Counselor- Developmental Peds

Professionals with one of the following credentials are qualified to provide psychosocial counseling:

• Social worker with a master’s degree or a Ph.D. in social work from a Certified Social Work Education-accredited school of social work.
• Registered nurse with advanced specialized counseling education and training as a clinical nurse specialist or certified psychiatric nurse.
• Professional licensed to provide clinical, counseling, and psychotherapy services by the Florida Department of Health, Division of Medical Quality Assurance.
• Counselor with a master’s degree in counseling.
• Psychologist with a master’s or Ph.D. in psychology.
• Master’s or doctoral level graduate student intern from an accredited school of social work or a psychology or counseling program, under the supervision of a licensed practitioner qualified to supervise such interns.
• Psychosocial counseling professionals working with the Healthy Start population should have counseling education, training, and experience in women’s issues, maternal and child health issues, and grief and loss issues. This includes experience in child development, family dynamics, family violence and substance abuse intervention, medical or health promotion orientation, mental health, and a prevention theory approach to intervention. Services can be provided by a designated clinic employee, a contracted counseling provider, or referral to a professional counseling agency/individual in the community.

Serves as a professional-level member of the multidisciplinary clinical team providing psychological, educational, assessment, and consultation services to children, adolescents, and their families. Conducts comprehensive cognitive, academic, developmental, behavioral, social-emotional, and related assessments using standardized instruments, clinical methods, and techniques appropriate to the individual needs of the child. Scores, analyzes, and interprets assessment data and integrates findings with information obtained from families, schools, clinical providers, and other relevant sources. Develops and conducts trainings, workshops, support groups, and educational activities for families,
professionals, and community partners throughout the program’s catchment area. Provides services at regional satellite clinic locations and other approved community-based sites as needed, requiring travel within the program’s designated service area. Maintains accurate and timely clinical, assessment, and program documentation in accordance with professional, University, and program/grant requirements. Demonstrates sensitivity and professional competence when working with children, families, colleagues, and community members from diverse backgrounds and supports the mission, goals, and objectives of the Division and its programs.

Psychological and Educational Assessment - Conducts comprehensive cognitive, academic, developmental, behavioral, social-emotional, and related assessments of children and adolescents using standardized instruments and appropriate assessment techniques. Scores, analyzes, and interprets assessment data and integrates findings from families, schools, clinical providers, and other relevant sources. Prepares appropriate documentation and maintains assessment records in accordance with professional and program requirements. 

Consultation, Recommendations, and Intervention Planning - Utilizes assessment results and data-based decision-making to develop individualized recommendations, interventions, accommodations, and strategies based on each child’s abilities, disabilities, strengths, and needs. Provides consultation and technical assistance to families, educators, school districts, and other professionals regarding educational, behavioral, developmental, and learning needs. 

Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration - Participates in multidisciplinary evaluations and case consultations. Collaborates with psychologists, developmental pediatricians, speech-language pathologists, clinicians, educators, and other professionals to integrate assessment findings and develop comprehensive recommendations to support children and families.

Training, Support Groups, and Community Services -Develops and conducts trainings, workshops, support groups, and educational activities for families, professionals, school personnel, and community partners throughout the program’s catchment area. Participates in community events. Provides internal trainings and professional consultation to Division staff in areas related to school psychology, assessment, intervention, educational supports, and other areas of expertise. Provides services at regional satellite clinic locations and other approved community sites as needed.

Program Support and Professional Responsibilities - Maintains accurate and timely clinical and program documentation and participates in meetings, quality improvement activities, and other program initiatives. Demonstrates professional and culturally responsive practices when working with children, families, colleagues, and community partners and supports the mission, goals, and objectives of the Division and its programs. 

$70,000-$75,000

Must have active School Psychologist certificate.

3 to 5 years as a certified School Psychologist. 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 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 http://www.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.