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The University of Miami Health System, "UHealth", Department of Pediatrics has an exciting opportunity for a Full-time Therapist to work in Miami.

The Therapist will provide Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) to children with various psychological, learning, developmental, and/or behavioral problems. PCIT is a live coaching model of treatment for children with disruptive behaviors and children at-risk for child maltreatment. In addition, therapist will be responsible for delivery of services in person- and via telehealth.

Provide Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) to children with various psychological, learning, developmental, and/or behavioral problems. PCIT is a live coaching model of treatment for children with disruptive behaviors and children at-risk for child maltreatment.

Scores program metric measures

Enters UM PCIT related data into appropriate databases/systems (e.g., REDCap, etc.)

Provides friendly, efficient, and professional telephone, email, and office contact with UM PCIT participants and community agency personnel

Prepares assessment and/or training packets containing appropriate measures/forms

Other duties as assigned by the UM PCIT Director and team leaders

Assist with manuscript preparation by contributing to literature reviews, writing assigned sections of manuscripts, and/or completing bibliographies

Some travel between sites will be required

Case management will consist of providing linkage community resources to families as needed.

Documentation will include writing timely intake reports, progress notes, treatment summaries, and other case related items.

Provide phone/email/on-site clinical and case-management consultations with families. 

Weekly program supervision and clinical supervision required.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum 1 year of relevant experience

English, Spanish or Creole, delivery of services in English and either Spanish or Creole language preferred but not required.​

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Certification in relevant specialty or field

Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.

Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with professional composure.

Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships.

Ability to understand and follow instructions.

Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is preferred (reading, writing, speaking)

Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience and/or certifications may be considered.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.

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