Psychiatrist
The Guidance Center·Southgate, Michigan
The Guidance Center·Southgate, Michigan
The Psychiatrist provides psychiatric services and treatment oversight for adult clients, including medication prescribing and case evaluations. Responsibilities also include supervising psychiatric residents and collaborating with staff on treatment goals and case dispositions.
Description As a recognized leader in our field, The Guidance Center provides a broad range of services that have helped children, adults and families unlock potential and build better lives since 1958.
With 25 programs we offer treatment, prevention, growth and education services to more than 14,200 people annually.
Together we: Nurture development.
Foster resilience.
Cultivate well-being.
We have an exciting opportunity for a full-time Psychiatrist to join our Psychiatric Services team of talented professionals.
We have a market-based compensation structure. The pay is just one component of total compensation including a comprehensive benefit package of affordable medical plans, employer paid dental, vision and long-term disability, 401(K) with employer contribution, flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent, paid time off, 11 paid holidays.
The psychiatrist is responsible for providing psychiatric services and treatment oversight for adult clients.
Services include review and discussion of individual cases with staff members and supervisors when requested, treatment of client, including prescribing of medication when indicated, evaluation of clients when requested by staff members and/or deemed necessary, supervision of residents in psychiatric residency program, participation in intake staffing and treatment review meeting to contribute to the team decision regarding case disposition, appropriate treatment modality, goals of treatment, such participation to include written evidence of disposition and endorsement for third party, evaluation of clients for hospital placement, development of in-service training programs and recommendation of topics; as well as completion of all documentation on a timely basis.
Regular working hours are Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Evenings and Saturdays may be required depending on departmental needs.
This position will require you to be on-site full-time
To qualify for this position, you will need the following: Must possess and retain in good standing a State of Michigan Physician License, Board of Pharmacy Controlled Substance License, and Controlled Substance Registration DEA. Must be Board eligible and/or Board certified in psychiatry. Additional requirements include: Cultural competency, ability to work effectively with a diverse population, the ability to engage and maintain therapeutic relationships with adults and families in a variety of modes of treatment, the ability to develop collaborative relationships with other unit staff and providers, effective communication skills, and a willingness to be flexible. Must obtain Qualified Mental Health Professional (and Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional) credential within 120 days of hire. Experience with computers and electronic health record is preferred. Electronic prescribing experience is also highly preferred. Experience or training in substance use disorder treatment, including medication assisted treatment, is preferred. The Guidance Center believes that our team members are our most valuable resources, and we invest in them accordingly. We offer our employees a competitive salary, flexible scheduling opportunities, a team-oriented work environment and much more! The Guidance Center is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a welcoming place for everyone.
Market context
Psychiatrist openings in Michigan typically reflect steady demand in behavioral health settings, where licensed physicians with psychiatry board eligibility or certification are needed to support patient care. These roles are competitive because employers often require a Michigan physician license, DEA registration, and quick completion of QMHP/QIDP credentials after hire. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your license and credential timeline before applying.
