Head Start Behavioral Health Coordinator

Keystone Human Services•Hummelstown, PA

35d•$25

About The Position

Capital Area Head Start is seeking a full time Behavioral Health Coordinator to join our mission of making a difference in the lives of children, empowering parents, and strengthening families. As a Behavioral Health Coordinator, you will implement and coordinate social-emotional supports for children and families. This includes crisis intervention, emergency assistance, child abuse prevention, and case management. Services are provided throughout Dauphin, Cumberland, and Perry counties. Behavioral Health Coordinators work 10 months out of the year and enjoy summers off while earning a minimum of $25.26 per hour. Schedules are based according to the school year and include 1650 work hours. Additional benefits include a competitive benefits package comprised of medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401K, and more! Capital Area Head Start values professional growth and wellbeing. Our team benefits from extensive training and learning opportunities, career development and advancement, tuition reimbursement per eligibility guidelines, and health and wellness programs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, or related field
Significant experience/knowledge in behavioral health supports for pregnant mothers, children ages 0-5, working with at risk families, emergency assistance, crisis intervention, family advocacy and trauma informed practices
Intermediate computer skills, ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel Outlook and learn web-based systems
Valid driver’s license and access to properly insured vehicle, or public transportation
Successful completion of pre-employment process, including Criminal History, MVR, Child Abuse and FBI clearances
Passion, enthusiasm, creativity, and commitment to make a difference