About this opportunity
Wexford Health Sources, Inc. lists this Statewide Psychiatric Director opportunity in los lunas, New Mexico. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
POSITION: Statewide Psychiatric Director
SCHEDULE: Full-time Monday – Friday
FACILITY: Statewide New Mexico
LOCATION: Albuquerque, NM
Are you ready to take on a leadership role where your psychiatric expertise shapes statewide standards of care and your vision strengthens behavioral health delivery across an entire system ?
Wexford Health Sources, Inc. is one of the nation’s largest correctional healthcare providers, delivering psychiatric and behavioral health services to justice‑involved individuals for over 30 years. Many of our patients are receiving structured, professional mental health treatment for the first time —and it starts with you.
Position Summary
As the Statewide Psychiatric Director, you will oversee psychiatric and behavioral health services across all New Mexico Corrections Department facilities. Serving as a key member of the multi‑disciplinary leadership team, you will ensure timely, effective, and cost‑efficient care is delivered. Your responsibilities will include:
Directing and evaluating psychiatric services, intakes, assessments, treatment, and medication monitoring statewide
Providing leadership and supervision to Psychiatrists, Psychiatric NPs/PAs, and behavioral health staff
Developing, implementing, and monitoring behavioral health policies, standards of care, and clinical practices in line with NCCHC and ACA standards
Overseeing orientation, mentorship, and continuing education for behavioral health staff and students
Ensuring appropriate utilization of psychotropic medications and monitoring treatment outcomes
Participating in decision‑making committees and collaborating with medical, nursing, and security leaders
Conducting site visits, audits, and record reviews to ensure compliance and quality improvement
Developing and maintaining a 24‑hour behavioral health consultation system for crisis intervention
Providing leadership in corrective action planning, CQI activities, and staff development initiatives
Representing Wexford Health at state and national meetings related to psychiatric and correctional healthcare
You’ll do more than manage programs.
You’ll elevate psychiatric care, mentor providers, and ensure patients across New Mexico receive treatment that restores stability and dignity.
Why Work with Wexford Health?
Performance check‑ins with annual merit increase
Generous paid‑time‑off program that combines vacation and sick leave
Paid holidays
Comprehensive health insurance through Blue Cross/Blue Shield
Dental and Vision insurance
401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
Company‑paid short‑term disability and life insurance
Non‑taxed Healthcare and dependent care spending account
Continuing education options
Free CEUs
Pet Insurance
Flexible pay options including Wisley Card and PayPal
Discounted Tuition at University of North Alabama, Chamberlain University, Salem University, and Southern New Hampshire University
Partnership discounts on student loan refinancing, home/auto insurance, travel, electronics, entertainment, restaurants, health and wellness, and more!
What You’ll Need
Medical Degree with completion of psychiatry residency
Board Certification–American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (required)
Current New Mexico Medical license, Controlled Substance license, and DEA registration
5 years' experience in institutional or correctional healthcare (preferred)
Current CPR certification
Strong leadership, communication, and conflict‑resolution skills
Ability to mentor providers, manage multiple priorities, and thrive in a high‑demand environment
Commitment to patient‑centered psychiatric care and Wexford Health's mission of service
Equal Opportunity Employer
We celebrate diversity and welcome all qualified candidates.
Your leadership matters here. Your visionchanges lives. Apply today and become the Statewide Psychiatric Director your community needs.
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Worksite address
los lunas, NM, 87031, US
Who can apply
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