JOB DESCRIPTION
POSITION : Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant Lead
Base Salary Range : $62, 444.00-$73,463.00
Extended Salary Range : $62, 444.00- $99,175.00
FLSA Status : Exempt
REPORTS TO : Comprehensive Services Department Manager
AGENCY SUMMARY :
BrightSpark Early Learning Services has been at the forefront of the early learning landscape for over 30 years ensuring that all children have equitable access to safe, engaging, and positive early learning experiences that promote school readiness and lifetime success. With a staff of over 140 and a budget of $50 million (99% publicly funded), BrightSpark Early Learning Services provides a broad array of services for families and childcare providers so that they can support the development and well-being of our children.
OPPORTUNITY :
The role of the BrightSpark Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Lead is multifaceted, focusing on promotion, prevention, and intervention strategies. This position works collaboratively with our coaches and early childhood professionals to enhance their capabilities in fostering optimal social and emotional development. Through the development of individualized prevention strategies, addressing potential behavioral challenges to minimize expulsion. Overall, the BrightSpark Lead Mental Health Consultant plays an important role in cultivating a supportive and nurturing environment for children, families, and educators alike. With a strong emphasis on empathy and understanding, they strive to create inclusive spaces where everyone feels valued and supported.
RESPONSIBILITIES :
Oversees the Implementation of and Monitors the Delivery and Quality of Holding Hope IECMHC Services
- Holds primary responsibility for leadership, supervision, and guidance for IECMHC service delivery in the region.
- Provides first point of contact and triage for all incoming referrals, assigns cases, monitors / balances caseloads for MHCs, and provides case and service delivery guidance.
- Provides individual and group reflective supervision / consultation and clinical guidance to a team of mental health consultants by program implementation guidance and contractual requirements.
- Observes and / or supports the delivery of MHC service in the field; partners with and / or shadows MHCs on visits as appropriate.
- Provide on-call clinical and reflective support to MHCs in response to critical or time-sensitive incidents in the field.
- Creates an environment for the MHC team to operate in a respectful, collaborative, reflective manner.
- Reviews MHC documentation of service delivery and ensures that data is maintained in an appropriate and timely manner.
- In partnership with the CCA of WA IECMHC Director plans, develops, and provides onboarding and ongoing professional development for the MHCs.
- Receives weekly (preferred, minimum bi-weekly) Individual Reflective Supervision with CCA of WA Director / Supervisor, participates in statewide IECMHC Team meetings, CCA of WA IECMHC program leadership / development meetings, and regional agency leadership meetings as needed.
IECMHC Service Delivery (as needed)
Depending upon caseload and regional needs, the IECMHC Supervisor may also provide virtual or on-site Mental Health Consultation services in child care / early learning settings by program Implementation Guidance, contractual requirements, and IECMHC Role and Responsibilities articulated above.Holding Hope Program Development and Systems Support
Coordinates and meets regularly with CCA of WA IECMHC leadership to ensure an aligned approach to IECMHC service delivery across the stateIn collaboration with the IECMHC Director and other Holding Hope Supervisor(s), develops and modifies policies and procedures for MHCs to implement program service goals and objectives.Collaborates with regional agency leadership regarding implementation of IECMHC and partnership with Coaches, trainers, and other staff serving child care providers.Represent the IECMHC team at internal regional agency leadership meetings, and promote integration of IECMHC with other regional agency services and community partners.Partners with regional staff to troubleshoot implementation issues, inform program and policy development, and document service needs and gaps.In collaboration with the Regional Coordinator, Professional Development Coordinator, and CCA of WA Holding Hope team, assesses system professional development needs related to Infant Early Childhood Mental Health and other related content / resources for Early Achievers Coaches and others.Researches, plans, and develops relevant training materials and resources to support the MHC work in promoting social / emotional development and prevention of expulsion and other exclusionary practices.Collaborates with agency leadership to support partnership and integration of MHC, Coaching, and other services to providers.Partners with regional MHCs and staff to provide training to individuals, small and large groups within the program, and / or for the larger community as needed and appropriate.Maintains awareness of current professional resources, research, and developments in the field and shares pertinent information with the MHC team and broader field as appropriate.Provides leadership for regional hiring / interviews for MHC positions and may also participate in interview panels for MHC candidates in other regions.Collaborates with state, regional, and community partners regarding IECMHC service delivery as neededData, Reporting, and Evaluation
Ensures that regional IECMHC data is entered in a timely and accurate manner and supports MHCs on data and assessment / evaluation in partnership with the Data and Evaluation team at CCA of WA.Reviews progress, data, and evaluation reports, and completes required reporting per program guidance and contract.Participates in program evaluation planning and activities, in partnership with CCA of WA IECMHC Director, Data & Evaluation team, regional agency leaders and independent evaluators, and other partners as appropriate.Other Responsibilities
As this is a developing and growing program, other duties and responsibilities may be assigned to this position over time.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES :
Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, Psychology or related credential
Full Licensed Mental Health ProfessionalMinimum of 5 years experience in the field, 2 years of experience as a supervisorExperience / training in Reflective Supervision / ConsultationContent knowledge in Infant and Early Childhood Mental HealthKnowledge of / experience in IECMHC service delivery in Early Childhood settingsDesired Qualifications
Master's Degree or Doctorate in Social Work, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy or Psychology, and clinical licensureApproved Supervisor of Mental Health Professionals (Counselors, Mental Health Counselors, Marriage and Family Therapists, and / or Licensed Social Workers)5 years of Supervisory Experience of Mental Health ProfessionalsExperience working in early learning settings particularly 0-5 yrs old.Ability to work occasional night and weekend hours.Effective written and verbal communication skills.Knowledge of and experience with mission-focused communities, with an emphasis on Black and brown communities, including rural or urban Pierce County, tribal communities, immigrant communities, and / or military families.
Become a State Approved STARS trainer within 1yr.Ability to work both independently and as a team.Ability to analyze and interpret data.Proficient in utilizing Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook to assist with deliverable and reporting requirements.Proven ability to consistently meet monthly project goals.Washington State Driver's License, automobile insurance, and access to a reliable automobile. This position is expected to travel across both counties and be available in all BrightSpark office locations.Demonstrated understanding and sensitivity to cultural differences, with the ability to provide culturally responsive mental health services through the understanding of the impact of risk factorsProficient problem-solving skills to identify barriers to mental health services and develop creative solutions to address them effectivelyCOMPETENCIES :
Core Competencies -Mission-driven : Demonstrates commitment to the mission and values of the mission.
Equity mindset : Demonstrates the values of anti-racism; fosters an inclusive environment that facilitates diversity.Communication : Uses skillful written and oral communication with internal staff, teams, and community served; demonstrates empathy and listening.Adaptability : Adapts and responds to change; proactively seeks opportunities to be supportive of change that serves our missionOwnership and quality of work : Manages own work, and work of teams when relevant, ensuring delivery of successful outcomes.Leadership Competencie s -Decision-making : Structures and facilitates decision-making processes; makes decisions responsibly to improve organizational health and impact; gathers and weighs all sorts of data (qualitative, quantitative, historical, etc.)
Supports the development and motivation of others : Actively supports the development and motivation of others to maximize individual, team, and agency impact.Continuous-improvement mindset : Identifies strategies to improve the organization's impact; sets course and drives implementation.COMPENSATION :
Salary Range : $62, 444.00-$73,463.00Extended Salary Range : $62, 444.00- $99,175.00FLSA Status : ExemptThis is a full-time salaried position requiring work during BrightSpark Early Learning Services Business hours, Monday through Friday from 8 : 30 am-5 pm, and requires a willingness to work some evenings and weekends.The salary range indicated in this posting represents the minimum and maximum of the salary range for this position. Base salary will be used when considering compensation for a new employee.
Actual salary will vary depending on factors including, but not limited to, budget available, prior experience, knowledge, skill, and education as they relate to the position's qualifications, in addition to internal racial equity. The posted salary range reflects just one component of our total compensation package.
Other components of the total compensation package may include participation in group life, health and / or dental insurance, retirement plan, wellness program(s), paid time off, and paid holidays.
HOW TO APPLY :
A ResumeA cover letter, describing as specifically as you can how your experience, skills, and values fit with BrightSpark Early Learning Services' goals and mission as described in this announcement.A brief personal equity statement, describing your skills and experience engaging with issues involving diversity, racial equity, and inclusion, and / or in advancing racial equity in organizations. This statement should not exceed 300 words.BENEFITS :
BrightSpark Early Learning Services' benefits package includes employer-paid top-tier medical, dental, and vision insurance plans for employees, 21 days of PTO per year in addition to 11 paid holidays, 3 paid floating holidays, birthday holiday, and one week-long office closure at year-end, Refresh Fridays in July (BrightSpark Early Learning Services Closure Days), flexible work environment, employer-paid life insurance, short-term disability / illness leave accrual, and 401k with 3% employer match.
WORK LOCATION :
This position is a HybridHybrid positions at BrightSpark require at least two days in office per week. These days may change based on individual position and department needs.Employees BrightSpark Early Learning Services employees in all types of work positions (hybrid, community, etc.) must attend training, meetings, events, or other work commitments at various BrightSpark Early Learning Services office locations or off-site locations in Washington State including New Employee Orientation in Kent, Washington.EQUAL EQUITY EMPLOYER :
BrightSpark Early Learning Services is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity among our staff. We strongly encourage people of color, immigrants and refugees, people from the LGBTQ community, people with disabilities, and people from other historically marginalized groups to apply.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION & QUESTIONS
To learn more about BrightSpark Early Learning Services, please visit BrightSpark.orgBrightSpark Early Learning Services is a grant-funded nonprofit organization. This and all positions are contingent on grant funding being in place and can end based on the expiration of funding.
Salary : $62,444 - $99,175
