Florida Department of Children and Families
SENIOR BEHAVIORAL ANALYST - 60010510
Florida Department of Children and Families, Macclenny, Florida, United States, 32063
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Florida Department of Children and Families Requisition No: 863445 | Agency: Children and Families | Working Title: SENIOR BEHAVIORAL ANALYST - 60010510 | Pay Plan: Career Service | Position Number: 60010510 | Salary: $3,230.77 Bi-weekly | Posting Closing Date: 10/30/2025 Total Compensation Estimator Tool
(link removed to maintain plain text) The Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) is the state of Florida’s 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. Northeast Florida State Hospital (NEFSH) is a 613-bed, licensed mental health treatment facility that provides person-centered services to adults suffering from severe and persistent mental illness. The hospital, located in Macclenny, was established in 1959 and is the largest state operated civil treatment facility. TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION RESPONSES TO THE QUALIFYING QUESTIONS ARE REQUIRED AND MUST BE VERIFIABLE BASED ON YOUR SUBMITTED APPLICATION. This is a highly responsible and professional position serving as the Senior Behavioral Analyst within the Psychology unit. The ideal candidate will be a collaborative team player who works seamlessly across all sections within the program office. This role requires the use of independent judgment, a proactive approach to responsibilities, and exceptional attention to detail. If you are driven, organized, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
Provide psychological assessment and treatment services to an inpatient adult population at Northeast Florida State Hospital as a Florida licensed psychologist.
Conduct psychological assessments including routine hospital forms, violence risk assessments, suicide risk assessments, forensic evaluations, and psychological testing (e.g., memory, personality, intelligence); provide individual and group psychotherapy.
Assist the Director with administrative responsibilities, research, and special projects.
Conduct clinical interviews, chart reviews, behavioral observations, staff consultation, and related documentation for initial and annual psychological evaluations.
May complete forensic reports to the Court and internal forensic assessments; administer and interpret psychological instruments.
Attend Recovery Team meetings, participate in treatment plan formulation, and complete related documentation.
Facilitate assigned evidence-based specialty treatment group, provide group coverage for additional groups, and complete related documentation.
Provide individual mental health treatment to assigned residents, including psychotherapy and behavior plans.
Conduct clinical interviews and administer assessment tools; perform chart reviews, behavioral observations, and staff consultation for Suicide Risk Assessments and Violence Risk Assessments.
Serve on the Suicide Risk Assessment team to complete complex, high-profile Suicide Risk Assessments.
May act in absence of the supervisor and support the Director with various assignments and special projects.
Attend hospital meetings and trainings, including American Psychological Association accredited internship program meetings.
Perform other duties as directed by the Director of Psychology.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of the theories and principles of psychology.
Knowledge of psychological testing principles and practices.
Knowledge of methods of compiling, organizing, analyzing and interpreting data.
Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
Ability to develop policies, procedures and standards.
Ability to analyze and interpret psychological data.
Ability to provide consultation, advice and training to others.
Ability to formulate and implement goals and objectives.
Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Minimum Qualifications
Licensed Florida Psychologist.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with civil and forensic patients.
Experience in providing court testimony.
Experience in crisis management and research in mental health.
Certification in forensic psychology or related training.
Candidate Instructions
Candidate profile must be completed in its entirety with supervisor names and phone numbers for all periods of employment.
Account for and explain any gaps in employment; responses to pre-qualifying questions must be verifiable to meet the minimum qualifications.
Avoid using the statement “See Resume” to respond to qualifying questions or to enter work history.
If you experience problems applying online, contact the People First Service Center at (877) 562-7287.
Benefits
State of Florida benefits and total compensation package; for details visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.
Disclosures
US Citizenship requirement: Only US citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers will be hired.
Selective Service registration is required for male candidates born on or after Oct 1, 1962.
Retiree notice: Review how re-employment affects retirement benefits.
Background screening: State and national criminal history check required before employment; fingerprinting through FDLE/FBI may be included.
Equal Opportunity Employer; Veterans’ Preference applies as described by law.
The State of Florida is a Drug-Free workplace and requires reasonable suspicion drug testing where applicable.
For more information about Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements, please review the vacancy announcement.
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Join to apply for the
SENIOR BEHAVIORAL ANALYST - 60010510
role at
Florida Department of Children and Families Requisition No: 863445 | Agency: Children and Families | Working Title: SENIOR BEHAVIORAL ANALYST - 60010510 | Pay Plan: Career Service | Position Number: 60010510 | Salary: $3,230.77 Bi-weekly | Posting Closing Date: 10/30/2025 Total Compensation Estimator Tool
(link removed to maintain plain text) The Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) is the state of Florida’s 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. Northeast Florida State Hospital (NEFSH) is a 613-bed, licensed mental health treatment facility that provides person-centered services to adults suffering from severe and persistent mental illness. The hospital, located in Macclenny, was established in 1959 and is the largest state operated civil treatment facility. TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION RESPONSES TO THE QUALIFYING QUESTIONS ARE REQUIRED AND MUST BE VERIFIABLE BASED ON YOUR SUBMITTED APPLICATION. This is a highly responsible and professional position serving as the Senior Behavioral Analyst within the Psychology unit. The ideal candidate will be a collaborative team player who works seamlessly across all sections within the program office. This role requires the use of independent judgment, a proactive approach to responsibilities, and exceptional attention to detail. If you are driven, organized, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
Provide psychological assessment and treatment services to an inpatient adult population at Northeast Florida State Hospital as a Florida licensed psychologist.
Conduct psychological assessments including routine hospital forms, violence risk assessments, suicide risk assessments, forensic evaluations, and psychological testing (e.g., memory, personality, intelligence); provide individual and group psychotherapy.
Assist the Director with administrative responsibilities, research, and special projects.
Conduct clinical interviews, chart reviews, behavioral observations, staff consultation, and related documentation for initial and annual psychological evaluations.
May complete forensic reports to the Court and internal forensic assessments; administer and interpret psychological instruments.
Attend Recovery Team meetings, participate in treatment plan formulation, and complete related documentation.
Facilitate assigned evidence-based specialty treatment group, provide group coverage for additional groups, and complete related documentation.
Provide individual mental health treatment to assigned residents, including psychotherapy and behavior plans.
Conduct clinical interviews and administer assessment tools; perform chart reviews, behavioral observations, and staff consultation for Suicide Risk Assessments and Violence Risk Assessments.
Serve on the Suicide Risk Assessment team to complete complex, high-profile Suicide Risk Assessments.
May act in absence of the supervisor and support the Director with various assignments and special projects.
Attend hospital meetings and trainings, including American Psychological Association accredited internship program meetings.
Perform other duties as directed by the Director of Psychology.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of the theories and principles of psychology.
Knowledge of psychological testing principles and practices.
Knowledge of methods of compiling, organizing, analyzing and interpreting data.
Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
Ability to develop policies, procedures and standards.
Ability to analyze and interpret psychological data.
Ability to provide consultation, advice and training to others.
Ability to formulate and implement goals and objectives.
Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Minimum Qualifications
Licensed Florida Psychologist.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with civil and forensic patients.
Experience in providing court testimony.
Experience in crisis management and research in mental health.
Certification in forensic psychology or related training.
Candidate Instructions
Candidate profile must be completed in its entirety with supervisor names and phone numbers for all periods of employment.
Account for and explain any gaps in employment; responses to pre-qualifying questions must be verifiable to meet the minimum qualifications.
Avoid using the statement “See Resume” to respond to qualifying questions or to enter work history.
If you experience problems applying online, contact the People First Service Center at (877) 562-7287.
Benefits
State of Florida benefits and total compensation package; for details visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.
Disclosures
US Citizenship requirement: Only US citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers will be hired.
Selective Service registration is required for male candidates born on or after Oct 1, 1962.
Retiree notice: Review how re-employment affects retirement benefits.
Background screening: State and national criminal history check required before employment; fingerprinting through FDLE/FBI may be included.
Equal Opportunity Employer; Veterans’ Preference applies as described by law.
The State of Florida is a Drug-Free workplace and requires reasonable suspicion drug testing where applicable.
For more information about Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements, please review the vacancy announcement.
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