Greenlife Healthcare Staffing·California City, California
Deliver trauma-informed care to minors with developmental and behavioral challenges, including managing psychopharmacology for ASD. Perform court-ordered forensic evaluations for child welfare cases and collaborate with schools and juvenile justice systems.
Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist - Kern County, CA (#R10041) Must have board certification or board eligibility in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry. Greenlife Healthcare Staffing is seeking a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist to fill an opening in the KernBHRS department that provides specialty behavioral health services to Medi-Cal recipients and uninsured, located in Kern County, CA. Schedule of the Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist: Full-Time (FTE): Shift: 8-hour day, with afternoon slots prioritized for school collaboration.
10–12 medication appointments, 3–5 court-ordered evaluations weekly.
Part-Time (PTE):
Shift: 4–6 hours, typically 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. to align with school schedules.
The Child & Adolescent Psychiatrists deliver trauma-informed care to minors with developmental disorders, mood dysregulation, and school-related behavioral challenges. This role involves forensic evaluations for dependency cases and collaboration with Kern County schools and juvenile justice systems. Job Responsibilities of the Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist: Conduct ADHD diagnostic evaluations using Vanderbilt scales and implement school-based 504/IEP accommodations. Manage psychopharmacology for autism spectrum disorders (ASD), including FDA-approved medications for irritability (e.g., aripiprazole) while coordinating with ABA therapists. Perform court-ordered evaluations for child welfare cases, including assessments of parental competency and trauma-related dissociative symptoms. Supervise Child Psychiatry Fellows in crisis intervention techniques for suicidal ideation and self-harm behaviors. Greenlife Healthcare Staffing is a nationwide recruitment agency, matching both new grads and advanced practitioners to hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, multi-specialty groups, and private practices. Requirements of the Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist: Must have an active California Medical License American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN) certified Must be DEA Certified Benefits of the Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist: The salary for this position is $240/hr. Sick days Health insurance Matching 401k
Must possess an active California Medical License and be DEA certified. Board certification or eligibility in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry via the ABPN is required.
Market context
California continues to show steady demand for Child & Adolescent Psychiatrists, especially in settings serving school-age patients and families with complex behavioral health needs. These roles are competitive because employers typically look for an active California medical license, DEA certification, and ABPN board certification or eligibility, and candidates should review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time versus reading the full posting. Before applying, confirm your licensure and board status are current and align your experience with pediatric and adolescent care.
