JOB
Under the general direction of an ECE Leadership Team Member, this position provides on-site early childhood mental health consultation services in ESD 112-operated early childhood and before/after school centers, as well as home-based programs and community-based child care programs. Consultation is focused on strengthening the capacity of early learning providers, families and systems to promote positive social and emotional development, and to prevent, identify and reduce the impact of mental health challenges among children and families. Children served in these programs range in age from birth to 12 years. Salary: Offers are made at the entry level of the range. Salary placement will be determined based on experience, education and license eligibility. The full part-time salary ranges are listed below: Salary Level I: $32,180.19 - $39,152.46Effective September 1, 2024, the new salary range will be $33,373.60 - $40,601.60.Salary Level II: $35,76.53 - $42,676.18Effective September 1, 2024, the new salary range will be $36,379.20 - $44,252.00.Assignment: This position will support the Child Care Aware Program. The person in this position will work 20 hours per week, for one year. Anticipated start date is August 1, 2024. This position requires completion of a health exam, TB test, proof of MMR immunization, and DCYF portable background clearance prior to starting. A complete application will include: Work history going back 10 years (if applicable)At least three professional reference's contact informationA Cover Letter expressing interest in the positionA Resume that reflects work experience listed on applicationEvidence of a Master's degree or higher (unofficial transcripts or copy of diploma)Evidence of Clinical Licensure if applicable
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Essential Functions: Use skill, knowledge and expertise in trauma informed and resiliency building practices when supporting children as well as adult learners.Use a strengths-based approach and anti-bias lens to building relationships with a focus on perspective taking, data analysis, and solutions that build on people's strengths while addressing needs.Provide consultation to early learning staff regarding children with an identified special need, or with information and support for providing inclusive services and preventing expulsion.Provide information and support for developmental screening of all children attending the facility including accessing resources for referral for follow up assessments as needed and training for childcare providers related to screenings.Facilitate observations during home visits and provide feedback and recommendations to families and staff focused on strengthening attachments and nurturing adult/child interactions.Conduct standardized developmental, behavioral, and/or social-emotional screens, observations and assessments for individual children as assigned or referred for consultation.Meet with families to consult on child and family needs, classroom teachers to review classroom observations, and create/develop follow-up plans to support these needs and implement plans as needed.Provide child development information related to social-emotional development and mental health.Provide guidance and model developmentally appropriate activities for children and effective ways to work with and support young children.Document the amount of time spent in consultation in each classroom, including a description of the type of consultation delivered.Work in partnership with the Child Care Aware - Early Achievers staff to deliver a coordinated system of support by providing consultation and training.Engage with regional/community/tribal early learning and behavioral health partners to: build connections and establish regional referral options for children, families and providers; identify regional strengths/opportunities and service gaps/barriers; and engage with other MHCs (including MHCs working in Head Start/ECEAP settings and Infant Toddler Consultation) to work toward long term goal of a coordinated approach in Early Childhood Mental Health.Participate in Relationship Based Professional Development regional meetings and regular reflective supervision with approved clinical supervisor.Other Functions: Maintain documentation in the program database.Participate in a multi-disciplinary case conferencing team.Other duties as assigned.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Working Conditions/Physical Requirements: Regular travel within SW Washington to attend appointments, meetings and training sessions. Occasional travel throughout the state.Regular attendance during scheduled work hours.Occasional work on evenings and weekends.When supporting ESD programs, the physical environment may include office setting, childcare, preschool programs, families' homes, or community work sites. Job involves sitting, standing, walking, lifting, carrying, reaching, grasping, bending, stooping, crouching, pushing, and/or pulling.Employment Requirements - ESD job offer is contingent upon satisfying the following: Successful completion of a criminal history and fingerprint check through Department of Children, Youth and Families.Tuberculosis test to meet state health requirements.Health exam.