Part Time Mental Health Consultant - Montclair Child Development Corporation

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work or counseling with a professional license (LSW, LAC, LCSW, LPC).
• Experience working with young children (birth to age 5) and families.
• Knowledge of early childhood development and trauma-informed practices.
• Strong communication, consultation, and training skills.
• Experience in a Head Start or early childhood education setting.
• Experience with behavioral assessment and intervention planning.
• Familiarity with community mental health systems and early intervention services.

Responsibilities

• Child & Classroom Support
• - Conduct classroom observations to assess social-emotional development and behavioral needs.
• - Collaborate with teachers to develop individualized behavior support strategies.
• - Promote inclusive practices and positive classroom management techniques.
• - Support early identification of developmental, behavioral, and mental health concerns.
• - Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and child staffing discussions.
• Family Engagement
• - Partner with families to address children’s emotional and behavioral needs.
• - Provide parent education on child development, attachment, trauma, resilience, and positive discipline.
• - Assist families in accessing community mental health services and resources.
• - Maintain sensitive and respectful communication with families from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
• Staff Consultation & Training
• - Provide reflective consultation and coaching to program staff.
• - Support staff in managing challenging behaviors and reducing burnout.
• - Deliver professional development trainings on topics such as:
• - Trauma-informed care
• - Social-emotional learning
• - De-escalation strategies
• - Stress management and staff wellness
• Program Compliance & Collaboration
• - Ensure services align with Head Start Performance Standards and state licensing requirements.
• - Maintain documentation of consultation activities, referrals, and follow-up services.
• - Collaborate with community agencies, therapists, school districts, and healthcare providers.
• - Participate in program planning, crisis response, and continuous quality improvement efforts.
• - Complies with mandated coursework for professional development through Relias Learning.
• - Perform other duties as assigned by the Senior Director of Clinical Services.

Reports to

Senior Director of Clinical Services

Benefits

• Full paid medical coverage for eligible staff.
• Generous 401(k) match.
• Plentiful Paid Holidays, Vacation, Personal and Sick time.