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Psychiatrist / Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Taberg, NY 13471

Posted: 09/15/2026 Industry: Behavioral Health Job Number: 8186 Pay Rate: 125.00

Job Description

Psychiatrist / Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
OPWDD Psychiatric Services
Location: Monroe, Wayne, Livingston, and Ontario Counties, NY
Primary Sites: Rochester and Newark, NY
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-4:30 PM (up to 10 hours/week)
Contract Term: February 2027 through January 2032 (anticipated)
Employment Type: W2
Pay Rates: Psychiatrist - $220/h, Psych NP - $125/h.


Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Psychiatrist or Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (Psych NP) to provide psychiatric services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities receiving care through OPWDD Finger Lakes DDSOO Article 16 Clinics. The provider will deliver psychiatric evaluations, medication management, treatment planning, consultation services, and interdisciplinary support while ensuring compliance with OPWDD, Medicaid, Medicare, HIPAA, and New York State requirements.
Essential Responsibilities
  • Conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments and evaluations.
  • Diagnose mental health and behavioral health conditions.
  • Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
  • Provide medication management and electronic prescribing services.
  • Conduct psychiatric follow-up visits and ongoing monitoring.
  • Participate in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings.
  • Collaborate with families, caregivers, clinical staff, and community providers.
  • Complete psychiatric documentation in the OPWDD electronic health record.
  • Assist with prior authorizations, insurance exceptions, and inpatient admission reviews.
  • Provide crisis intervention and clinical consultation.
  • Deliver staff education and training as requested.
  • Maintain accurate service logs, billing records, and supporting documentation.
  • Comply with HIPAA, OPWDD policies, Justice Center requirements, and all applicable regulations.

Minimum Qualifications
Psychiatrist
  • Active New York State Physician License.
  • Completion of an accredited Psychiatry Residency Program.
  • Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry preferred.
  • Medicare and Medicaid enrollment.
  • Minimum one year of experience serving individuals with developmental disabilities.
  • Experience treating both pediatric and adult populations.
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
  • Active New York State Registered Nurse License.
  • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Certification.
  • New York State Psychiatry Certification.
  • Collaborative Practice Agreement if required by law.
  • Medicare and Medicaid enrollment.
  • Minimum one year of experience serving individuals with developmental disabilities.
  • Experience treating both pediatric and adult populations.
Preferred Qualifications
  • OPWDD experience strongly preferred.
  • Experience in Article 16 clinics.
  • Familiarity with developmental disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, dual diagnosis, and behavioral support models.
  • Experience with electronic health record documentation.
  • Strong interdisciplinary collaboration and communication skills.
Required Documents
  • Resume/CV
  • Professional License
  • Board Certification or Board Eligibility Documentation
  • Government-Issued Photo ID
  • Three Professional References
  • Proof of Medicare and Medicaid Enrollment


 

Meet Your Recruiter

Vivian Chow
Talent Acquisition Specialist

Fellow New Yorker based in Brooklyn, Vivian brings hands-on experience in full-cycle recruiting across healthcare and corporate roles. She holds a Master’s degree from NYU and is known for managing high-volume hiring, improving recruiting processes, and connecting great talent with the right opportunities.

About Us

For more than thirty years, Penda Aiken, Inc. has committed itself to serving New York State, solidifying our position as a leading talent acquisition firm in the Northeast. Our team of industry experts collaborates closely with top-tier companies and exceptional candidates, providing personalized guidance to ensure the best possible results for everyone involved.

Partnering with Penda Aiken Inc. means positioning yourself for success. We provide access to competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits such as healthcare and dental coverage, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off (PTO), all delivered with personalized attention.

Penda Aiken, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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