Mental Health Specialist (Early Childhood Education Program)

Job DetailsJob Location

• Sylvan
• Hills -
• Atlanta,
• Ga 30310purpose
• OF
• POSITION: The Early Childhood Mental Health Specialist is responsible for carrying out the goals of the Early Childhood Mental Health Program.
• SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Mental Health Project Manager, the Early Childhood Mental Health Specialist assists in the development and implementation of Early Childhood Mental Health Program.
• Essential
• DUTIES
• AND
• RESPONSIBILITIES (include but are not limited to): Behavior Standard 50% of Position *Maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner so that you get along with customers, clients, co-workers, and management Attendance Standard
• Maintains excellent punctuality and attendance
• Fundamental: Day to Day
• Ensures the timely completion of screenings, referrals, evaluations and treatment of children related to the Early Childhood Mental Health Program.
• Implements a planning system that provides strategies to meet the social/ emotional needs of children in the Easter Seals Early Education and Care Program
• Assists in the development of and implements a planning system as it relates to mental health and wellness for families in the Early Education and Care Program
• Provides training and technical assistance to preschool teachers on classroom management and effectively handling behavioral issues including development of behavior support plans
• Provides small groups for preschool-aged children who need support in the area of social/emotional development
• Helps parents to better understand mental health issues
• Provides and coordinates parenting groups for parents of children in need of enhanced social/emotional development
• Discusses how to strengthen nurturing, supportive environments and relationships in the home and at the program level.
• Enhances awareness and understanding of mental wellness and the contribution that mental health information and services can make to the wellness of all children and families.
• Provides on-site consultation to Center Managers, Family Support Advocates, parents, and teaching staff as it relates to the identification, treatment and inclusion of children with social/emotional needs.
• Participates in IEP, regular staffing, and other meetings as needed.
• Collaborates with LEAS, private psychologists, and other child and adolescent community mental health providers
• Maintains a record keeping/reporting system for the delivery and monitoring of services for children served by the Mental Health Program.
• Completes and submits monthly report to Mental Health Project Manager.
• Participates in monthly Mental Health team meetings to ensure progress toward content area goals
• Participates on organizational monitoring team as needed.
• Participates in all mandatory Easter Seals trainings to include pre-service, in-service and other educational programs and trainings.
• OTHER
• DUTIES: Performs other duties assigned by management. *Note:
• Candidates must have one of the following credentials to qualify: LPC, LAPC, LMFT, or LMSW. *Clinical license or in process of obtaining clinical licenses within one year of employment required. QualificationsMINIMUM
• Qualifications -
• Early
• Childhood
• Mental
• Health
• Specialist: *Note: LPC,LAPC, LMFT, or LMSW credential required Education & Training
• Master’s Degree required A Masters Degree in Psychology, Social Work or related area from an accredited university and related experience in the area of mental health. *Clinical license or in process of obtaining clinical licenses within one year of employment required. LPC/LAPC/LCSW/ *Minimum of 2 years direct experience in a mental health setting providing prevention services and/or mental health therapy to children and families.
• Bilingual/bicultural ability to speak English­ & Spanish strongly preferred. OTHER REQUIREMENTS *Ability to manage physically active children ages 3 to 5, including guiding, pursuing, restraining, and withstanding sudden movements. *Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds. *Must have a valid Driver’s License and proof of insurance or must have acceptable alternative transportation.
• Maintain First Aid and CPR certification.
• Maintain compliance with the Criminal History Registry.
• Knowledge,
• SKILLS,
• AND
• ABILITIES: KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED *Demonstrated understanding of infant and early childhood mental health. *Demonstrated understanding of differences in mental health services and concepts across cultures. *Demonstrated knowledge of child mental health services system. *Demonstrated experience with clinical documentation. *Experience formulating and writing assessments and support plans, preferably for young children. *Experience with evidence-­based practices and curricula to promote early childhood mental health. *Knowledge of Head Start Performance Standards as relates to ECMH. SKILLS *Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with service providers and families. *Partner with providers as a member of a diverse team. *Lead and facilitate provider training and/or parent education groups. *Conduct standardized screens and assessments. *Use results of screens and assessments to guide work with families, set goals, and develop individualized plans. *Refer providers and families to appropriate community services. *Communicate effectively with diverse groups both verbally and in writing.