Licensed Human Services Practitioner

Licensed Human Services Practitioner (Finance)

Serves as an advocate for those affected with Movement Disorder, by assessing the psychological, physiological, and environmental needs of patients. Supports the psychological, emotional, medical and spiritual needs of individuals and families through direct interventions and referral to community-based supports. Reports and collaborates with Center Directors on a regular basis.

Each position assigned to this classification requires specific training at the Bachelor's degree or Master's degree level in Education, Special Education, Psychology, Social Work, or another relevant field. Bachelor’s degree candidates must have at least two years of applicable experience. The Master’s degree may substitute for the required experience. Specific certifications or licensures may be required or preferred for certain program areas.

• Provides support and assistance to the Center of Excellence patients and caregivers for disability/state funded programs, long‑term care, education and psychological support.
• Provides phone intakes and safety assessments and initiates referrals to agencies assuring safety of patients and families (e.g., DCF, attorneys, counselors, HDSA resources).
• Attends weekly clinic to provide individual/family psych‑social support, education and resources.
• Facilitates the Movement Disorder support group monthly and serves as a resource and mentor for service‑area support groups.
• Collaborates with the clinical coordinator and performs clinical research activities, i.e., data entry, assessments and assists the PI as needed.
• Designs, develops, coordinates, and conducts training and consultation for families, schools and community service agencies regarding specific needs/problems.
• Monitors, documents and evaluates the results of these activities.
• Provides consultation to individuals with disabilities/problems and their families.
• Provides on‑site and phone consultation related to behavior support.
• Provides consultation to other professionals and support personnel on specific disabilities/needs.
• Works collaboratively with school district staff, families and outside agency representatives to build capacity for using positive, effective approaches to behavioral intervention.
• Assists district personnel in designing and implementing training activities focused on positive behavior support.
• Develops written action plans to provide technical and problem‑solving assistance to clients.
• Develops and co‑facilitates support groups for families/caregivers; helps link them to local providers of care.
• Delivers in‑service training to educators, families and service providers, such as awareness presentations, topic‑focused workshops, and comprehensive community‑based training.
• presents awareness training and activities to the public, including developing and providing materials.
• Coaches, mentors, and provides consultation to youth/students, assessing individual strengths and weaknesses. Develops Individual Service Plan to track student progress and assist with post‑secondary choices.
• Works closely with school administrative staff in recommending solutions and determining appropriate disciplinary actions for students in a program.
• May draft and recommend to the supervisor new policies and procedures to improve program activities and results.
• May complete regular home visits to discuss child development, complete developmental activity and discuss unresolved issues. Provides intensive case management to entire family.
• Attends community meetings and events; makes presentations to community partners; serves on appropriate community committees.
• Other tasks as assigned.

This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process.

A request must be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. This job description does not constitute an employment contract.