Entry Level Child Psychiatrist Jobs
New grad child psychiatrist jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong clinical rotations or internship work in child and adolescent mental health can matter more than a lengthy resume. Most openings are on-site roles concentrated in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Consulting & Professional Services, with employers like LifeStance Health, Justice Resource Institute, and Loma Linda University Health hiring at this level now.
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At LifeStance Health, we believe in a truly healthy society where mental and physical healthcare are unified to make lives better. Our mission is to help people lead healthier, more fulfilling lives by improving access to trusted, affordable, and personalized mental healthcare. Everywhere. Every day. It’s a lofty goal; we know. But we make it happen with the best team in behavioral health. Thank you for taking the time to explore a career with us. As the fastest growing behavioral health practice group in the country, now is the perfect time to join our clinical team! We are actively looking to hire talented Child Psychiatrists in the Cherry Hill, NJ area, who are passionate about patient care and committed to clinical excellence.
We offer Psychiatrists:
- Flexible work schedules
- Full-time and part-time available
- outpatient work. No nights, no hospital calls, no weekends
- Telemedicine and in-person flexibility. Generous ‘above market’ compensation with unlimited/uncapped earnings
- Sign-on bonus
- Full benefits package: health, dental, vision, life, 401k (with match), paid parental leave, holidays, EAP and more
- Additional compensation for collaboration with mid-levels (optional)
- Collegial work environment
- Newly designed and modern offices
- Full administrative support
- Latest in digital technology
- Strong work/life balance
- Sign-on Bonus
- Earnings in the range of $255,000 to $385,000 + annually. compensation model based on productivity
Child Psychiatrists are a critical part of our clinical team. We’re seeking Child Psychiatrists that are:
- Fully licensed in one or more US states, BE/BC, unencumbered DEA.
- Experienced in both medication management as well as therapy for child and adolescent populations
About LifeStance Health
LifeStance is a national provider of mental healthcare services focused on evidenced-based, medically driven treatment services for children, adolescents and adults suffering from a variety of mental health issues in an outpatient care setting, both in-person at its clinics nationwide and through its digital health telemedicine offering. The company employs psychiatrists, psychologists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, and licensed therapists throughout the US. LifeStance Health is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are fully committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all our employees.
Our values:
Belonging: We cultivate a space where everyone can show up as their authentic self.
Empathy: We seek out diverse perspectives and listen to learn without judgment.
Courage: We are all accountable for doing the right thing - even when it's hard - because we know it's worth it.
One Team: We realize our full potential when we work together towards our shared purpose.
If you elect to interact with us via our website, please only use www.lifestance.com or www.careers.lifestance.com. Additionally, our recruiters utilize email addresses with the @lifestance.com domain. Other websites and domains are not affiliated with LifeStance Health and may represent threats to your data security.
LifeStance Health complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our Human Resources Team at ADA@lifestance.com or by calling +1-800-308-0994.
Please note: This contact is intended solely for accommodation requests. Inquiries regarding applications, resumes and applicant status should not be sent to this email address as they will not be reviewed or responded to. To apply for a position, please use our official careers page.
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Who's Hiring
- LifeStance Health27

- Justice Resource Institute2

- Loma Linda University Health2

- The MetroHealth System (Cleveland, OH)2

- Behavioral Health Practice Services2

Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services44
- Education8
- Consulting & Professional Services5
Entry Level Child Psychiatrist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level child psychiatrist job?
Most entry level child psychiatrist roles expect a medical degree, completed psychiatry residency, and a child and adolescent psychiatry fellowship or equivalent supervised clinical hours. At this stage, hands-on experience treating younger populations, strong letters of recommendation, and board eligibility carry significant weight. Candidates who can demonstrate comfort with evidence-based therapies, crisis assessment, and collaboration with schools or families stand out in a competitive applicant pool.
Which companies hire entry level child psychiatrists?
Companies hiring entry level child psychiatrists right now include LifeStance Health, Justice Resource Institute, and Loma Linda University Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from community mental health centers, pediatric hospital systems, outpatient group practices, and integrated school-based health programs that are actively building clinical capacity.
Are there remote entry level child psychiatrist jobs?
Yes, though most entry level child psychiatrist openings are still on-site or hybrid given the clinical nature of the work. About 35% of entry level child psychiatrist openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with telepsychiatry roles most common in outpatient or consultative settings that serve rural or underserved communities.
Are these new grad child psychiatrist jobs?
Yes, the listings on this page include new grad, recent graduate, and junior child psychiatrist roles. A posting is generally new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of post-training experience, counts fellowship rotations or supervised internship hours toward the requirement, or explicitly states that new graduates are encouraged to apply. Look for language like 'new grads welcome' or 'will train.'
Which industries hire the most entry level child psychiatrists?
Entry Level child psychiatrist roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Consulting & Professional Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Those sectors drive hiring at this level because they carry the highest volume of pediatric and adolescent mental health caseloads and often use entry level positions to grow their clinical workforce from the ground up.