Detroit Wayne Mental Health Authority·Detroit, Michigan
Provide system-wide psychiatric triage, consultation, and clinical decision support for multiple crisis care centers. Perform real-time case reviews and risk assessments to support stabilization units and mobile crisis teams.
Psychiatrist – Virtual/Hybrid (Full-Time)
Under the guidance of the Medical Director of Crisis Services and the Chief Medical Officer, the Virtual/Hybrid Psychiatrist provides system-wide psychiatric triage, consultation, and clinical decision support for both the 7 Mile Crisis Care Center and the 707 Crisis Center. This role is primarily virtual but includes periodic onsite presence based on program needs.
The psychiatrist supports Crisis Stabilization Units (CSU), Crisis Residential Units (CRU), Behavioral Health Urgent Care (BHUC), and Mobile Crisis Teams by performing real-time case reviews, risk assessment, disposition recommendations, and tele-consults.
This position serves as a cross-site clinical resource, strengthening flow, improving access, and supporting onsite psychiatrists during periods of high volume or acuity.
Requires an MD or DO with a completed residency in Psychiatry and Board Certification (ABPN). Must hold a current Michigan medical license and have at least two years of experience in crisis or emergency psychiatry.
Market context
Behavioral health openings in Michigan often draw steady interest because employers need independently licensed clinicians who can provide consistent weekly availability. For this LMSW role, competition may center on licensure status, schedule flexibility, and readiness to meet a 25-session, 30-hour weekly commitment. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time versus reading the full posting, then confirm your Michigan licensure and availability before applying.