Mental Health Consultant- Watervliet

Flowers Early Learning; Watervliet Township (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with employer contributions

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Sick time

Paid parental leave

Paid holidays

Job summary

Flowers Early Learning is seeking a Mental Health Consultant to provide and coordinate mental health services for a caseload of children aged 0-5. The role involves partnering with parents and staff to promote wellness and to identify and reduce mental health needs in the classroom.

The position requires a Master of Social Work, a current Michigan license, and at least two years of relevant experience. Applicants must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Qualifications

• MSW required with current Michigan license.
• Minimum two years’ experience with school-age population and families.
• Must possess valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Provide and coordinate mental health services for an assigned caseload.
• Collaborate with parents and staff to promote mental wellness and support children and families.
• Comply with Head Start Program Performance Standards and program policies.

Skills

Mental health

Child development

Parent counseling

Education

Master of Social Work

Job description

Flowers Early Learning is a high-quality preschool with locations throughout Berrien, Cass and Van Buren counties and currently has an opening for an Mental Health Consultant, serving classrooms with children ages 0-5 years old.

Flowers Early Learning, formally known as Tri-County Head Start, was selected as one of the Best and Brightest Companies to Work for in the Nation in 2024, and one of the Moody Market Best Places to Work in Southwest Michigan in 2021, for their commitment to employee engagement, feedback, and wellness.

Our Mission:

To build a future where children, families and communities thrive.

About Us:

Our impact lasts a lifetime. Flowers Early Learning, formally known as Tri-County Head Start, employees promote social, emotional and physical health in our community by providing high-quality education, health services and more for the families who need us most in Berrien, Cass, and Van Buren counties.

Benefits:

We offer medical, dental, vision, & life insurance, 401(k) with employer contribution, and assistance in furthering your education.

Other benefits include paid time off, earned sick time, paid parental leave, paid holidays and breaks, paid weather days, tuition reimbursement, and an employee assistance program. Our wellness committee is dedicated in providing resources that enhance your life outside of work.

Position Summary:

The Mental Health Consultant is responsible for the provision and coordination of mental health services for an assigned caseload. The consultant will work with both parents and staff to enhance their awareness and understanding of mental wellness and its impact on children and families. This position aims to improve the ability of staff, families, programs, and systems to prevent, identify, treat and reduce the impact of mental health problems among children and their families. Under Head Start Program Performance Standards (1302.91(e)(8)(ii) Mental Health Consultants must be licensed, or work under the supervision, of a licensed mental health professional.

Job Type:

Full Time, Year-Round (12-months),Hourly, Non-Exempt

Expected Schedule:

Monday- Friday, 8:00a-4:30p, 40 hours per week

Rate of Pay:

Masters or Higher: $28.85/hr.

Education Requirement:

Master of Social Work, with a current license in the State of Michigan with a minimum two years’ experience working with school-age population and families.

Other Selection Criteria:

All candidates must be 18 years of age, possess a valid driver’s license and their own reliable transportation, complete a physical examination, comprehensive fingerprinted criminal background check, and pre-employment drug screen including a negative result for Amphetamines, Cannabinoids (including Marijuana/THC), Cocaine, Opiates, and Phencyclidine (PCP). Marijuana is not legal at the federal level and is prohibited in the workplace or in one's system, even if legally prescribed.

Equal Opportunity Policy:

Flowers Early Learning is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination against any employee, volunteer, or applicant regarding race, sex (including pregnancy), age, color, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, religion, height, weight, marital status, genetic status and/or genetic information, veteran status, physical or mental disability and/or handicap as defined by State and Federal law.