School-Based Behavioral Health Specialist (0-5)

Children's Institute, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Children’s Institute, Inc. (CII) seeks a qualified professional to deliver school-based early childhood mental health consultation for 0-5 populations in Head Start programs.

You will collaborate with teachers, caregivers, and home visitors to support social-emotional development and address behavioral health needs. The role requires a Master’s degree in a related field, licensure or registration (LCSW or MFT), and the ability to travel extensively.

Qualifications

• A 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.
• Possesses a valid driver's license and state-required auto insurance.
• Travel extensively (> 50% of the time).
• Spanish / English bilingual preferred.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Experience with assessment of young children’s social and emotional functioning.
• Experience with group dynamics and intervention with children.
• Ability to host reflective supervisions with individuals and groups.
• Familiarity with EHS performance standards and CDE regulations.
• Maintains patient privacy and protects PHI.
• Participates in performance quality improvement activities.
• Sensitivity to cultural and socioeconomic characteristics of the service population.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Punctual and dependable attendance.
• Free from alcohol and drug abuse.
• Understands CII’s philosophy and mission.

Responsibilities

• Provides school-based mental health consultation to children 0-5 in CII’s Early Head Start and Head Start programs.
• Collaborates with caregivers, teachers, family services, and home visitors to address mental health concerns.
• May include home-based services through Early Head Start option.
• Observes settings and provides programmatic consultation to promote social-emotional development.
• Maintains records, case notes, and reports; participates in clinical supervision.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish/English

Verbal & written communication

Independent work ability

Confidentiality & ethics

Education

Master’s degree in Behavior Science or Psychology

Licensure or registration (LCSW, MFT)

Tools

Word

Excel

Email

Database software

Job description

Children’s Institute, Inc. (CII) seeks a qualified professional to deliver school-based early childhood mental health consultation for 0-5 populations in Head Start programs.

You will collaborate with teachers, caregivers, and home visitors to support social-emotional development and address behavioral health needs. The role requires a Master’s degree in a related field, licensure or registration (LCSW or MFT), and the ability to travel extensively.