Mental Health Aide

Hill Country Community Action Association•Copperas Cove, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Mental Health Aide is responsible for a designated child or children, following classroom management practices, the MH Behavior Management Plan, and a Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) when available or applicable. The aide works closely with the MH/Disability Coordinator, school district, and/or mental health professionals, and provides focused support to a designated child who may have difficulty with classroom management. The role includes diaper changing and completing a monthly Aide Checklist. The aide works only when the child is present, and hours may vary according to classroom needs. The Center Director supervises the aide’s tasks and plans each employee’s work schedule. During the Head Start school year, classroom staff follow an alternate schedule aligned with center operating hours, typically 7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Staff may occasionally need to perform duties outside their alternate schedules to meet program goals.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Ability to record data pertinent to Head Start Performance Standards.
Warm, supportive, pleasant, and positive attitude toward young children and parents.
Reliability.
Ability to communicate and function with various professionals and community groups.
Ability to carry out directions and instructions.
Professional manner and attire.
No record of a conviction that would contraindicate employment.
At least 21 years of age.
Valid Class C driver’s license, reliable vehicle with current liability insurance, and insurability under HCCAA’s vehicle insurance policy.
Complete an initial Head Start physical screening within 30 days of hire.
Obtain or maintain CPR and First Aid certifications within 90 days of hire.
Ability to operate a computer and office machines such as a fax machine, calculator, copier, and telephone.
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds; stand, walk, bend, twist, reach, and sit; and react quickly, including running after a child.
Normal range of hearing and vision.
Ability to manage diverse work problems, resolve problems and conflict, make effective decisions under pressure, listen objectively, identify issues, and help bring them to a successful conclusion.
Ability to interact with employees at all levels of the agency.
Knowledge of basic math and literacy skills.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual skills are encouraged.

Responsibilities

Provide support to designated child or children in accordance with classroom management practices and applicable mental health behavior management and intervention plans.
Work closely with the MH/Disability Coordinator, school district, and/or mental health professional.
Support a designated child who may have difficulty with classroom management.
Change diapers.
Complete the monthly Aide Checklist.
Work only when the designated child is present.
Carry out directions and instructions and record data pertinent to Head Start Performance Standards.
Comply with HCCAA policies and maintain confidentiality in all phases of agency operations.