Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant

Company: Child Guidance Clinic for Central CT
Location: Meriden
Posted on: May 14, 2022

Job Description:

The Early Childhood Consultation Partnership (ECCP) is a nationally recognized, evidence based, statewide early childhood mental health consultation program, developed to meet the social/emotional needs of children birth to five. ECCP is designed to build the capacity of caregivers by identifying strengths and offering support, education, and consultation, which promotes the most enduring and optimal outcomes for young children. ECCP is managed by Advanced Behavioral Health (ABH), Inc. ABH works in partnership with community based mental health agencies related to the ECCP Early Childhood Consultant positions. Position summary: The Early Childhood Consultation Partnership (ECCP) Consultant provides mental health consultation to early care and education programs, family child care providers, and families within a certain area of the state. In addition, the ECCP Consultant is responsible for writing action plans, and working within an Information System. ECCP Consultants also attend early childhood community and statewide collaboratives and provide trainings to early childhood providers on social emotional topics. The ECCP Consultant will be provided with specialized training as well as ongoing supervision. This is a grant funded, 2 year position with a potential opportunity for extension. Qualifications: A Master---s Degree in Mental Health, (associate licensure required) at least 2 years of post graduate experience working in the field of mental health with young children and families prefrred, bilingual (Spanish) encouraged to apply, experience working in early care and education settings a plus. Excellent time management and organizational skills are a must. Travel is required for this position, a valid CT driver---s license and reliable transportation is needed. Job Type: Full-time Benefits: Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Schedule: Monday to Friday Education: Master's (Required) Experience: post grad in the field of mental health with young children: 2 years (Preferred) Language: Spanish preferred (Preferred) License/Certification: full licensure preferred, associate licensure required (Preferred) Work Location: One location

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