Mental Health Consultant (Yavapai County)

About the role

We are seeking to hire a full-time, 32 hour, experienced mental health professional to service Yavapai County (e.g., Prescott, Prescott Valley, Verde Valley & Sedona) 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 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
• Degree 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

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge and utilization of attachment theory, resiliency and protective factors 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

• Knowledge of NAEYC Code of Ethics

Benefits

Smart Support is a nationally recognized program comprised of mental health professionals who work within early care and education settings including center-based and home-based childcare centers, school district preschools and home visiting programs throughout our state. We partner with early childhood educators to enhance their understanding of and capacity to meet the mental health needs of young children living in urban, rural, and tribal communities.

Pay

Competitive salary commensurate with experience

Schedule

Full-time, 32 hours per week

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
• Supportive and collaborative mental health work in an environment that supports the mental health of our staff

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