PChild & Adolescent Psychiatry | Barbara Sinatra Children's Center | Program Development & Teaching

Help shape the future of pediatric mental healthcare in Southern California with a unique Child & Adolescent Psychiatry opportunity in the Palm Springs region. Join a growing behavioral health department committed to expanding access to specialized psychiatric services for children, adolescents, and families throughout the Coachella Valley. This opportunity offers the chance to do meaningful clinical work while contributing to the long-term development of a comprehensive child and family behavioral health program. Physicians will have the ability to influence care delivery, strengthen community partnerships, and help build services that address an increasingly important healthcare need. The organization is seeking a psychiatrist who values collaboration, clinical excellence, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact beyond individual patient encounters. Whether you're an experienced specialist or an early-career physician interested in program development, this position offers a rewarding foundation for professional growth.



Position, Compensation & Organization Highlights

Clinical Practice & Patient Care

• Child and adolescent-focused psychiatry position with an evolving clinical service line.
• Begin seeing patients immediately through the established Barbara Sinatra Children's Center, located within walking distance of the behavioral health clinic.
• Initial schedule anticipated to include approximately 50% child and adolescent services, with remaining time supporting other psychiatric needs and residency activities as the program develops.
• Long-term goal of transitioning toward a primarily or fully child and adolescent-focused practice over the next 1-2 years.
• Approximately 6-8 patients per day at the children's center, depending on clinical needs and visit types.
• Provide psychiatric evaluations, assessments, and medication management in collaboration with established therapists.
• Current clinical services include adolescents as young as 13, with plans to expand care to younger children following appropriate licensure.
• Opportunities to incorporate additional areas of interest, including maternal mental health, based on physician expertise and program needs.

Academic Medicine & Teaching Opportunities

• Join a newly established ACGME-accredited Psychiatry Residency Program that welcomed its inaugural class in July 2026.
• Four current psychiatry residents, with plans to welcome six new residents annually beginning in the next academic year.
• Participate in resident supervision, clinical education, and mentorship.
• Potential opportunities to work with medical students as the educational program expands.
• Help shape clinical training experiences and contribute to the development of future psychiatric specialists.

Organization & Program Development

• Established behavioral health department with 10 psychiatrists, including eight currently providing direct patient care.
• Existing subspecialty expertise includes geriatric psychiatry and transgender care.
• Opportunity to become the department's first fellowship-trained Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist.
• Strong organizational, Board, and donor support for behavioral health expansion.
• Plans to recruit additional child therapists and develop a more comprehensive multidisciplinary child and family treatment team.
• Established relationships with local high schools and school districts, including involvement in student wellness initiatives.
• Opportunities to strengthen school-based referrals and crisis outreach services for children and adolescents.
• Long-term expansion plans include additional behavioral health services and clinical locations throughout the Coachella Valley.
• Broader departmental initiatives include expanding intensive outpatient programs, partial hospitalization services, and specialty behavioral health care.

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation and benefits details available upon inquiry.

Live & Work in the Palm Springs Region - Southern California Desert Living

Imagine building your career in a destination where breathtaking mountain views, palm-lined streets, and a relaxed desert atmosphere make everyday life feel like a getaway. The Greater Palm Springs region offers physicians an exceptional combination of Southern California living and a welcoming community atmosphere. While historically known as a retirement destination, the Coachella Valley continues to attract younger professionals and families, creating increasingly vibrant year-round communities. From established neighborhoods to new residential developments, the area offers a variety of lifestyles for those looking to put down roots. Residents enjoy beautiful weather during the cooler months, with warm summers that make the region's pools, resorts, and indoor attractions especially appealing. Whether you're seeking outdoor adventures, cultural experiences, or a quieter pace of life, the Palm Springs region offers an inviting place to call home.



Community Highlights

• World-class golf courses, luxury resorts, and destination spas throughout Greater Palm Springs.
• Beautiful mountain scenery and access to scenic hiking, biking, and desert recreation.
• Sunnylands Center & Gardens, featuring a historic estate and approximately 70 species of native and desert-adapted plants.
• The Rancho Mirage Library and Observatory, offering educational programs, exhibits, and stargazing experiences.
• Exceptional restaurants, casual eateries, and a variety of international dining options throughout the Coachella Valley.
• Shopping, entertainment, and dining at The River, plus upscale boutiques and galleries along nearby El Paseo.
• Family-friendly attractions, including The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens and the Children's Discovery Museum of the Desert.
• Cotino, a Storyliving by Disney residential community introducing new housing and lifestyle amenities.
• A thriving arts and entertainment scene with live music, theater, cultural festivals, and seasonal events.
• Easy access to renowned regional events, including the Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival, Stagecoach, and the BNP Paribas Open.
• Pet-friendly neighborhoods, parks, outdoor spaces, and dining establishments.
• Convenient access to Palm Springs International Airport and destinations throughout Southern California.

Build a meaningful career helping expand child and adolescent psychiatric care while enjoying the sunshine, scenery, and resort-inspired lifestyle of the Palm Springs region.