Current Job Opportunities
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August 10, 2017
The director is responsible for overall strategy and execution of education and advocacy with private sector payors: corporations, health plans, employers, employer organizations and other key healthcare purchasing stakeholders. The director leads the workplace mental health team in major projects, content development, materials development, public education campaigns and policy initiatives.
This role requires significant subject matter expertise in private sector healthcare purchasing strategy, employer-sponsored health care, mental health public policy on a range of topics including mental health and substance use disorder parity, integrated care and collaborative care, reimbursement policy and payment trends, health insurance market issues. Working knowledge of relevant federal laws (ERISA, ADA, MHPAEA, privacy laws and HR laws) concerning employment and health coverage a must.
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July 27, 2017
The Director of Financial Accounting position is responsible for the general accounting operations of the company, to include the production of periodic financial reports, maintenance of accounting records, and establishing a comprehensive set of controls designed to mitigate risk, enhance the accuracy of the company's reported financial results, and ensure that reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles. He/She will have management responsibility and perform other duties as the supervisor may deem necessary. This position requires someone who can multi-task, is flexible and organized, and enjoys working in a fast paced environment.
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July 27, 2017
The Membership Coordinator is responsible for management of all membership transactions and respective updates to member records in the Association Management System (AMS) (e.g., enrollments, reinstatements, district branch transfers, changes in member class, changes in membership status within the district branches assigned, the initial processing of resignation requests, dues relief requests, and for the intermediate processing of Fellow applications and Distinguished Fellow nominations). The Coordinator advises and consults with District Branch Executive Staff on appropriate and necessary courses of action for membership activities and transactions as well as overall operations based on APA policies and procedures. The Coordinator provides timely personalized attention to inquiries and requests for individual members. Information and assistance are provided to the Membership Committee, the Board of Trustees and others as needed.
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July 10, 2017
The Associate Director Practice Management and Systems Delivery Policy supports the Director of Practice Management and Systems Delivery Policy in the development and execution of successful psychiatric practice and system delivery policy strategies. The Associate Director will monitor and, as directed, act upon policy developments regarding access to care, private practice delivery, community-based delivery, ACO, and integrated/collaborative care, as well as work with relevant councils.
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July 6, 2017
The Senior Staff Writer writes news and feature articles and produces video and audio reports for Psychiatric News, APA's official newspaper, and its related electronic news vehicles. Subject areas may include but are not limited to scientific and clinical developments in psychiatry; issues that affect the practice of psychiatry and patients; and news in subareas of psychiatry and APA initiatives, such as legislative/legal news, disaster psychiatry, and military psychiatry. The incumbent must follow accepted journalistic practice and standards and plan art (photos, charts, etc.) to accompany articles and news briefs. Also required are excellent writing, analytic, and interpersonal skills; the ability to meet tight deadlines; and the ability to work successfully with Psychiatric News colleagues and within a membership association environment.
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June 29, 2017
The position provides program management for six American Psychiatric Association/American Psychiatric Association Foundation (APA/APAF) fellowship programs. This position assists the APAF Executive Director and APA Director of DDHE in managing the fellowships and related activities including All Fellows’ Orientation, APAF BOD reports, monthly conference calls, mid year and end of the year evaluations, special events at Annual and fall meetings. In addition, program manager will work with the six fellowship selection committee members. Oversees 12 awards and liaisons with respective selection committees.
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June 26, 2017
This position is responsible for the business operations and financial activities of American Psychiatric Association Publishing, a division of the American Psychiatric Association. Responsibilities include budgeting, reporting, and analysis. Position is charged with business and financial oversight of publishing, including customer service, distribution and inventory management, and accounts receivable. The director oversees operations and systems for circulation, online access, and book fulfillment, customer service, and shipping/warehousing. The director is responsible for the financial activities for all publishing departments and their coordination with other APA units.
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June 26, 2017
The Acquisitions Coordinator manages the flow of book manuscripts, proposals, and query letters submitted to APA Publishing and corresponds with authors, editors, and reviewers throughout the acquisition and publication of APA Publishing books; enters data and manages the All Books database while implementing the peer review process of proposals and manuscripts; supports the delivery of biannual royalties and statements to APA Publishing authors; requests and prepares royalty advances; acts as liaison to the APA Publishing Editorial Board, authors, editors, contributors, and staff; assists the Publisher; manages office functions; and performs miscellaneous administrative duties.
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June 22, 2017
As advised by the Chief of Government Relations and Director of Federal Relations, the Deputy Director of Federal Relations will work with the Director in the development and advancement of APA’s federal agenda, both legislative and regulatory, covering key advocacy priorities, including broader health care system reforms and mental health reform, physician reimbursement, physician workforce development, mental health parity, and medical research.
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May 18, 2017
Are you looking to make a difference in the lives of others through the Education and Justice Sectors? Do you like to create, develop, and deliver initiatives that have a direct impact on the community? Do you have experience in developing partnerships? If yes, the American Psychiatric Association (APA) Foundation seeks a Program Director–School and Justice Initiatives. The ideal candidate would be a self-starter and have extensive program management experience with national initiatives, as well as with the Justice programs in the mental health space. Experience also in education with middle and/or high school educational programs is a plus, along with curriculum design for programs to support school mental health.
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May 16, 2017
The APA is looking for a Salesforce and .NET Developer, to help enhance its new platform of engagement for our members, clients and donors. As Salesforce developer, you’ll work with the other developers and database administrators to support the organization in business process engineering, re-engineering & automation. As .NET developer, you’ll be part of the team supporting our future content mgmt. system (Kentico CMS) and maintain some of our legacy applications. You’ll be integral part of cross-functional teams, assisting with requirements and user stories, to then translate them into functional applications. If you enjoy working in a dynamic, fun team where every day you can learn something new; if you can work independently and you thrive in problem solving, this is the place to be!
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April 5, 2017
Do you have a passion for helping those experiencing mental illness and/or a substance use disorder? Are you a legislative or legal professional with state govt. relations experience and a positive results-oriented leader? The APA is looking for a talented and experienced state govt. relations professional to lead and implement APA legislative and policy goals throughout the country. Working with a superb team of regional directors, the Director will utilize his/her skills to work on behalf of our nation’s psychiatrists and advocate for the patients and families they interact with. The ideal candidate would have a graduate or law degree and significant experience in state govt. relations. If you have a passion for mental health issues and the ability to make a difference, we welcome you!
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