Head Start Behavioral Health Coordinator

• Capital Area Head Start is seeking a full time Behavioral Health Coordinator to join our mission of making a difference in the lives of children, empowering parents, and strengthening families.
• As a Behavioral Health Coordinator, you will implement and coordinate social-emotional supports for children and families.
• This includes crisis intervention, emergency assistance, child abuse prevention, and case management.
• Services are provided throughout Dauphin, Cumberland, and Perry counties.
• Behavioral Health Coordinators work 10 months out of the year and enjoy summers off while earning a minimum of $25.26 per hour.
• Schedules are based according to the school year and include 1650 work hours.
• Additional benefits include a competitive benefits package comprised of medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401K, and more!
• Capital Area Head Start values professional growth and wellbeing.
• Our team benefits from extensive training and learning opportunities, career development and advancement, tuition reimbursement per eligibility guidelines, and health and wellness programs.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, or related field Significant experience/knowledge in behavioral health supports for pregnant mothers, children ages 0-5, working with at risk families, emergency assistance, crisis intervention, family advocacy and trauma informed practices Intermediate computer skills, ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel Outlook and learn web-based systems Valid driver’s license and access to properly insured vehicle, or public transportation Successful completion of pre-employment process, including Criminal History, MVR, Child Abuse and FBI clearances Passion, enthusiasm, creativity, and commitment to make a difference Experience in Head Start or Early Head Start is preferred Keystone Human Services prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Disclaimer

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Who We Are

Keystone Human Services works to create an environment where all people, regardless of ability, can grow, make choices and be valued and contributing members of the community. What we do: Keystone Human Services provides community-based services for children, adolescents, adults, and families in the areas of intellectual disabilities, autism, and mental health. In addition, we provide technical assistance to governments and other organizations to develop frameworks of support for people with disabilities. We also support educational efforts to promote community understanding and awareness of the value and importance of inclusion for all people in all aspects of society. We offer services and supports in Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Delaware, and New Jersey in the United States, as well as parts of Eastern Europe and India. Keystone Human Services works to make our website accessible. However, if you are unable to access the online application, please call 717-775-1356. If you are a current Keystone Human Services employee, please click this link to apply through your Workday account. Keystone Human Services works to make our website accessible. However, if you are unable to access the online application, please call 717-775-1356.