Trauma-Informed Early Childhood Therapist

Early Childhood Mental Health Program; Oregon (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's mental health initiative in Wisconsin seeks an experienced professional to support child development in Head Start classrooms. The ideal candidate will collaborate with teachers and staff to improve social-emotional skills and implement therapeutic practices. Applicants should have a relevant Bachelor's degree, 5 years of experience working with young children, and be able to handle background checks. Salary range is $65,000 to $70,000.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human/child development, social welfare, psychology, counseling, or related field.
• Five years’ experience working with young children in an early learning setting.
• Must submit to fingerprinting for background checks.

Responsibilities

• Support children's social-emotional development in classroom settings.
• Collaborate with teachers to enhance classroom routines.
• Model therapeutic practices for teachers.
• Coordinate transitions for children effectively.

Skills

Social and emotional development

Classroom management

Collaboration

Crisis intervention

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in human/child development or related field

Teacher or Master Teacher Child Development Permit

Job description

A children's mental health initiative in Wisconsin seeks an experienced professional to support child development in Head Start classrooms. The ideal candidate will collaborate with teachers and staff to improve social-emotional skills and implement therapeutic practices. Applicants should have a relevant Bachelor's degree, 5 years of experience working with young children, and be able to handle background checks. Salary range is $65,000 to $70,000.