Licensed Mental Health Counselor or Licensed Social Worker

Jessie Trice Community Health System is seeking a LMHC or LCSW that is responsible for providing all services as mandated under the School Health Program.

Candidate will follow the guidance of Miami-Dade County Public School (M-DCPS) for Clinician, Children’s Trust Guidelines and include behavioral health screening, assessment, and counseling services for students at risk for developmental and behavioral issues.

Assists with screening for Exceptional Student Education (ESE) and attend staffing meetings for students being considered for the ESE programs. Performs assessments such as psychosocial/developmental history, adaptive behavioral measurements, and classroom observation.

Prepares individualized assessments and incorporate parents’, students’, and teachers’ perspectives and performance objectives into final assessments. Provides individual, group and family counseling to address targeted problems interfering with students’ functioning and well-being.

Identifies obstacles to success while building on strengths and resiliencies. Offers the opportunity to explore different ways of understanding and perceiving the environment and facilitate effective way of coping

Details of Education and Special Skills Required

Master’s Degree in any social science field from an accredited learning institution.

Clear & Current Florida License (LCSW or LMHC)

Minimum one year pediatric /adolescent experience.

Must be able to be Credentialed as Provider for Medicare/Medicaid and other insurances. Deemed competent by agency training.

Great interpersonal and communication skills.

Excellent computer skills especially with Electronic Health Records (EHR).

Special Requirements

Current BLS & First Aid Certification