Psychologist - UF Multidisciplinary Diagnostic and Training Program; MDTP

Job No: 538065

Work Type: Full Time

Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

Categories: Social/Behavioral Science, Counseling/Community Outreach/Social Work, Health Care Administration/Support

Department:  - MD-PEDS-NEUROLOGY

The Department of Pediatrics, Neurology Division, is currently accepting applications for a Psychologist. This Full‑Time Psychologist position is staffed in our Multidisciplinary Diagnostic & Training Program (MDTP). This is a full‑time (FTE 1.0), 12‑month psychologist position at the FDLRS UF Multidisciplinary Diagnostic and Training Program.

• Administer a broad range of standardized cognitive, oral language (including phonological awareness), and academic achievement measures and parent and teacher questionnaires to evaluate student cognitive, academic, and socio‑emotional functioning, interpret results, and identify evidence‑based interventions to address needs; review data to assess response to interventions within an MTSS framework.
• Formulate written consultation and evaluation/assessment reports including summaries of students’ educational histories, prior evaluation findings, response to intervention data, and pertinent evidence‑based recommendations; plan and prepare effective intervention strategies for parents and teachers; coordinate, plan, and participate in case conferences with parents and educators to develop action plans; conduct comprehensive progress monitoring assessments and student observations in classroom settings.
• Provide consultation services to parents, teachers, administrators, and other school staff to facilitate educational engagement, learning, skill development, and readiness for post‑secondary transition of K‑12 students with complex needs; coordinate and conduct in‑service and pre‑service training for educators, related professionals, and parents; develop and participate in staff development programs.
• Serve as liaison between MDTP, schools, and other agencies; collaborate with students, parents, colleagues, community agencies and staff; collect and analyze data, maintain program activity databases, and compile reports related to program activities; interpret regulations and recommend new and improved programs within MDTP; disseminate relevant information from the Florida Department of Education on policies, programs, and procedures; prepare reports and maintain records in a timely manner.

$92,500 – $102,500; commensurate with experience.

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 pursuant to Chapter 490, F.S.

• Doctorate in Psychology from an accredited institution
• Valid license and certificates in an identified area of specialty from the State of Florida
• At least three (3) years of experience
• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive within the north‑central Florida service region
• Strong knowledge and experience with a broad range of standardized psychological, language, academic, executive and autism assessment measures and evidence‑based interventions for K‑12 neurocognitive, neurodevelopmental, and related difficulties impacting school functioning and academic progress
• Strong working knowledge of Florida’s Multi‑Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) and proficiency in analyzing, accurately interpreting, and reporting student data
• Ability to effectively deliver evidence‑based consultation and instructional support to teachers, parents, principals, and district staff for struggling K‑12th grade students with dyslexia and other special education needs
• Proficiency in communicating evaluation findings in written and oral formats to assist students, parents, and school personnel in identifying effective approaches for communication, learning, and behavior problems affecting academic progress
• Ability to work with diverse groups, collaborate effectively, flexibly problem‑solve, and facilitate conflict resolution
• Strong knowledge of current exceptional student education (ESE) policies, procedures, and pertinent state…