Behavioral Health Manager

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The Behavioral Health Manager ensures that the Child Mental Health performance standards are met in Head Start.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.Responsible for the delivery, tracking and reporting of outcomes of HeadStart Child Mental Health performance standards.

2.Provide training, support, and supervision to Child Mental Health Specialist and Behavior Intervention Specialists.

3.Track Domestic Violence Reporting group and coordinate follow-up as needed, including safety planning.

4.Track Specialist Support Requests and coordinate follow-up as needed, including individualized case management.

5.Establish and implement policies and procedures that comply and enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of child mental health and behavioral services.

6.Utilize information obtained from developmental screenings, observations, evaluations, and parent input to design a program that meets the mental health and behavioral needs and individual needs of children.

7.Track social emotional screenings to ensure completion within 45 days of the child’s enrollment into the program; ensure follow-up is provided as needed.

8.Ensure Child Mental Health Specialists and Behavior Intervention Specialists have a consistent schedule for center-visits, classroom support, home-based support, and parent consultation.

9.Ensure compliant documentation for children with identified mental health and behavioral concerns including consent, referrals, behavior plans, and activities for teaching staff.

10.Ensure compliant documentation in Child Plus for children with identified mental health and behavioral concerns including observations, transactions, and required documentation.

11.Monitor monthly reports for Child Mental Health Specialist and Behavior Intervention Specialists to ensure accuracy.

12.Remain informed of relevant information related to the safety and well-being of children and families while maintaining compliance with ECS’s policies and procedures.

13.Work closely with the Family Services department to ensure quality mental health and behavior support is available to families as needed.

14.Work closely with the Education department to ensure classroom teaching staff are adequately supported to best serve children with mental health and behavioral concerns.

15.Track program supplies and social emotional materials; place orders for supplies as needed and in accordance with the budget.

16.Track and monitor contracts with community partners; renew as needed.

17.Collaborate with community partners and resources to establish new mental health and behavior intervention contracts and agreements.

18.Assist with the implementation of the University Practicum Student program within the Head Start programs.

19.Coordinate with Health and Nutrition Services Manager to coordinate case management and file reviews for all centers on caseload.

20.Assist Health and Nutrition Services Manager and Family Services department in coordinating summer screenings.

21.Coordinate mental health and behavior intervention trainings throughout the year and during preservice training.

22.Work with Health Services Manager to coordinate Health and Mental Health Service Advisory Committee meetings.

23.Ensure Child Mental Health Specialists are up to date on required trainings and certifications related to licensing.

24.Assist in mental health initiatives within the agency.

25.Ensure accurate PIR data is maintained as it relates to health.

(These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other related marginal duties as required.)

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIP:

• This position reports to the Director of Behavioral Health

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Licensed Mental Health Professional with a minimum of three years clinical work experience; knowledge of serving young children and their families highly preferred*consideration will be given to candidates who are eligible for licensing and hold a current intern license in the state of Florida and a development plan in place to obtain
• Minimum of three to five years of experience working with children 0 – 5 years old; classroom experience highly preferred
• Management and clinical supervision experience highly preferred•
• Experience in working with early intervention, applied behavior analysis, and disabilities services
• Work experience with vulnerable populations (i.e. families experiencing homeless, living below poverty guidelines, children in foster care)

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of sociology, child growth & development, mental health theory & practice, human behavior/social environment, psychology, research methods
• Knowledge of effective methods to improve a child’s emotional stability
• Knowledge in working with early intervention and disabilities services
• Knowledge of social services available to link families with appropriate agencies
• Ability to build and maintain good human relations with staff and parents
• Ability to work with the public in a tactful and diplomatic manner
• Ability to perform tasks with little direct supervision
• Ability to exercise good judgment and emotional maturity
• Commitment to strengthen families but with ultimate commitment to the well-being of the child
• Knowledge of applicable safety and abuse-reporting procedures
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office products at an intermediate to advanced level
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Ability to maintain confidential information
• Ability to plan and organize work as well as maintain records and prepare reports
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize and work in fast-paced environment

CERTIFICATIONS:

• License in Mental Health, Social Work, related field, or eligible for licensure•
• Valid driver’s license
• • Complete 15 hours of in-service / professional development training hours each fiscal year (July-June)

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

• Works in early childhood classroom and office settings
• Local travel to multiple sites is required
• Includes nights and weekend work and some out-of-town travel

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL SKILLS:

• Typical Physical & Mental Demands: Requires prolonged sitting with some bending, stooping and stretching, and eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate a keyboard, telephone, photocopier, calculator and other office equipment.
• Requires normal range of hearing and eyesight to communicate with clients and staff.

(Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability)