Early Childhood Mental Health Coach

Child Guidance & Family Solutions; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Employer Match

Health Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Short and Long Term Disability

Life Insurance

Three Weeks of Vacation annually

Sick and Personal Days, Paid Holidays

Assistance for ECMHC and OCPSA creds

Employee Assistance Program

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

Child Guidance & Family Solutions is seeking an Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant in Akron, OH. The role focuses on coaching teachers and staff to support preschool children with challenging behaviors and prevent expulsion, with opportunities for early intervention and referrals as needed.

Required qualifications include a Bachelor's degree, licensure is a plus, and credentials (ECMHC/IEC-MHC, OCPSA) within 2 years. This is a full-time, on-site position with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• ECMHC credential and/or IECMHC credential required within first 2 years.
• OCPSA credential required within first 2 years.
• LSW/LPC/LISW/LPCC licensure a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide coaching and support to classroom teachers and administrative staff to prevent expulsion from preschool and early learning.
• Offer consultation, early intervention and prevention services in assigned centers.
• Refer individual children and families for additional services including individual therapy.
• Act as a resource to help teachers and parents manage challenging child behaviors.

Skills

Experience with children and families

Classroom/early childhood experience

ECMHC credential

OCPSA credential

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Child Guidance & Family Solutions is seeking an Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant in Akron, OH. The role focuses on coaching teachers and staff to support preschool children with challenging behaviors and prevent expulsion, with opportunities for early intervention and referrals as needed.

Required qualifications include a Bachelor's degree, licensure is a plus, and credentials (ECMHC/IEC-MHC, OCPSA) within 2 years. This is a full-time, on-site position with comprehensive benefits.