Head Start Mental Health Aide - 28 hrs, Support & Growth

HILL COUNTRY COMMUNITY ACTION ASSOCIATION, INC; Mexia (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Hill Country Community Action Association, Inc. seeks a Mental Health Aide for Head Start to support designated children with classroom management and behavior plans. The role emphasizes warmth, patience, and collaboration with staff and families.

The position is part-time (28 hours/week) and requires availability aligned with classroom needs; occasional driving not required but reliability and safety are essential. Bilingual skills are encouraged.

Qualifications

• Minimum: High School Diploma or GED and ability to record data per Head Start Performance Standards.
• Warm, supportive attitude toward young children and parents; reliable and able to work with professionals.
• Bilingual skills encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Assist designated child with classroom management and behavior plans.
• Coordinate with MH/Disability coordinator and professionals.
• Diaper changing.
• Complete monthly aide checklist.
• Work hours vary with classroom needs.
• Center director supervises tasks.

Skills

Bilingual skills

Reliable

Data documentation

Child care support

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Hill Country Community Action Association, Inc. seeks a Mental Health Aide for Head Start to support designated children with classroom management and behavior plans. The role emphasizes warmth, patience, and collaboration with staff and families.

The position is part-time (28 hours/week) and requires availability aligned with classroom needs; occasional driving not required but reliability and safety are essential. Bilingual skills are encouraged.