SENIOR BEHAVIORAL ANALYST - 80081459

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• A doctoral degree or master’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in psychology, counseling or clinical social work is required. Must be licensed as a psychologist under Chapter 490, F.S., or be licensed as a mental health counselor, clinical social worker or marriage and family therapist under Chapter 491, F.S., is required. At least two years of clinical experience in delivery of mental health and substance abuse services preferably associated with youth correctional facilities. This position requires traveling across the state to provide oversight, training and technical assistance in DJJ facilities and programs, as needed. Also prefer experience in trauma informed care, gender specific services and behavioral therapy within juvenile justice settings, as well as substance abuse therapy and treatment. SPECIAL NOTES All prospective candidates will be subject to a sex offender check, criminal background checks (state, local, and national) and pre-employment drug screening for direct care positions. DJJ participates in E-Verify (Employment Eligibility). A valid driver’s license is required. If initially hired with an out-of-state license, the Florida resident must obtain a valid Florida state driver’s license within 30 days of hire. Licenses suspended or revoked for any reason, work permits (Business purpose/Employment/education only licenses) and some types of restricted licenses are not acceptable. Licenses that have Corrective Lenses Restriction are acceptable, provided the driver wears corrective lenses while operating the vehicle. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act. VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.