Psychologist- Developmental Peds

University of Florida•Jacksonville, FL

7d•$100,000 - $115,000

About The Position

Serves as a professional-level clinical team member in Developmental Pediatrics, providing evaluation, assessment, consultation, counseling, and support services to children and their families. Conducts, scores, and interprets evaluations and assessments; develops recommendations and strategies; and collaborates with the multidisciplinary team to implement and monitor individualized plans. Provides case coordination for children with special needs and their families, conducts school observations as appropriate, and maintains clinical and program documentation. Oversees and facilitates the Division’s counseling program, including coordination and development of counseling services, clinical activities, procedures, referrals, and service delivery. Provides counseling and consultation within the program’s scope, works with Division leadership and clinical staff to identify service needs, and helps monitor program activities and outcomes. Provides developmental recommendations, resources, and evidence-based strategies to families, educators, school districts, and other professionals. Develops and conducts trainings, support groups, workshops, and educational activities for families and professionals throughout the program’s catchment area, and develops related materials and resources. Supervises and mentors master’s-level university interns completing clinical and program-related experiences within the Division. Coordinates internship activities, monitors performance and progress, provides feedback and professional development support, and collaborates with university programs and faculty regarding internship requirements. Supports the philosophy and mission of the Neurodevelopmental Pediatrics programs and contributes to strategic planning, program development, quality improvement, and Division goals and objectives. Participates in meetings, special projects, and other program activities as assigned. This is a time-limited position. A background check and health assessment are required. Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume/CV, and contact information for three references. Work visa sponsorship is not available. Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States. Foreign degrees must be evaluated by a NACES-approved credentialing service.

Requirements

Doctorate in psychology from an accredited college or university, including one year of supervised internship experience in professional psychology.
Licensure as a psychologist by the State of Florida in accordance with Chapter 490, F.S.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with pediatric programs.
Knowledge of Autism Spectrum Disorder.

Responsibilities

Conduct, score, and interpret clinical evaluations and assessments for children and families.
Review assessment results and develop appropriate recommendations and strategies.
Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to develop, implement, and monitor individualized recommendations and plans.
Provide consultation and conduct school observations as appropriate.
Maintain required clinical and program documentation and records.
Oversee and facilitate the Division’s counseling program, including counseling services, clinical activities, procedures, referrals, and service delivery.
Provide counseling and consultation services within the scope of the program.
Collaborate with Division leadership and clinical staff to identify service needs, maintain program procedures, and monitor program activities and outcomes.
Provide case coordination and support to children with special needs and their families.
Provide developmental recommendations, resources, and evidence-based strategies to families, educators, school districts, and other professionals.
Coordinate with appropriate providers and community partners to support identified needs.
Supervise and mentor university interns; coordinate internship activities, monitor progress, provide feedback, and support professional development.
Collaborate with university programs and faculty regarding internship requirements and expectations.
Develop and conduct trainings, support groups, workshops, and educational activities for families and professionals.
Develop materials and resources to support community, family, and professional needs.
Contribute to strategic planning, program development, quality improvement activities, and achievement of Division goals and objectives.
Participate in meetings, special projects, and other program activities as assigned.