Mental Health Consultant (La Paz & Mohave County)

About the role

We are seeking to hire a part-time, 20-hour, experienced mental health professional to service La Paz and Mohave Counties (e.g., Bullhead City, Lake Havasu City, Kingman & Parker) in an expanded role as an early childhood mental health consultant to provide consultation services within early care and education settings.

Responsibilities

• Engage in relationship-based work that supports healthy caregiver-child attachment relationships and encourage responsive, nurturing learning environments
• Demonstrate sensitivity to linguistic, cultural, social, economic, individual and role differences among persons and families served
• Help providers understand the effects of stress and trauma on families and consider all levels of influence to support young children and their caregivers
• Assist providers with identification of behavioral or emotional needs of young children, through classroom observation and provide community resources as needed to the families they serve
• Collaborate with childcare staff, directors, and families to generate suggestions and trauma informed strategies to promote optimal mental health in all children
• Provide training on overall social and emotional wellness with specific topics related to child development, emotional regulation, communication, self-care, and other related topics
• Join us in a state-wide effort to reduce preschool expulsion

Requirements

• Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, Social Work, Counseling, Psychology or related
• Must be eligible for licensure through the AZ Board of Behavioral Health Examiners
• Possess an insured & reliable vehicle and a valid AZ driver’s license
• Valid Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card - OR - must qualify for a valid Arizona Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card
• DES Criminal Affidavit Required
• AZ DHS Criminal History Affidavit Required
• FPC DPS Verification Required

Qualifications

• Knowledge and utilization of attachment theory, trauma informed approach and adult mental health principles is preferred
• Experience working with children ages birth to five and their families
• At least one year post master's clinical experience
• Knowledge of NAEYC Code of Ethics

Skills

• Master's or better in Counseling or related field
• Licenses & Certifications Required: DES Criminal Affidavit, Auto Ins Certificate, Driver License, Fingerprint Card Level 1, FPC DPS Verification
• Preferred: Knowledge and utilization of attachment theory, trauma informed approach and adult mental health principles is preferred
• Experience working with children ages birth to five and their families
• One year(s): Post master's clinical experience
• Knowledge of NAEYC Code of Ethics

Benefits

• 401(k) matching every paycheck
• Generous paid time off
• Work/life balance with a part-time manageable caseload
• Weekly reflective supervision to support you in this new role
• Comprehensive onboarding program with a variety of professional development activities including monthly professional book clubs, trauma and attachment training
• Involvement in the ongoing advancement of equity, diversity, and inclusion practices in the work of consultation
• Supportive and collaborative mental health work in an environment that supports the mental health of our staff

Pay

Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Part-time, 20 hours per week.