and psychopharmacology
Support clinicians in managing high-risk or treatment-resistant clients
Offer guidance on treatment planning and clinical documentation standards
Incident Oversight
Chair the Incident Report Committee meeting every 45 days
Review Level II and Level III incidents per NYS Justice Center and OMH guidelines
Facilitate root cause analysis and multidisciplinary discussion
Recommend corrective actions, staff training, and policy updates
Ensure incident documentation meets regulatory standards
Compliance & Quality Assurance
Collaborate with Clinic Director and Compliance Officer on risk trends
Support OMH audit readiness and incident follow-up protocols
Advise on clinical policies related to safety, supervision, and psychiatric care
✅ Qualifications
MD or DO with board certification in Psychiatry
Active New York State medical license
Minimum 5 years of experience in outpatient or community mental health
Familiarity with Article 31 regulations, OMH standards, and Justice Center protocols
Strong communication and leadership skills
Experience in incident review, risk management, or QA preferred
· Basic computer skills and experience using and navigating electronic health record (EHR), e-prescribing platforms, and use of HIPAA compliant video platforms
💼 Compensation & Commitment
Hourly or stipend-based compensation
Flexible schedule with remote availability for consultations
Required attendance (virtual or in-person) at Incident Report Committee meetings every 45 days
Hiring and Application Process:
How to apply (email cover letter and resume to Zip Recruiter Attention: Joanna Fahey, Clinic Director
Required application materials (resume, cover letter, we request 2 professional references and 1 personal, copies of degrees and licensure)
Deadline for applications or "applications reviewed on a rolling basis until position is filled"
Expected start date (or range)
This is a remote position.