Coordinate and provide direct services, which include play therapy, parent/staff consultations, therapy groups, etc., in the Early Childhood Program Birth to 5 in the area of Mental Health/Disabilities services and observe and identify the behavioral an social/emotional needs of children & families.

Demonstrate methods of behavioral prevention, intervention and de-escalation for staff, children, parents and families.

Understand and implement program’s School Readiness Plan, inclusive of activities to support the Parent, Family & Community Engagement goals and outcomes.

Review and monitor individual child records and documentation to assure services meet the requirements and are comprehensive, appropriate and delivered within the established time lines.

Plan, arrange, coordinate and or provide workshops, seminars training and technical assistance in behavioral/mental health, wellness, child development, de-escalation techniques and positive behavioral guidance and parenting practices for children, staff and parents.

Ensure that all screenings, assessments, objectives pertaining to Mental Health/Disabilities are administered and follow up plans are implemented.

Conduct home visits for all children and families enrolled as needed and appropriate.

Provide and arrange education and training services to parents individually or in groups on topics related Mental Health/Disabilities.

Debrief child behavior issues with site staff and consult with families on these issues as needed at the request of staff and parents.

Collaborate with all district personnel and content area Supervisors/Specialists on a regular basis to ensure successful program services.

Track services provided in data entry systems, assessment systems and other systems used to monitoring child outcomes.

Participate promptly, actively and responsively in all required communications (calls, emails, data entry, reporting, meetings, etc.) as assigned.

Maintain and enthusiastically promote a positive image of the agency, programs, services and staff through actions, verbal and written communication and professional appearance.

Maintain and promote and project a positive, supportive and collaborative demeanor with all agency staff, supervisors, leadership team members, clients, vendors, visitors, agency partners and any community members and officials.

Perform any other duties as assigned in support of agency and program needs and operations.

Ability to verbally communicate and have the necessary interpersonal skills to deal with individuals and groups of varying abilities.

Demonstrate high reading and writing skills; high mathematical skills; and very high reasoning ability.

Knowledge of the needs, interest, problems and the social and economic deprivation of low-income persons.

Knowledge of the current trends and resources in behavioral health and other special needs for young children and their families.

Experience with Head Start/Early Head Start, Licensing, and State funded requirements and regulations in designated Pre-K or Infant/Toddler Program.

Able to compile and analyze complex data to make effective recommendations and decisions.

Ability to use information provided to draw valid conclusions that show understanding and insight into situation.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively under critical time frames and work with complex and sensitive information.

Proficient computer skills to include Microsoft Office, database systems, email and internet.

Able to apply current research, best practices, relevant laws, regulations and policies to support program quality and innovation.

Master’s in Psychology, Social Work or related field and 2-3 years’ counseling experience providing direct services to children and families in a Pre-K or Infant/Toddler setting.