Psychiatric Provider

Company: Rehabilitation Support Services Inc.
Location: Poughkeepsie
Posted on: February 22, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description The Dutchess Reintegration Forensic ACT (Assertive Community Treatment team) is a multidisciplinary team including clinicians, nurses, prescriber(s), and case managers. The FACT team is working at the forefront of the intersection between behavioral health and involvement in the criminal justice system. Our mission is to support our participants through innovative services that improve behavioral health, promote recovery and rehabilitation, create community success, and reduce incarceration. Services are delivered in the person’s home or community, available 24/7, and focus on helping individuals stay stable, avoid hospitalization, and build skills for independent living. The FACT Team in Dutchess County is seeking Psychiatric coverage by a psychiatrist (19.5 hours per week), combination of a Psychiatrist and a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (to equal a total of 19.5 hours per week) or a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (27.5 hours per week). This requires hours Monday through Friday with flexibility in scheduling development. The Psychiatric Provider is a key member of the multidisciplinary Forensic ACT team, responsible for delivering psychiatric assessment, medication management, and clinical oversight to individuals with severe and persistent mental illness. The provider works primarily in community settings—homes, shelters, and other natural environments—to ensure flexible, person-centered care that promotes stability, recovery, and community integration. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, diagnostic assessments, and ongoing medication management. Develop, implement, and update individualized treatment plans in collaboration with the FACT team. Provide education to clients and families on diagnoses, medications, side effects, and symptom management. Participate in daily team meetings to review client status, guide treatment interventions, and ensure coordinated care. Maintain availability for crisis intervention and support as part of the FACT team’s 24/7 coverage model (may include on-call rotation). Collaborate closely with nurses, clinicians, case managers, peers, and community partners to promote holistic, recovery-oriented care. Document all services in accordance with agency policies, regulatory standards, and billing requirements. Monitor client progress, identify risks, and adjust treatment plans as clinically indicated. Promote integration of physical and mental health care by coordinating with primary care and specialty providers. Qualifications: Licensed Psychiatrist (MD/DO), Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), or other qualified psychiatric prescriber eligible to practice in the state. Experience working with individuals with severe mental illness, co-occurring disorders, and high service needs preferred. Familiarity with the FACT model or intensive community-based treatment is strongly preferred. Strong clinical decision-making, communication, and crisis-management skills. Ability to work effectively in the field, travel within the community, and engage clients in nontraditional settings. Commitment to recovery-oriented, person-centered, and trauma-informed practice. Work Environment: This position involves significant work in the community and client homes. Requires flexibility, collaboration, and comfort working with diverse populations experiencing complex clinical and social needs. Successful completion of background check including Justice Center and New York State Office of Children and Family Services Statewide Central Register Database Check. The agency offers excellent salary and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, 401K as well as paid sick, vacation, personal and holiday time. Access to agency vehicle provided. Rehabilitation Support Services wants all interested applicants to know we hire a diverse workforce and are actively recruiting candidates in accordance with diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity practices. For a complete listing of job opportunities with RSS visit our website at Rehab.org Job Type: Part-time Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Work Location: In person Company Description Not for Profit Organization Company Description Not for Profit Organization

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