Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant

STARFISH FAMILY SERVICES INC•Livonia, MI

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant (IECMHC) provides infant and early childhood mental health consultation in an early childhood educational setting. The role includes classroom observations; trainings for education employees and parents; reflective supervision groups; collaboration with a multidisciplinary team and management; screening, assessment, and referrals; and support to help children participate successfully in their educational setting. Employees work with considerable professional autonomy and creativity under the supervision of the IECMHC Supervisor. The consultant provides services consistent with the Starfish IECMHC Best Practices guide and applicable Michigan Medicaid requirements and agency guidelines. Services may take place in home and community settings when needed and with a State of Michigan clinical license. The position also involves coordination across agency departments and community providers, documentation and billing, participation in supervision and training, and compliance with applicable policies and confidentiality requirements.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or another related human service field.
At least one year of experience in the examination, evaluation, and treatment of the early childhood population.
Basic knowledge of infant/child and adult mental health.
Good formal and informal assessment skills.
Ability to demonstrate commitment, caring, and respect for children and adults from diverse backgrounds with multiple needs.
Ability to work cooperatively and responsibly as a team member with colleagues, supervisors, agency staff, and collateral contacts.
Ability to develop treatment plans and coordinate services using a person-centered planning approach.
Knowledge of parenting techniques and interventions for young children.
Ability to make critical decisions independently of immediate supervision.
Knowledge of community resources and provision of case management services.
Experience with cross-systems service delivery.
Competence in delivering crisis intervention services.
Computer literacy and some experience with electronic medical records and Microsoft Office.
Ability to communicate effectively, appropriately, and accurately, both orally and in writing.
Ability and willingness to abide by Starfish Family Services policies and procedures.
Ability to give and receive constructive feedback.
Ability to work flexible hours as needed; some early mornings, evenings, or weekends are sometimes required.
Ability to work with community members regardless of race, age, sex, sexual orientation, or cultural or ethnic background.
Ability to maintain professional and ethical standards and represent the agency professionally while developing relationships with community agencies.
Commitment to personal and professional work in diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Valid State of Michigan driver’s license and reliable transportation with automobile insurance.

Nice To Haves

Full or limited license in social work, counseling, or psychology in the State of Michigan.
Infant Mental Health Specialist Endorsement.
Knowledge of the Infant Mental Health model and relationship-focused intervention.
Experience providing and receiving reflective supervision.
Understanding of the Reflective Supervision Model and interest in providing groups to early education employees.

Responsibilities

Provide services outlined in the Starfish IECMHC Best Practices guide to support socio-emotional health and wellness in preschool settings.
Coordinate and monitor intra-agency referrals for evaluations, consultation, preschool, and other services among Early Childhood Education, Behavioral Health Services, and community providers.
Learn and apply Office of Head Start performance standards related to mental health.
Develop and facilitate groups for children, parents, and/or Early Childhood Education staff as needed.
Provide comprehensive assessments and treatment planning with measurable objectives as needed.
Provide support and crisis intervention to participating families and children.
Provide Infant Mental Health and Early Childhood services in home and community settings in accordance with the Michigan Medicaid Provider Manual and agency guidelines, as needed and with a State of Michigan clinical license.
Provide parent education and developmental guidance.
Participate in marketing and community outreach activities as needed.
Provide programming and mental health training to other professionals.
Submit timely and accurate service documentation, billing data, and required paperwork.
Work constructively with team members, the supervisor, children, families, and community contacts in keeping with the program and agency mission.
Participate in individual and group supervision, agency meetings, and training.
Cooperate with investigations related to personnel, licensing, accreditation, or other circumstances as needed.
Follow federal, state, local, and agency policies and procedures regarding documentation, productivity, training, program guidelines, and confidentiality.
Perform other related duties assigned by a supervisor or management.