Licensed Mental Health Cnslr - Dev Peds

Licensed Mental Health Cnslr

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

$65,000 to $72,000 annually depending on education and experience.

Master's 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.

• 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.

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 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.

The University of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to nondiscrimination with respect to race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, political opinions or affiliations, genetic information and veteran status in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training.