What are the responsibilities and job description for the Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant position at Harbor Brand?
Harbor is looking for an Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant who assesses children in childcare and other community settings (e.g. home visits, socialization groups) consistent with an Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Consultation (IECMH-C) approach, provides social and emotional coaching and modeling, and provides IECMH-C trainings for staff and parents.
Position is full-time.
Education/Experience/Other Requirements:
- Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Child and Family Studies, Education, or related degree from an accredited college or university is required.
- Professional license in Ohio preferred (LPC, LPCC, LSW, LISW, etc.).
- Candidate is required to earn their Ohio ECMH Professional Credential once eligible; candidate may be required to earn their Ohio Certified Prevention Specialist (OCPS) certification.
- Have basic knowledge, experience and demonstrated level of skill in early childhood development, early care and education and early childhood mental health.
- Candidate will have strong attention to detail and be self-motivated and organized, with the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills are necessary.
- CPR/First Aid and NCI/CPI Certifications required within 90 days of employment.
- Must have a valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and show proof of personal auto insurance policy to be deemed insurable with Harbor’s vehicle insurance carrier.
- Must be proficient and accurate in computer use, including Microsoft Word.
- When applicable, non-licensed staff will be required to complete 20 hours of CEUs every 24 months
Essential Job Competencies/Primary Duties:
- Provides IECMH-C services to childcare centers, children, and families, including individual and programmatic consultation, home-based services, and/or teacher/community trainings as appropriate or indicated; services provided in home and community settings.
- Participates in implementation of grant funded/contract programs and maintains records in compliance with grant requirements. Appropriately documents services and provides to engaged parties, including families and childcare centers.
- Gathers data and assists in preparing reports for funding sources as assigned.
- Manages assigned caseload effectively and efficiently in accordance with Harbor’s policies and procedures.
- Participates in staff meetings, team meetings, clinical meetings, mandatory training sessions, and continuing education opportunities.
- Keeps current with trends and developments related to essential job competencies.
- Facilitates referrals to appropriate resources when indicated.
- Completes billable/contracted clinical services as assigned.
About Harbor:
- A leading provider of mental health and substance use treatment for over 100 years
- 350 clinical staff serve over 24,000 clients across multiple locations and in the community each year
- Services ranging from counseling, pharmacological management, primary care, psychological testing, case management, substance use treatment, residential services, vocational program, and more!
Why Work for Harbor?
It is fast-paced and challenging, but you will have a lot of fun in the process. You will have the opportunity to meet other motivated individuals who are also making a positive impact at our company. Harbor is committed to investing our resources in you! Some benefits of working with Harbor include:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Retirement plan with company match
- Generous paid time off, sick time, and paid holidays
- Tuition and professional license reimbursement programs
- Clinical supervision hours offered
- Employee referral bonuses
- Ability to make a difference in your community!
