Behavioral Health Navigator (TEMP)

Unleash YOUR Potential With Us

As a next-generation public research institute and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are an inclusive community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to shape the future and solve the world's most challenging problems. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you'll play an integral role in pushing us forward to become among the most impactful universities in the country. You'll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with uniquely talented faculty, staff, and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses and regional locations. That means greater challenges to tackle, more meaningful opportunities to grow, and rewarding experiences that go beyond a paycheck. We're seeking qualified, motivated individuals who will help UCF fulfill its mission in unleashing the potential of every individual, enriching the human experience through inclusion, discovery, and innovation; and propelling broad-based prosperity for the many communities we serve.

UCF RESTORES:

UCF RESTORES is a nonprofit clinical research center and treatment clinic established to change the way posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and other trauma-related concerns are understood, diagnosed and treated. UCF RESTORES' first-of-its-kind approach to treatment – including a highly successful intensive outpatient program – combines evidence-based individual exposure therapy, virtual reality technology, and group treatment sessions to help those suffering in the wake of trauma.

The Opportunity

UCF RESTORES is looking to fill two Behavioral Health Navigator positions. The Behavioral Health Navigator will respond to requests that come to the UCF RESTORES regional behavioral health support center for assistance with finding appropriate resources for the behavioral health needs of first responders. This may include requests from first responders or their families as well as requests from peer support specialists. The Behavioral Health Specialist will also assist in the training of first responders and their families in peer support services and in building behavioral health access plans.

UCF is seeking to fill multiple roles. Candidates for this job posting will be considered for additional vacancies in this department.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the point of contact for clinical referrals/clinical intervention/clinical decision-making for first responders in need of behavioral health services.
• Provide appropriate behavioral health referrals to anyone requesting such services including first responders, first responder family members, community agencies, or the public.
• Establish collaborative relationships with behavioral health agencies and state-managing entities in Florida to establish a continuum of care.
• Assist in the training workshops for first responders and their families in the area of peer support and suicide prevention/post vention.
• Assist in the development of strategic planning to set up model behavioral access plans for first responders.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's degree in psychological field (psychology, social work, mental health counseling).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Licensed as a Clinical Social Worker or Mental Health Counselor by the State of Florida.
• Experience with providing mental health services for first responders.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Capable of using Microsoft Word and Excel, web-based conferencing systems.
• Able to drive throughout Florida.

Are Benefits Important to You?

State Benefits eligibility for OPS employees are subject to criteria established by the State of Florida. The state's benefits administrator, People First, determines eligibility and coordinates enrollment. If this position becomes eligible for state benefits the employee will be notified directly by People First. OPS positions are not entitled to paid time off.

Who Are We?

Founded in 1963 to fuel the region's talent pipeline and support the growing U.S. space program, UCF is built to make a better future for our students and society. It's one of the reasons U.S. News & World Report ranks UCF among the nation's top 20 most innovative colleges, while Forbes, Kiplinger, and The Princeton Review rank us a best-value university. UCF is one of 14 universities nationwide designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and a Research 1 university. With 13 colleges, including a fully accredited College of Medicine, UCF offers more than 220-degree programs between its main campus, downtown campus, hospitality campus, academic health sciences campus, and 11 UCF Connect centers located throughout the region. In addition, UCF extends its reach to communities in and beyond Central Florida by offering complete, online programs leading to bachelor's degrees, master's degrees, Ph.D.'s., certificates, and more.

Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF's expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.

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Benefits Eligibility

State Benefits eligibility for OPS employees are subject to criteria established by the State of Florida. The state's benefits administrator, People First, determines eligibility and coordinates enrollment. If this position becomes eligible for state benefits the employee will be notified directly by People First. OPS positions are not entitled to paid time off.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

As an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, UCF encourages all qualified applicants to apply, including women, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of traditionally underrepresented populations. UCF's Equal Opportunity Statement can be viewed at http://www.oie.ucf.edu/documents/PresidentsStatement.pdf.

As a Florida public university, UCF makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.

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