LOCATION: Juvenile Detention Facility - Detroit, MI 48211

POSITION SUMMARY: Southeastern Michigan Health Association (SEMHA) is seeking a Board-Certified Psychiatrist to provide psychiatric services for youth residing at the Wayne County Juvenile Detention Facility. This position offers a unique opportunity to positively influence the lives of adolescents facing significant behavioral health challenges while working in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.

As a member of our behavioral health team, you will provide psychiatric evaluations, medication management, crisis intervention, and treatment planning for youth in a secure residential setting focused on rehabilitation and recovery.

WHY JOIN US?

• Make a meaningful impact on at-risk youth during a critical stage of development
• Practice a broad range of clinical skills, including crisis stabilization, trauma-informed care, and behavioral health treatment
• Collaborate with nurses, social workers, medical providers, educational staff, and case managers
• Monitor treatment progress through consistent patient engagement and follow-up
• Help shape behavioral health programs, suicide prevention initiatives, and quality improvement efforts
• Gain valuable experience in adolescent, correctional, and forensic behavioral health

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations and establish DSM-5 diagnoses
• Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications, monitor effectiveness and side effects
• Develop and oversee individualized treatment plans
• Respond to behavioral health crises, including suicide risk assessments and interventions
• Collaborate with clinical, medical, and facility staff to ensure coordinated care
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in the EHR
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and treatment planning
• Provide clinical oversight to Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants
• Support staff training on behavioral health topics, including crisis intervention and suicide prevention
• Participate in an on-call rotation for psychiatric emergencies

 QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school
• Completion of an accredited Psychiatry Residency Program
• Board Certification in Psychiatry
• Active and unrestricted Michigan Medical License
• Curren DEA registration
• Child & Adolescent Psychiatry certification (preferred)
• Valid Driver's License and reliable transportation

Preferred:

• Child & Adolescent Psychiatry certification
• Experience working with adolescents in correctional, residential, or community mental health settings
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care and crisis intervention and suicide prevention 
• Familiarity with juvenile justice systems and suicide prevention protocols

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• Part-time schedule averaging 16 hrs. per week
• Flexible schedule based on program needs
• Participation in a 24/7 on-call rotation is required
• Opportunity to contribute to program development and quality improvement initiatives

Salary: $175.00 hourly

Employment Type: Part-Time

Work Hours: 16 hrs. a week

Classification: Exempt (salaried)

Benefits: NONE
 

Join Our Mission:

At SEMHA, we believe every young person deserves access to quality behavioral health care and the opportunity to build a healthier future. If you are passionate about serving vulnerable youth and making a lasting community impact, we encourage you to apply.

Application Deadline: July 23, 2026. 

Please contact SEMHA HR Department @ (313) 873-6500 if you need assistance to upload resume, cover letter, and/or make application online.