What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mental Health Services Manager position at Big Sandy Area Community Action Program?
Big Sandy Area Community Action Program is looking for a
Mental Health Manager to join our Head Start team.
Position Summary: The Mental Health Services Manager will partner with mental health professionals and educators to ensure Head Start children receive appropriate mental health services.
Job duties and details:
· Carries out goals, policies, and activities designed to implement mental health services objectives and Head Start Performance Standards
· Evaluates the effectiveness of programs and staff by periodically completing observation tools and assigned monitoring functions on the agency data tracking system (COPA)
· Identifies appropriate mental health resources and establishes working relationships with local mental health providers.
· Schedules and coordinates services of the mental health consultant employed or contracted by the program to provide related services to children, parents, and staff.
· Assist in development of materials and provide orientations and training for staff and parents.
· Maintain appropriate records of mental health services.
Qualifications:
· Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or related field.
· Strong knowledge of principles of child development, social work or counseling.
· Ability to utilize agency resources to appropriately answer questions and provide guidance to staff and parents.
· Ability to travel to classrooms in a five-county area and monitor teaching staff to assure the effective implementation of early childhood principles.
· Strong interpersonal and professional skills including but not limited to: professional appearance, communication orally and in written form, listening, time management, punctuality, and dependability.
· Valid driver’s license and some travel required
· Hire subject to Head Start policies on background check and drug screening
Benefits
· Health, Vision, and Dental insurance
· Life Insurance
· Kentucky Retirement (CERS)
· Generous paid time off, including 13 paid holidays
· Mileage reimbursement for required travel
Big Sandy Area Community Action Program is one of a network of more than 1,000 Community Action organizations located across the United States committed to fighting poverty by empowering individuals.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.94 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20
