Mental Health Manager

SEK-CAP•Girard, KS

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Mental Health Manager leads the development and delivery of high-quality mental health services that meet or exceed Head Start Performance Standards and state licensing requirements. This role enhances the capacity of staff to support children's positive social, emotional, and behavioral development through evidence-based strategies, data-informed decision-making, and effective collaborations with families and community partners. The manager also supervises the social/emotional team and oversees the integration of mental health practices across the program.

Requirements

Basic computer skills General PC knowledge, must have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, data entry, Email and Digital Calendars
Basic operation skills of general office equipment such as photocopiers, faxes, and phone systems.
Superior interpersonal skills. Ability to get along with diverse personalities. Tactful, mature, and flexible.
Ability to meet and deal tactfully with the public and to communicate effectively and clearly both orally and in writing.
Resourceful and well organized.
Ability to learn and adapt.
Minimum of bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Early Childhood or Special Education.
Obtain and uphold current First Aid and CPR certification.
Submit to and pass standard criminal history check.
Possess current, valid driver’s license and meet agency insurance underwriting guidelines.
Successfully complete a physical exam and TB skin test before beginning employment.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of IEP and IFSP, preferred.
Two-year experience working in the field of Special Education, Mental Health or Behavior Management is preferred.
Supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide supervision, leadership, and guidance to Behavior Interventionists to ensure compliance across all service areas.
Conduct performance evaluations per policy and annually on the employee’s anniversary date.
Provide corrective actions as needed to ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
Review and approve timesheets for supervised staff.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Ensure mental health services meet or exceed State Licensing and Head Start Performance Standards through Memorandums of Understandings (MOUs).
Ensure staff are knowledgeable and competent in standards, policies and procedures related to social emotional strategies.
Train staff on the mental health referral process while ensuring staff are aware of the importance of Ages & Stages Social Emotional (ASQ-SE) assessments in the process.
Maintain up-to-date mental health policies and procedures.
Conduct classroom observations on social emotional data when needed.
Guide and support staff in implementing social-emotional strategies.
Review data collected by Behavior Interventionist to evaluate the effectiveness of individualized strategies and support plans.
Support Behavior Interventionist in tracking and analyzing data for children receiving mental health services and/or social-emotional support plans.
Coordinate with contracted mental health consultants and manage related service agreements.
Monitor monthly mental health notes in database.
Be knowledgeable of community resources and support staff in referring families for services.
Plan and facilitate Health and Mental Health Advisory Committee meetings in collaboration with the Health Services Manager.
Track and facilitate the mental health referral process.
Collaborate with the Education Manager and Lead Instructional Coach to implement social-emotional curriculum, strategies, and screenings.
Review mental health consultation notes and collaborate with instructional staff to address identified issues.
Coordinate with Disabilities Coordinator in regards to children who have mental health diagnoses and IEP/IFSP.
Ensure accurate and timely data collection for PIR and assist in annual program self-assessments.
Maintain regular, reliable attendance to ensure consistency.
Demonstrate professionalism by actively advocating for SEK-CAP, Inc. within the community and serving as a strong advocate for Head Start children and families.
Respecting and supporting cultural differences and diverse family structures while maintaining strict confidentiality and privacy of all those involved with SEK-CAP. Through these actions, the Center Supervision upholds the agency’s mission and fosters trust, inclusiveness, and positive relationships with families and the community.
Ability to establish and maintain positive, effective working relationships with co-workers, community partners, and customers.
Demonstrate a strong work ethic by adhering to schedules, following supervision directives, and complying with all agency policies and procedures.
Attend required in-service training, staff meetings, and agency events.
Travel as needed within the service area, with occasional out-of-area trips for training.
Work flexible hours as required.
Report any suspected abuse or neglect in accordance with policy.