Family & Children's Services·Tulsa, Oklahoma
The therapist provides evidence-based mental health consultation and treatment services for children aged 0-5 and their families. They collaborate with educators to support social-emotional development and provide direct therapeutic interventions to children recovering from adversity.
Follows schedule and closures of Tulsa Public and Union Schools! Monday-Friday 8a-5p schedule on school days.
$69K+ annually for Licensed Therapists [value of extra 25 PTO days built into compensation]
$63K+ annually for Therapists under supervision
Monday-Friday 8a-5p schedule coincides with school schedules of Tulsa Public and Union Public schools
The Early Childhood Therapist collaborates with teachers, children and parents participating in the Community Action Project’s Early Childhood Programs, including Head Start and Early Head Start Programs. Therapist is staffed with a full multidisciplined Family & Children's Services team at each site to create a supportive and inviting work environment.
The Early Childhood Therapist provides evidence-based, infant/early childhood mental health consultation and outpatient treatment services for children 0-5, and their families, by:
Use evidence-based practices to treat children and families recovering from adversity and trauma.
Promote positive parenting, social/emotional health, family well-being, and reduce stigma around mental health.
Host parent mental health groups, ie: Maternal depression, stress management
CCBHC Model of Care
Family & Children’s Services works to heal hurting and abused children, strengthen families, and provide hope and a path to recovery for those battling mental illness and addiction. You will be working in an innovative and dynamic environment using a new transformative model of care Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC). This model is characterized by innovative, team-based approach and whole person care for adults and children with a range of complex mental health and substance use challenges.
Utilizing multi-disciplinary teams, staff work collaboratively to provide a coordinated effort to enhance client recovery. Robust CCBHC services often result in better client outcomes and quality of care due to:
This job is classified as a "safety-sensitive" position as defined by the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana and Patient Protection Act. Possession of a medical marijuana license will not exclude any applicant; however, all employees are subject to the Family & Children's Services Drug Free Workplace Policy.
Market context
Early childhood therapist roles in Oklahoma are often driven by demand in schools, clinics, and community mental health settings serving young children and families. These positions are competitive because employers typically want a master’s-level clinician with Oklahoma licensure, early childhood mental health assessment and treatment experience, and a valid driver’s license. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm supervision status and prepare examples of family-centered work before applying.