Mental Health & Disability Coordinator

CROSSROADS YOUTH AND FAMILY SERVICES INC • Seminole, OK

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Mental Health/Disabilities Coordinator designs, coordinates and implements the mental health and disabilities program service areas for the Head Start program, in accordance with the Early Childhood Development and Health Services sections of the Head Start Performance Standards.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in social work, or related field preferred or an equivalent combination of education and experience such as a bachelor’s degree with 3-5 years of experience
• minimum of three (3) years’ successful experience in counseling services
• Excellent written and verbal communication, organizational, problem solving, interpersonal and analytical skills required.
• Knowledge and development of community resources, methods and practices of health and safety precautions, and providing structure for children and youth.
• Computer literate.
• Must possess a valid Oklahoma driver’s license.
• Must be computer literate and have accurate typing skills as well as the ability to operate a variety of office equipment
• Community resources, methods and practices of health and safety precautions, providing age-appropriate education services and facilitating family involvement in program services
• Ability to comply with Head Start Performance Standards.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical, drug screen and tuberculosis test.
• A Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation background check is required.
• Must be found to be free from any physical, mental or emotional conditions, determined by a qualified physician and/or psychologist, which with or without accommodation might affect the ability of the employee to perform essential job functions.

Responsibilities

• Designs, coordinates and implements the mental health and disabilities program service areas for the Head Start program, in accordance with the Early Childhood Development and Health Services sections of the Head Start Performance Standards.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefit plans with some employer paid benefits
• Life insurance & long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Tuition assistance
• Paid holidays, sick, and vacation/school breaks

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level