Job Description

Psychologist / Psychiatrist / Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - New Orleans, LA (#R10164)

Location: New Orleans, Louisiana
Employment Type: Part-Time (30 hrs/week)
Hourly Rate: Regular: $65.11-148.56 per hour based on experience. On-call: hourly + $5.00 per hour  

About Greenlife Healthcare Staffing:

Greenlife Healthcare Staffing is a leading nationwide recruitment agency dedicated to connecting healthcare professionals with top-tier opportunities. We partner with hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, multi-specialty groups, and private practices to match talented individuals with roles that align with their skills and career goals.

Position Overview:

The Juvenile Justice Intervention Center (JJIC), operated by the City of New Orleans, is a secure detention facility for youth awaiting court proceedings or placement. JJIC provides trauma-informed, developmentally appropriate medical and behavioral health care to residents, many of whom present with complex needs. We are seeking dedicated healthcare and behavioral health professionals to join our on-site team, delivering high-quality care 24/7 in compliance with state, federal, and juvenile justice standards.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Compensation:  Regular: $65.11-148.56 per hour based on experience On-call: hourly + $5.00 per hour
• Work Schedule: Part-time (30 hrs/week)
• Impactful Work: Intervene during pivotal moments to redirect young lives

Qualifications:

• Education:
  • Psychologist: PhD/PsyD
  • Psychiatrist: MD/DO
  • Psychiatric NP: Master’s + PMHNP certification
• Licensure: Active Louisiana license in respective specialty
• Experience: Experience with adolescent mental health in detention or high-risk settings.
• Technical Skills: Skilled in evidence-based treatment approaches
• Soft Skills: Crisis de-escalation, interdisciplinary collaboration, cultural sensitivity

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct mental health assessments and risk evaluations.
• Manage psychotropic medication regimens.
• Provide crisis intervention and suicide risk assessments.
• Collaborate with medical staff, LCSWs, and school personnel.

How to Apply:  Help reshape futures for vulnerable youth. Submit your Resume/CV to hr@glhstaffing.com or call (800) 608-4025 to apply.

Greenlife Healthcare Staffing - Empowering Healthcare Professionals, Enriching Lives.

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