Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant

Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant

Real-world impact. Life-changing outcomes

CommQuest is currently seeking a Part-time Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant. The Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant provides supportive interventions for young children, age's birth to six years old, early childcare staff, and families. Primarily work schedule consists of early morning hours, during early childhood classroom sessions. Must also be available for afternoon team meetings on a weekly basis, as well as occasionally meeting parents and teachers for evening sessions.

In this role, you will:

• Grow professionally
• Build valuable relationships
• Work on a team providing exceptional care
• Make a real difference

What is CommQuest?

CommQuest Services is one of the largest non-profit mental health, addiction recovery, and social services organizations in Northeast Ohio, working with clients from more than 34 counties in 12 facilities through more than 20 programs. We help people make positive changes in their lives through in-patient, outpatient and school-based programs, along with supportive services - from basic needs to employment assistance.

Are you interested in CommQuest, but don't see a job you are interested in right now? Send us your story, resume and qualifications to HR@commquest.org.

What you gain:

• Great experience in the behavioral health and substance abuse field
• Visibility into how our community supports those in need
• Opportunities to share your expertise
• Peace of mind knowing you are benefiting the clients we serve and the community at large

What you'll do:

• Provide consultation and behavior intervention services.
• Assist early childcare staff with environmental design and development of curricular and behavioral clues.
• Providing parent consultations and strengthening parent involvement.
• Co-lead parent training groups.
• Provide coordination and referral to community services.
• All other duties as assigned.

Schedule:

Monday through Friday with occasional evening meetings as scheduled

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in education, psychology, social work, or a related field is required.
• Previous experience in early childhood or elementary education settings is highly desired.
• Strong time management, organizational, and interpersonal skills are a must.
• Experience/interest in working with young children and the ability to engage, effectively with young children, childcare staff, and families is a plus.
• Must have a valid Driver's License, proof of auto insurance, a driving record in accordance with agency standards, and requires use of personal vehicle.
• Must be able to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Full-Time Benefits(for those that qualify):

• Generous time off, including Mental Health days
• 10 paid holidays annually
• Retirement plan with company match
• Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
• CEU/Licensure reimbursement and more!

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.