social services agency.
The agency oversees services for child safety, fostering, adoption, domestic violence, adult protective services, refugees, homelessness, mental health, substance abuse, childcare providers, human trafficking and public assistance.
The agency’s mission is to work in partnership with local communities to protect the vulnerable, promote strong and economically self-sufficient families, and advance personal and family recovery and resiliency. Within DCF, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health (SAMH) Program office is recognized as the single state authority for substance abuse and mental health services. The Office of SAMH is statutorily responsible for the
planning, evaluation, and implementation of a comprehensive statewide system of care for the prevention, treatment, and recovery of children and adults with serious mental illnesses or substance use disorders.
TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION RESPONSES TO THE QUALIFYING QUESTIONS ARE REQUIRED AND MUST BE VERIFIABLE BASED ON YOUR SUBMITTED APPLICATION. THIS IS NOT A TELEWORK POSITION. CANDIDATE WILL BE REQUIRED TO WORK IN THE TALLAHASSEE OFFICE. This is a highly responsible and professional position that will serve as a Clinical Evaluator (Psychologist) within the Office of Recovery unit in the office of Substance Abuse and Mental Health. This position will collaborate with each section
within the program office and be required to use independent judgement, take initiative in carrying out duties and responsibilities and should be extraordinarily detail oriented.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities include: Develop evaluation plans and oversee evaluation projects to address Florida’s substance abuse issues and needs. Collaborate with management and staff to understand their needs. Analyze data to identify problem areas. Develop plans to implement targeted solutions. Keep abreast of changes in the industry to best serve the people of Florida. Engage in brainstorm strategies for growth, positive change, and continuous improvement. Consult with medical personnel, both Departmental employees and contract partners, in developing a program to treat various addiction disorders and thereby ensuring an acceptable level of patient health, wellbeing and recovery.
Interact with a variety of professional, governmental, and regulatory contacts both as a representative of the SAMH and as a member of professional organizations. Represent the Department in meetings and conferences as clinical liaison, both inside and outside the Department, and building strategic alliances outside of the organization to foster an environment of innovative service delivery.
Provide status updates to SAMH leadership. Frequent contact will be made with the SAMH Leadership to provide direction and any updates to changes. Conduct special projects, as assigned. Perform other related duties and is on-call during office closures, evenings, and weekends, as needed. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required for the position: Knowledge of community mental health and substance use programs, services, and practices as well as practical experience in the evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of a wide range of medical and substance related illnesses in the context of psychiatric illnesses.
Knowledge of the theories and principles of clinical psychology. Knowledge of accepted therapy techniques. Knowledge of psychological testing principles and practices. Knowledge of research designs and methodologies. Ability to administer and interpret psychological tests. Ability to interview patients to obtain information. Ability to evaluate, diagnose and treat patients. Ability to conduct group and individual therapy sessions. Ability to develop experimental designs for research studies. Ability to analyze and interpret psychological data. Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Minimum Qualifications: A doctorate from an accredited college or university in psychology and must include one year of supervised internship experience in professional psychology. Licensed Florida Psychologist. Preference will be given to applicants who have: Board certified/board eligible in Addiction Medicine through ABAM/ASAM. Candidates who specialize in addiction medication. Benefits of Working for the State of Florida: Health insurance Life insurance; $25,000 policy is free plus option to purchase additional life insurance Dental, vision and supplemental insurance Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please click ); Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year; Flexible Spending Accounts; Opportunities for career advancement Tuition waiver for public college courses For a more complete list of benefits, visit www.
mybenefits.. DCF EMPLOYMENT DISCLOSURES US CITIZEN REQUIREMENT Only US citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers will be hired. SELECTIVE SERVICE SYSTEM REGISTRATION All selected male candidates born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion into an authorized position unless they are registered with the Selective Service System (SSS).
Verification of Selective Service registration will be conducted prior to hire. For more information, please visit the SSS website: http: //www. sss. gov. RETIREE NOTICE If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be suspended or voided, and you required to repay all benefits received depending upon the date of your retirement.
BACKGROUND SCREENING It is the policy of the Florida Department of Children and Families that any applicant being considered for employment must successfully complete a State and National criminal history check as a condition of employment before beginning employment, and, if applicable, also be screened in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 435, F. S. and Chapter 408, F. S. No applicant may begin employment until the background screening results are received, reviewed for any disqualifying offenses, and approved by the Agency.
Background screening shall include, but not be limited to, fingerprinting for State and Federal criminal records checks through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and may include local criminal history checks through local law enforcement agencies. #SAMH The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. 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 -xyz X).
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.
Our Organization and Mission: The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is the state’s lead agency for environmental management and stewardship – protecting our air, water and land.
The vision of the DEP is to create strong community partnerships, safeguard Florida’s natural resources and enhance its ecosystem.
The Work You Will Do: OPS Government Operations Consultant II (Interpretive Specialist – Project Management) (37934026) The Florida Department of Environmental Protection is seeking a well-organized individual with the ability to effectively work well with others as a project manager for interpretive training and projects to serve the needs of the Division
of Recreation and Parks (Florida State Parks). Florida State Parks span the entire state with 175 state parks and trails. This position is part of the team charged with connecting visitors to the park resources.
The Difference You Will Make: The Division of Recreation and Parks is responsible for the promotion of the state park system for the use, enjoyment, and benefit of the people of Florida and its visitors and to contribute to the tourist appeal of Florida. Division employees support the state park system by administering programs that provide resource-based recreation while preserving, interpreting, and restoring natural and cultural resources. State park employees work as a team
to ensure that all the people of Florida and its visitors can experience the Real Florida.
SM How You Will Grow: DEP encourages its leaders to constantly innovate and seek efficiencies. We believe in supporting and encouraging you as you take on important and often complex projects while offering you the opportunity to gain valuable experience quickly. Where You Will Work: Bureau of Operational Services – Interpretive Services Marjorie and Archie Carr Building 3800 Commonwealth Blvd. Tallahassee, FL 32399 Tallahassee, Florida’s Capital City, lined with rolling hills, oak trees, and canopied roads combines old world charm with a modern pace of life. Home to two major universities as well as state government, Tallahassee is a mid-sized city in the heart of Florida’s Big Bend.
Tallahassee is a highly desirable location for both those seeking their first job or those ready to enter the next exciting chapter in their career. The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida: Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s benefits package for eligible OPS employees includes: Participation in state group insurance (must meet eligibility requirements). For more details consult with People First at 877-562-xyz X or go to: www. mybenefits.
/health/eligibility_and_enrollment/ops_employees Participation in the Florida Deferred Compensation Plan (457b). For additional details and online enrollment visit State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (tax deferred Retirement Savings Plan). (For more information, please click Social Security Alternative Plan () and read OPS Social Security Alternative Plan. For a more benefits information, visit www. mybenefits.. Pay: $18.00 - $24.00 per hour (commensurate with experience) Your Specific Responsibilities: Provides 40 hours per week support to the Interpretive Services section of the Bureau of Operational Services, specifically through the coordination and management of interpretive resources and programs.
Plan, implement and monitor project workflows to ensure the effective coordination of theme-driven, inclusive and delightful nonpersonal interpretive projects including signs, exhibits, and publications that enhance the park visitor experience. This includes setting expectations, providing clear guidelines and monitoring project timelines. Design, develop, review and maintain an inventory of resources for successful nonpersonal interpretive program outlines. Develop, manage and train on interpretive tools and resources for field staff.
Work with parks, districts, bureaus, departments, state agencies, external partners and stakeholders to take interpretive projects from concept to final product. This includes research, scoping, interpretive media development and production, distribution and evaluation. Coordinate content, data analysis and accessible solutions that provide opportunities for diverse visitors to learn about, engage with and enjoy Florida State Parks. Evaluate projects and division needs to improve engagement and meet objectives. Develop materials and execute presentations to guide interpretive processes and support staff and partner development.
Perform routine statewide travel for division meetings, trainings, on site planning and partner engagement. Support workload of program area and other bureaus and perform other duties as assigned. Success in this position requires a dynamic individual capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously, easily adapting to change, and possessing a true spirit of service. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of: Effective verbal and written communication Successful interpretive writing and media projects Appropriate media and technology in interpretation Applicable accessibility and inclusion laws, regulations, standards and guidelines Current fiscal procedures Skilled in: Project management Time management Multi-tasking Organization Data analysis Interpretive media (publications, exhibits, signs, waysides, digital media) Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Teams, Power Point, Share Point) Ability to: Utilize problem solving techniques and apply critical thinking skills Establish and maintain effective working relationships Plan, organize and coordinate work assignments Delegate across chains of command Apply creativity to the development and management of new projects Collect, organize, evaluate and analyze data Manage programs and deliver results based on projects goals Apply time management best practices Use Clear Point Understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures Lift up to 50 pounds Minimum Qualifications: Maintain a valid driver license Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Personal experience with developing themed interpretive materials for target audiences Personal experience with interpreting Florida’s natural and cultural resources successfully Ability to manage state procurement contracts Ability to anticipate and adjust work to maintain timelines Produce effective results for assigned projects DEP is committed to successfully recruiting and onboarding talented and skilled individuals into its workforce.
We recognize the extensive training, experience, and transferrable skills that veterans and individuals with disabilities bring to the workforce. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to contact our recruiter for guidance and answers to questions through the following email addresses: For questions concerning this position, please contact: Heather Shuke-Nelson, Program Manager The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
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 -xyz X). 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.
