Psychiatry - Child/Adolescent Physician

Join the County of Los Angeles Department of Mental Health at Antelope Valley Kidz Connection in Palmdale, CA. This temporary role (up to one year) offers a 30-hour/week schedule, Tues Thurs (8a 6:30p) with a mix of in-person and telepsychiatry coverage. Provide psychiatric evaluations, medication management, crisis intervention, and collaborative care for children and adolescents in the child welfare system. Assignment Details: Locum Tenens Mental Health Psychiatrist County of Los Angeles Department of Mental Health Program: Antelope Valley Kidz Connection (AVKC) Location: Palmdale, CA (Open to Telemedicine Coverage) Temporary position up to one year Schedule: 30 hours per week Hours: Tuesday Thursday, 8:00am 6:30pm 50% of time in person (telepsychiatry also accepted) About the Program: Antelope Valley Kidz Connection (AVKC) provides comprehensive mental health services to infants, children, youth, families, and caregivers in or at risk of out-of-home placements referred by DCFS. Services include assessments, consultations, outpatient and field-based treatment, crisis intervention, individual and group therapy, and ongoing psychiatric care. Responsibilities: Conduct psychiatric evaluations, prescribe/monitor/renew medications, and ensure continuity of care Provide psychiatric services to children and adolescents in the child welfare system, including field visits when needed Participate in multi-disciplinary treatment teams and collaborate on client care issues Provide consultation to DCFS/DHS staff and attend Child & Family Team meetings Screen for health concerns and refer to physical health providers as appropriate Deliver crisis intervention and supportive counseling as necessary Preferred Qualifications: Proficiency with computer systems Strong verbal and written communication skills Effective time management and organizational abilities Ability to work independently with strong attention to detail Commitment to community-based care and collaboration with diverse populations

Created: 2026-03-04