ECMC Family Support Specialist (part-time) - Berkshire County

Paycom - ATS; Northampton (MA); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work setup

Flexible schedule

Evening meetings

Job summary

Paycom - ATS is seeking an ECMHC Family Support Specialist in Berkshire County, MA. This part-time role (18–25 hours/week) offers a hybrid work setup across childcare centers, family homes, and community locations.

You will connect with families, coordinate with ECMHC teams, and help access essential resources while supporting inclusive family-centered care.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Mental Health, Early Childhood Development and/or Education.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle for regional travel.
• Lived experience as a parent or caregiver and ability to advocate for children’s growth.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
• Ability to travel regionally and lift up to 30 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Build authentic relationships with families receiving ECMHC services.
• Collaborate with ECMHC Consultants, providers, and parents to implement success plans.
• Help families identify and access community supports (schools, housing, WIC, DTA, mental health).
• Foster inclusive environments and supportive team dynamics.
• Work in a hybrid, flexible setting across centers, homes, and remote locations.

Skills

Independent work

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Prioritization

Physical stamina

Education

Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Mental Health

Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Development

Education-related degree

Job description

Helping Families with Young Children: ECMHC Family Support SpecialistWhat You Will DoBuild Authentic Relationships: Connect directly with families receiving Early Childhood Mental Health Consultation (ECMHC) services, building trusting, strengths-based working relationships.Collaborate for Success: Partner with ECMHC Consultants, early education and care providers, and parents to help implement, monitor, and adjust individualized success plans.Bridge Essential Resources: Help families navigate, identify, and access critical community supports—including public school referrals, housing assistance, WIC, DTA, mental health services, after-school care, and summer programs.Foster Inclusive Environments: Assist in cultivating welcoming team dynamics where families and early education and care providers feel comfortable, supported, and valued.Flexible Delivery: Work in a dynamic hybrid environment across childcare centers, family homes, community locations, and remote settings.What We're Looking ForWe are seeking empathetic, community-minded individuals who understand the realities of raising a young child. As someone with lived experience as a parent or caregiver, you know firsthand how vital a strong support network is. You excel at working collaboratively, listening without judgment, and empowering families to advocate for their children’s growth and well-being. This is a part-time position (18 hours/week) based in Berkshire County.Minimum QualificationsDegree: Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Mental Health, Early Childhood Development and/or Education, or a related field (equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience are welcomed and encouraged to apply).Licensure: Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle for regional travel.Expertise: Strong understanding of early child development, strengths-based approaches, and effective team communication.Experience (Highly Preferred): Lived experience as a parent or primary caregiver of a young child who attended an early education and care program, combined with professional experience working with young children and families.Key Skills: Ability to work independently and collaboratively, strong organizational and prioritization skills, dependability, and physical stamina to travel across regions and lift up to 30 lbs.Preferred ExperienceKnowledge of family systems, trauma-informed care practices, and culturally responsive approaches.Terms of EmploymentSchedule: Part-time (18–25 hours/week, region-dependent). Offers a hybrid, flexible work setup including occasional scheduled evening meetings or professional development events.Critical Need / Openings: We currently have multiple openings for this position available across Western Massachusetts. This position is based inBerkshire County: 18 hours per weekSalary Range: $25.00 per hourBenefits: Position is not eligible for benefits (<20 hours per week).CES is an equal opportunity employer and is particularly interested in candidates from a diverse range of cultural, ethnic, and racial backgrounds. We are especially interested in candidates whose backgrounds are well-suited to understanding and addressing the needs of the diverse student population we serve.