Licensed Mental Health Counselor-Dev Peds

Classification Title

Licensed Mental Health Counselor-Dev Peds

Classification Minimum Requirements: Masters or Doctoral degree or in social work, psychology, mental health counseling, or related field. All State of Florida requirements met for a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), with two years post-degree supervised experience. Job Description:

Provides case management services to individuals and families at the neurodevelopmental pediatric center. Provides comprehensive assessments of client’s problems that need to be addressed and identifies courses of action.

Develops and maintains relationships with staff and other agencies to provide care coordination with needed services and support through advocacy, referral and follow-up.

Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work, communicate, and collaborate effectively with families, co-workers, schools and community agencies. Apply sound principles of data-based decision making to all aspects of practice.

Demonstrate sensitivity and skills needed to work with families, children and staff from diverse cultures and backgrounds. Ability to attend and drive to satellite clinics, conferences, as required. Provide trainings and support groups to the community. Provide internal trainings to the staff.

Participate in multidisciplinary assessments and team integration meetings. Maintains confidentiality of records relating to clients.

Provides case management services to individuals and families providing care coordination of needed services.

Conducts comprehensive, strength-based and behavior focused assessments.

Utilizes research-based cognitive/behavioral strategies to facilitate behavior change. Creates and conducts trainings and support groups to families, staff, school personnel, therapists and professional organizations.

Reviews and interprets evaluation and assessment results provided and maintains appropriate records consistent with program requirements. Provides appropriate developmental outcomes and strategies for families and/or professionals working with assigned family.

Provides coaching as needed in order for the special needs child to meet outcomes. Consults with other team members and community providers to ensure continuity of care.

5% Attends yearly conferences, satellite clinics, community events, staff meetings and home and school observations as assigned.

Expected Salary

$66,500 - $75,000

Required Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctoral degree or in social work, psychology, mental health counseling, or related field.
• Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).
• Must have active licensure for the state of Florida

Preferred

Knowledge of policies and procedures related to the general Education and Exceptional Student Education Services and Eligibility requirements. Knowledge of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEIA).

Knowledge of test administration and interpretation. Knowledge of behavioral assessment procedures. Knowledge of general child development. Experience working with children who exhibit learning, behavior and emotional difficulties.

Special Instructions to Applicants

This is a time-limited position. Time limited positions are based on circumstances, such as funding sources, which control the length of time for which the position is available.

Background Check is Required.

To be considered you must upload your Cover Letter, Resume/CV, and names/contact information for 3 References.

University of Florida College of Medicine – Jacksonville: Visit this link to watch the video.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p. m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Work Visa sponsorship is not available for this position

Degrees earned from an education institution outside of the United States are required to be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at naces.org.

The University of Florida is a public institution and subject to all requirements under the Florida Sunshine and Public Records laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call (352) 392-2HRS or the Florida Relay System at (800) 955-8771 (TDD). Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law.

Health Assessment Required: Yes