Behavioral Health and Wellness Specialist

Children's Institute, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

403b Retirement Plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Children's Institute, Inc. is seeking a school-based mental health consultant for early childhood services. The role supports children aged 0–5 in Head Start and Early Head Start programs, partnering with caregivers, teachers, and home visitors to address emotional and behavioral health needs.

The position requires a master's degree, an LCSW or MFT license, and extensive travel; bilingual Spanish/English is preferred. Comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a classroom behaviorist for 0–5 age group and families.
• Master's degree in Behavior Science, Psychology or related field.
• Ability to work with diverse families and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Provide school-based mental health consultation for children 0–5 and families.
• Collaborate with caregivers, teachers, and home visitors to address behavioral health concerns.
• Maintain case notes, records, and periodic reports; participate in supervision and team meetings.

Skills

Classroom behaviorist

Verbal written communication

Spanish bilingual

Confidential information handling

Travel requirement

Education

Master's degree in Behavior Science or Psychology

Tools

Word

Excel

Email

Electronic Health Records System

Database software

Job description

Provides school-based early childhood mental health consultation services to children/families of children 0-5 enrolled in CII’s Early Head Start and Head Start programs. Works in collaboration with caregivers, teachers, family services workers, and home visitors to address mental health concerns that arise in the children serviced by our program. Service delivery may also include home based services through our Early Head Start home-based option.DUTIESSUMMARYProvides school-based early childhood mental health consultation services to children/families of children 0-5 enrolled in CII’s Early Head Start and Head Start programs. Works in collaboration with caregivers, teachers, family services workers, and home visitors to address mental health concerns that arise in the children serviced by our program. Service delivery may also include home based services through our Early Head Start home-based option.ESSENTIAL DUTIESTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Employees must spend over 50% of their time on these duties.Early Childhood Education Mental Health ConsultationUses independent judgment and discretion to gather information, assess needs and formulate appropriate therapeutic interventions to be implemented with children referred for behavioral health consultation services. Participates as a member of the multi-disciplinary team. Maintains appropriate case notes and other records and prepares periodic reports as required. Facilitates reflective supervision with field staff and teachers in conjunction with Early Childhood mental health consultation. Participates in regular clinical supervision.Programmatic ConsultationObserves early childhood settings to become familiar with the program offered to children. Provides consultation to center and or home based staff on programmatic practices that affect and promote the social emotional development of children enrolled. Meets regularly with the Early Childhood Services staff and the Site Supervisors to address programmatic concerns. Discusses effective mechanisms of working with parents.ADDITIONAL DUTIESMaintains up-to-date records. Provides training workshops on selected topics as needed. Other duties and special projects as assigned.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESThis job has no supervisory responsibilities.QUALIFICATIONSEDUCATION & EXPERIENCEA minimum of 2 years of experience as a classroom behaviorist specializing in work with young children 0-5 and their families.Master's degree in Behavior Science, Psychology or related field and advanced knowledge of child development and Behavior.OTHER QUALIFICATIONSPossesses a valid driver's license and state-required auto insurance.Required to travel extensively (> 50% of the time).Ability to work with minimal supervision.Spanish / English bilingual preferred.Ability to handle confidential information.Experience with assessment of young children’s social and emotional functioning.Experience with and/or knowledge of group dynamics and intervention with children.Ability to host reflective supervisions with individuals and groups.Familiarity with the EHS performance standards and CDE regulations.Maintains patient privacy, including protecting the confidentiality, safeguarding the integrity and availability, and limiting the use and disclosure of patient Protected Health Information (PHI) to authorized individuals and entities.Participates in, conducts, and sustains performance quality improvement activities according to designated role and responsibilities.Sensitivity to service population’s cultural and socioeconomic characteristics.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Punctual and dependable attendance.Free from alcohol and drug abuse.Understands CII’s basic philosophy and participates fully in carrying out its mission.CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONSLicensure or registration with the Behavioral Science Board (LCSW, MFT)COMPUTER SKILLSMust have intermediate knowledge proficiency of computer programs in a Windows environment, including Word, Excel, and E-mail.Database softwareProficient in Electronic Health Records SystemVISION REQUIREMENTSNo special vision requirements.NOISE LEVELModerate noiseREQUIRED TRAININGNew Hire OrientationAB-1343: Sexual Harassment Prevention trainingMandated ReporterCPR/First AideCOMPENSATION:$70,304.00 USD - $78,936.00 USDIn accordance with California law, the expected pay range for this position is included in this posting. The actual compensation will be determined based on factors permitted by law. New hires will be offered a salary at the starting point of the range to maintain internal inequity and allow opportunity for future salary growth. CII salaries are determined based on comprehensive internal and external market analysis, as well as the skills, education, and experience relevant to each position.BENEFITS:Generous paid PTO, plus 10 paid holidays and CII is closed between Christmas and New YearExcellent medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees and qualified dependents403b Retirement Plan with employer contribution for eligible employeesUp to $4,500 in tuition reimbursement per calendar yearEligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness programFlexible Spending Account (FSA) & Health Savings Account (HSA)Employer paid Life and AD&D InsuranceVoluntary Supplemental InsuranceOpportunity for growth & advancementProfessional development & continued trainingTeam building & bonding through company sponsored events & activitiesCONTINGENCIES:Influenza immunization or declinationCOVID-19, MMR and Tdap immunizationsEducation verificationReference checkBackground fingerprint clearance (FBI, DOJ, CACI) conducted by the California Department of Social ServicesDrug and alcohol screeningTuberculosis screening