Infant Mental Health Consultant
MISIDE•Detroit, MI
•$30 - $38•Onsite
About The Position
This is a full-time professional position providing specialized consultation and training that helps early childhood professionals build the capacity to support children’s social and emotional needs. The person in this position functions with a great deal of professional independence under the general guidance and supervision of the Lead Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in social work, psychology, or a related field with appropriate State of MI licensure
- MI-AIMH endorsement of Infant Family Specialist (IFS) (Level II) within 1 year of hire.
- Valid MI license and ability to meet agency’s insurance company’s standards of coverage
- MiRegistry approved trainer within 1 year of hire
Nice To Haves
- Infant Mental Health Specialist (IMHS) (Level III) is preferred
- Minimum of two (2) years of experience working with home based childcare providers preferred
- Minimum of two (2) years of experience with infants and young children in a mental health position
- Leadership skills, initiative, and the ability to work collaboratively
Responsibilities
- Provide collaborative, relationship-based mental health consultation to home care providers, center/school-based teachers, and directors to promote equitable learning environments and overall well-being
- Demonstrate the ability to work in diverse early childhood programs and settings
- Observe and provide classroom/program assessment and feedback
- Provide child and family centered consultation when caregivers or parents/guardians have concerns regarding specific children
- Develop strength-based goals with teachers and families
- Provide modeling, resources, and referrals as needed
- Conduct community outreach to heighten the awareness of children’s mental health needs
- Maintain a caseload, assist in program implementation and reporting as required by funding source
- Provide training and workshops for early childhood professionals and parents
- Engage in reflective supervision with supervisor and peers
- Establish and maintain relationships with those in the community serving infants, toddlers, and young children
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
