Infant & Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant

Qualifications

EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, human development, child development or a related field, or equivalent related experience is required AND, YEARS OF EXPERIENCE: A minimum of three (3) years of experience in any of the following or a combination thereof: Type of Experience: Direct service or case management with young children and their families Working in early childhood settings, such as early education, home visiting, family support programs Coaching, training, or consultation provided to early childhood professionals Application of knowledge of early childhood systems, developmental milestones, and community resources Working with children—including those with developmental disabilities—adolescents, and families with a variety of experiences Setting/Environment: Professional experience in early childhood environments such as childcare centers, preschools, Head Start/Early Head Start programs, home visiting, or family childcare settings, with emphasis on the social and emotional development of children JOB COMPETENCIES: Strong understanding of infant and early childhood mental health, social-emotional development, and behavior support strategies Ability to support families, childcare providers, and staff in emotionally challenging circumstances with empathy and professionalism Excellent verbal, written, and listening skills for interacting effectively with children, families, coworkers, and community partners Strong collaboration skills for navigating complex systems and working with community partners and interdisciplinary teams Strong interpersonal, time management, and organizational skills; detail-oriented and dependable. Self-motivated, proactive, and flexible; able to work independently while navigating shifting priorities and minimal supervision Self-aware and open to feedback; engages in reflective practice and continuous learning Ability to work respectfully and effectively with individuals from all backgrounds and communities Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and capable of maintaining organized, professional documentation Ability to respond to emergencies, lift 25–50 pounds, and participate in physical group activities; must sit at a computer for extended periods Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends to support trainings, events, or presentations as needed PRE-HIRE CONTINGENCIES: Licensing, state law and our funders require that applicants of critical positions within Community Support Services be fingerprinted, prior to reporting to work, and include subsequent arrest notifications CPR/AED, and First Aid Certification, must include Adult and Child/Infant, within 30 days of hire, and must be from one of the following certifying organizations: American Red Cross, American Heart Association, or American Safety and Health Institute Position may require additional clearances in order to comply with all program, licensing, state law, and funding requirements: Negative TB test results obtained within the past one year, prior to first day, and annually thereafter, as required Exclusion and Debarment checks prior to first day and monthly thereafter YMCA will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if the YMCA is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Ordinance by visiting the San Diego County Office of Labor Standards and Enforcement. Pay Range USD $26.04 - USD $31.24 /Hr.

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