Trauma-Informed Early Childhood Specialist

DeKalb Health; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 43,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentives: up to $1,350 per quarter

Job summary

DeKalb Health in Phoenix, AZ is seeking an Early Childhood Specialist (ECS) to provide developmental, therapeutic, and rehabilitative services to children from birth through age seven and their caregivers. The ECS works across home, school, clinic, telehealth, and community settings, using family-driven, trauma-informed practices.

The ECS conducts assessments, guides service planning, coaches caregivers, and coordinates with families and partners to promote early intervention, school readiness,

Qualifications

• Must meet AHCCCS BHT education/experience pathways as listed in Requirements.
• Evidence-based strategies for trauma, attachment, and social-emotional development.

Responsibilities

• Conduct developmental and relational assessments across settings (birth to seven).
• Observe behaviors in home, clinic, community, and telehealth to identify triggers and drivers.
• Develop individualized service plans and identify interventions and supports.
• Provide caregiver education and in-the-moment coaching using evidence-based parenting resources.
• Support caregivers in interpreting child cues and promoting secure attachment and routines.
• Teach coping and emotional regulation strategies to children and caregivers.
• Deliver AHCCCS-aligned skills training and family education.
• Complete documentation and treatment plan updates in the EHR (Credible).
• Collaborate with families, interdisciplinary teams, and community partners to implement service plans.
• Participate in Child and Family Team (CFT) meetings to coordinate care.

Skills

Infant-Child engagement

Developmental assessment

Caregiver coaching

Psychoeducation

Early intervention

Trauma-informed practice

Cultural responsiveness

Documentation skills

Collaboration with families

Education

Master’s or bachelor’s degree in a behavioral-health related field

Bachelor’s degree in any field + 1+ year behavioral-health experience

High school diploma or GED + 2 years behavioral-health experience

Licensed Practical Nurse + 3+ years behavioral-health experience

High school diploma or GED + 4+ years behavioral-health experience

Tools

EHR systems

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Excel/Sheets

Job description

DeKalb Health in Phoenix, AZ is seeking an Early Childhood Specialist (ECS) to provide developmental, therapeutic, and rehabilitative services to children from birth through age seven and their caregivers. The ECS works across home, school, clinic, telehealth, and community settings, using family-driven, trauma-informed practices.

The ECS conducts assessments, guides service planning, coaches caregivers, and coordinates with families and partners to promote early intervention, school readiness,