Child Psychiatrist | Independent Contractor

Job Title: Child Psychiatrist | Independent Contractor

Division/Program: Allocation - Administration Santa Clara

Starting Compensation: 200.00 - 240.00 USD Per Hour

Working Location: San Jose: North San Jose Center (In-person position)

Working Hours/Shift: Part-Time, 20 hours per week, 2.5 working days, 2 days in office

Why Join Our Team?

• Competitive Compensation: Offering a salary that matches your skills and experience.
• Generous Time Off: Enjoy ample vacation and holiday pay.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Additional voluntary benefits to support your lifestyle.
• Professional Growth Opportunities: On-the-job training with access to paid CEU opportunities.
• Career development programs designed to help you grow.
• Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT, ACSW, and APCC professionals (where applicable).
• Employee Recognition & Rewards: A culture that celebrates and rewards your hard work and dedication.

What you bring to SBHG (qualifications):

• Education:
  • Doctor of Medicine
  • Board Certified / Board Eligible Child-Adolescent Psychiatrist
• Experience:
  • Required: Clinical experience should be with children or adolescents in residential or community-based settings.
  • Preferred: Experience with County mental health, child welfare, and/or juvenile probation systems and services.
• License and Certification:
  • Current state medical license in good standing with the medical board.
  • Current DEA License
  • Current malpractice insurance
  • Valid California Driver's License and automobile insurance

How you will make a difference (job overview):

• Population Served: Adolescents served ranging from ages 12 years -18 years
• Facility & Setting: Administrative Office | Monday through Friday 8 am - 5 pm PST

Division/Program Overview:

• Population Served: Adolescents served ranging from ages 12 years -18 years
• Facility & Setting: Administrative Office | Monday through Friday 8 am - 5 pm PST

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Join an organization dedicated to improving lives and supporting those facing mental health and behavioral challenges.

At Stars Behavioral Health Group, we are seeking passionate professionals ready to make a lasting, positive impact on children, youth, families, and adults across California.

As a leading statewide provider, SBHG brings together over 2,000 professionals across 70+ specialized programs and 60+ locations, delivering compassionate care to more than 40,000 individuals each year.

We are committed to diversity as we believe exceptional care begins with a diverse team. SBHG is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive work environment that celebrates LGBTQ+, cultural, racial, and ethnic diversity across every level of our organization.