EHS/ECEAP Infant Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant (IECMHC)

Educational Service District 112 -
United States

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Job Details

Full-time
$68,831.48 - $83,730.57 a year
12 days ago

Qualifications

Observation-based student assessment
Master's degree in social work
Master of Counseling
Case documentation in social services
LMFT
Emotional support for children
LMHC
Behavioral psychological assessments
Parent collaboration
Community resource utilization for student support
Developmental screenings (student assessment methods)
Care documentation
Master's degree
Mental health resources facilitation
Collaboration with other professionals for student support
Counseling
Child Development
Classroom observations
Mental health counseling
Behavioral developmental assessment
Clinical documentation
Clinical Social Worker
Trauma-informed therapy
Organizational skills
Child assessment
Working with families
Continuous quality improvement (CQI)
Health status assessment
Behavioral and mental health screening
Social Work

Full Job Description

Thank you for your interest in our employment opportunities. We invite you to apply to be a part of our dynamic team providing quality educational services throughout Southwest Washington, and other areas of the state. For more information review the NEOGOV Application Guide and Frequently Asked Questions.

General Responsibilities

Under the general direction of an Early Care & Education (ECE) Manager, this position provides on-site early childhood mental health consultation services in ESD 112-operated early childhood centers, as well as our home-based EHS programs. Consultation is focused on strengthening the capacity of early learning providers, families and systems to promote positive social and emotional development, and to prevent, identify and reduce the impact of mental health challenges among children and families. Children served in these programs range in age from prenatal to 5 years and the adults who care for them.

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Here's a testimonial from current staff in the role:

"Working as a Mental Health Consultant in Early Care and Education is one of the most rewarding positions I've had as a Clinical Social Worker; Not only does the role challenge me to apply and draw from various clinical tools and past experiences, but it also provides the flexibility for me to offer mental health support outside of a traditional treatment setting and in partnership with early childhood professionals and families during a pivotal period in human development. This is an ideal role for someone who loves community-based work and helping to normalize and promote mental wellness practices in early education."

Salary:
The full range for this position is $68,831.48 - $83,730.57. Offers are made at the entry level of the range.

Assignment:
This position will work full-time, 240 days per year, and support Early Head Start, Early ECEAP, and ECEAP. The position also requires a criminal history check and fingerprint clearance through the Department of Children, Youth and Families (DCYF) as well as a health exam, TB test, and proof of MMR immunization or exemption prior to starting. Anticipated start date is July 20, 2026.

A complete application will include:

Work history going back 10 years
At least three professional reference's contact information
A Cover Letter expressing interest in the position
A Resume that reflects work experience listed on application
A copy of your WA DOH license or credentials, or OSPI Certificate

Essential Functions/Other Functions

Essential Functions:

Foster a positive attitude toward early childhood mental health and approaches based on the Office of Head Start National Centers Mental Health Competencies (Download PDF reader) and the Georgetown Model of Early Childhood Mental Health Consultation.
Engage in relationship-building and collaboration with early care and education providers, family members, ESD 112 ECE support staff, and external partners resulting in a coordinated approach to early childhood mental health supports, resources and referrals.
Use skills, knowledge and expertise in trauma-informed, resiliency building and strength-based practices to identify needs of children, families and staff that inform mental well-being, child development, positive parenting and teaching practices.
Implement a strengths-based approach and anti-bias lens when providing regular classroom consultation to staff in inclusive, developmentally appropriate, effective, and differentiated approaches that support each child’s mental well-being, social-emotional development and positive classroom environments.
Provide consultation to early learning staff regarding children with an identified special need, or with information and support for providing inclusive services and preventing expulsion that is inclusive of mental health screening and assessment results that inform individualized support and goal setting for children and families.
Facilitate observations during home and classroom visits and provide feedback and recommendations to families and staf ffocused on strengthening attachments and nurturing adult/child interactions that may result in written plans.
Conduct standardized developmental, behavioral, and/or social-emotional screens, observations and assessments for individual children as assigned or referred for consultation.
Provide guidance and model developmentally appropriate activities practices and effective ways to work with and support young children focused on supporting children’s social emotional development and mental health.
Support staff regarding emergent issues, such as child abuse, domestic violence, and other mental health concerns.
Collaborate with program and direct service staff to strengthen practices, tied to on-going continuous quality improvement efforts, including monitoring and follow up.
Maintain regular attendance to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the position.

Other Functions:

Uphold the Vision, Values, and Commitment to Professionalism of the ECE Department at ESD 112.
Regular participation in reflective supervision, training, and other learning to support and improve practices and approaches, over time.
Maintain strong professional boundaries.
Maintain documentation in the program database.
Participate in multi-disciplinary case conferencing team meetings.
Other duties as assigned, must be flexible and responsive to meet the changing needs and demands of the programs.

Minimum/Preferred Qualifications & Skills

Minimum Qualifications:

Must meet one of the following:
- Licensed by the Washington State Department of Health as a mental health counselor, marriage and family therapist, social worker, psychologist, psychiatrist, or psychiatric nurse; or
- Approved by the Washington State Department of Health as an agency-affiliated or certified counselor, with a Master's Degree in counseling, social work, or related field; or
- Credentialed by the Washington State Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction as a school counselor, social worker, or psychologist.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills:

Experience with young children birth-5.
Infant Mental Health Endorsement.
Knowledge of trauma-informed care, cultural differences in mental health, diversity informed tenets, and community resources.
Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.

Working Conditions/Employment Requirements

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:

Regular travel within SW Washington to attend appointments, meetings and training sessions. Occasional travel throughout the state.
Regular attendance during scheduled work hours.
Occasional work on evenings and weekends.
When supporting ESD programs, the physical environment may include office setting, childcare, preschool programs, families' homes, or community work sites.
Job involves sitting, standing, walking, lifting, carrying, reaching, grasping, bending, stooping, crouching, pushing, and/or pulling.

Employment Requirements - ESD job offer is contingent upon satisfying the following:

Successful completion of a criminal history and fingerprint check through Department of Children, Youth and Families.
Tuberculosis test to meet state health requirements.
Health Exam.
Proof of MMR vaccination or exemption.

Notice of Non-Discrimination
ESD 112 does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a disabled person. The following individuals have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

Civil Rights compliance Officer: Melissa Kreuder, 360-952-3328, [email protected]
Title IX Compliance Officer: Wendy Niehaus, 360-952-3574, [email protected]
ADA/504 Compliance Officer: Jeffrey Niess, 360-952-3529, [email protected]

The above information will be provided in the appropriate language for persons with limited English language skills by contacting the ESD at 360-750-7500.

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