Start Early
Job Description
Job Description
We are hiring in Lake County, IL. Start Early Lake County provides high-quality care, best-in-class education, and a stimulating learning environment to children from birth to five years old. As a program that serves low-income families, Start Early’s research-based program helps children develop the literacy, language, early math, and social-emotional skills they need to succeed in kindergarten and beyond. We are recruiting individuals who want to join us in this mission and share a commitment to our core values of
appreciation & respect, empowerment, diversity, excellence, learning, and communication. As the Mental Health Coordinator, you will ensure Head Start/Early Head Start programs implement and adhere to the Head Start Performance Standards, state, and local requirements for Mental Health services and implement systems to provide Mental Health services according to Start Early’s Early/Head Start Network policies and procedures. When you join our team as a Mental Health Coordinator, you will: Coordinates with program Mental Health Consultant to ensure mental health services are being provided according to the Head Start Program Performance Standards and Start Early Policies and Procedures. Responsible for leading the Conscious Discipline Action Team, including coordination, training schedule, tracking, and monitoring of the implementation of the Conscious Discipline social emotional curriculum in both Early Head Start and Head Start programs. Responsible for coordinating a multidisciplinary team that supports children going through the mental health referral process. This process includes formulating and monitoring Interim Support Plans and Positive Behavior Support Plans. Supports implementation of Interim and Positive Behavior Support Plans with teaching teams in classrooms by observation with feedback, monitoring lesson plans, and supporting teaching teams in the classroom with modeling intervention strategies. Supervises the Inclusion Aide position, including biweekly reflective supervision, creating a weekly classroom schedule, and supporting the classroom implementation of individualizations and interventions identified from support plans. In collaboration with program and site leadership, this position is responsible for planning and coordinating staff wellness initiatives throughout the program year. Creates and maintains collaborative community partnership agreements with local community-based mental health services programs to ensure families have access to mental health services in their local community for both parents and children. Qualifications: Master’s degree in social work, Counseling, Psychology, or Marriage and Family Therapy is required. Clinical licensure is strongly preferred. Minimum of two years of experience in an Early Childhood Education. Strong understanding of the Head Start Program Performance Standards. Demonstrated understanding of infant and early childhood mental health consultation practices within the scope of the Head Start Program Performance Standards Knowledgeable of theories and principles of child growth, development, and early childhood education. Familiarity with various Early Childhood Education curriculums, assessment systems, and lesson planning. Experience with Creative Curriculum and Teaching Strategies Gold strongly preferred. Communicate effectively and function well with parents, staff, and various professional community groups. Experience in working with culturally diverse populations and demonstrating a commitment to upholding the values of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Strong analytical, communication (both written and verbal), interpersonal, and organizational skills. Ability to work independently and collaborate as a member of a team. Must understand Head Start/Early Head Start Performance Standards and local licensing requirements. Salary: $77,400 - $82,000 We believe that all employees should be paid fairly. As of the time of this posting, this is the expected base annual salary range. The base annual salary will be based on a wide range of factors, including skills, qualifications, experience, as well as business needs and limitations. Our generous benefit plan includes:
Comprehensive Health Plans, Commitment to Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion, Holistic Wellness Program, Professional Development Program, 401k Contribution, Paid Volunteer Days, 6-months paid parental leave and much more. Start Early is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to our core values by creating an inclusive environment for all staff.
Job Description
We are hiring in Lake County, IL. Start Early Lake County provides high-quality care, best-in-class education, and a stimulating learning environment to children from birth to five years old. As a program that serves low-income families, Start Early’s research-based program helps children develop the literacy, language, early math, and social-emotional skills they need to succeed in kindergarten and beyond. We are recruiting individuals who want to join us in this mission and share a commitment to our core values of
appreciation & respect, empowerment, diversity, excellence, learning, and communication. As the Mental Health Coordinator, you will ensure Head Start/Early Head Start programs implement and adhere to the Head Start Performance Standards, state, and local requirements for Mental Health services and implement systems to provide Mental Health services according to Start Early’s Early/Head Start Network policies and procedures. When you join our team as a Mental Health Coordinator, you will: Coordinates with program Mental Health Consultant to ensure mental health services are being provided according to the Head Start Program Performance Standards and Start Early Policies and Procedures. Responsible for leading the Conscious Discipline Action Team, including coordination, training schedule, tracking, and monitoring of the implementation of the Conscious Discipline social emotional curriculum in both Early Head Start and Head Start programs. Responsible for coordinating a multidisciplinary team that supports children going through the mental health referral process. This process includes formulating and monitoring Interim Support Plans and Positive Behavior Support Plans. Supports implementation of Interim and Positive Behavior Support Plans with teaching teams in classrooms by observation with feedback, monitoring lesson plans, and supporting teaching teams in the classroom with modeling intervention strategies. Supervises the Inclusion Aide position, including biweekly reflective supervision, creating a weekly classroom schedule, and supporting the classroom implementation of individualizations and interventions identified from support plans. In collaboration with program and site leadership, this position is responsible for planning and coordinating staff wellness initiatives throughout the program year. Creates and maintains collaborative community partnership agreements with local community-based mental health services programs to ensure families have access to mental health services in their local community for both parents and children. Qualifications: Master’s degree in social work, Counseling, Psychology, or Marriage and Family Therapy is required. Clinical licensure is strongly preferred. Minimum of two years of experience in an Early Childhood Education. Strong understanding of the Head Start Program Performance Standards. Demonstrated understanding of infant and early childhood mental health consultation practices within the scope of the Head Start Program Performance Standards Knowledgeable of theories and principles of child growth, development, and early childhood education. Familiarity with various Early Childhood Education curriculums, assessment systems, and lesson planning. Experience with Creative Curriculum and Teaching Strategies Gold strongly preferred. Communicate effectively and function well with parents, staff, and various professional community groups. Experience in working with culturally diverse populations and demonstrating a commitment to upholding the values of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Strong analytical, communication (both written and verbal), interpersonal, and organizational skills. Ability to work independently and collaborate as a member of a team. Must understand Head Start/Early Head Start Performance Standards and local licensing requirements. Salary: $77,400 - $82,000 We believe that all employees should be paid fairly. As of the time of this posting, this is the expected base annual salary range. The base annual salary will be based on a wide range of factors, including skills, qualifications, experience, as well as business needs and limitations. Our generous benefit plan includes:
Comprehensive Health Plans, Commitment to Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion, Holistic Wellness Program, Professional Development Program, 401k Contribution, Paid Volunteer Days, 6-months paid parental leave and much more. Start Early is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to our core values by creating an inclusive environment for all staff.