With a career at CHR, you can look forward to a respectful workplace, an inclusive culture, and most importantly, a family. A career can mean different things at different workplaces. Apply now to see what it means to us and what it's like to work somewhere your voice is heard, your wellness is a priority, and your success matters.JOB TITLE:Early Childhood ClinicianEMPLOYMENT TYPE:Full-time, 40 hours/wk SCHEDULED HOURS: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5pm; 1-2 evenings possible per monthPROGRAM/LOCATION:Early Childhood, Manchester, CT PC#: 1800ABOUT THE PROGRAM: Early ChildhoodProvides early childhood mental health consultation, training, assessment, intervention, and linkage to services for children age 0-5 who are attending pre-school and who are in need of consultation to identify strengths and barriers to their care and early intervention to address mental health needs.There are some DCF slots, but DCF involvement is not necessarily required.ABOUT THE POSITION:The ECC will serve as a mental health consultant to early childhood providers, educators, and families with children eligible for this service. The ECC is an expert in the promotion of positive early childhood mental health intervention and services. The ECC will possess skills that include a thorough knowledge of early childhood development/mental health coupled with an understanding of family dynamics and relationship building on an individual/family, provider and community level. This position will represent the consultant's home agency, ABH, and its services in a positive and professional manner and adhere to both agencies best practices, guidelines, policies and procedures as established.By:•Providing mental health consultation to an assignment of daycare centers according to contract guidelines.•Providing, consultation, classroom planning, coordination to daycare providers.•Responding to specific requests for assessment and planning for a child in a daycare center.DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Team with early childcare staff and families to identify and provide interventions for young children, birth to five, who may be at risk of suspension and/or expulsion from a childcare or early education program.•Act as a resource regarding early childhood development with emphasis on emotional and behavioral health and the importance of relationship between the child and parent/guardian.•Complete assessments and individualized plans to involve the early childcare provider, child and family.•Assist early childcare staff with appropriate referral information for identified children and families who may need more specialized services.•Participate in training modules, regularly scheduled statewide meetings and supervisory observations.•Act as a liaison between family, early childcare provider and other support agencies in the community.•Provide public education regarding early childhood topics, through community presentations.•Provide required data and reports.
- Additional duties as required
QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Master's Degree in Human Services related field (Psychology, Social Work, Education, Marriage and Family Counseling).Experience: Extensive knowledge and a demonstrated level of expertise in the field, in early childhood development, emotional and behavioral health, family systems, assessment skills, childhood development, attachment/separation issues, behaviors of new mothers, young mothers and fathers, substance abuse, domestic violence, verbal/physical/sexual abuse/neglect issues, mental illness, failure to thrive, low birth weight infants, and children with physical and developmental disabilities.Licensure/Certification/Registration: Licensed as a medical health professional or license eligible. Why Join CHR? Award-Winning Workplace:
- Proudly recognized as a Top Workplace for 11 consecutive years!
Generous Time Off:
- Enjoy ample paid time off, including a special day off for your birthday!
Retirement Savings:
- Benefit from contributions to your 403b Retirement Plan.
Comprehensive Insurance:
- Competitive premiums with added discounts on pet, auto, and home insurance!
Education & Tuition Support:
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs.
- Student loan repayment assistance (Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Nurse Corps, NHSC/HRSA at select sites).
- Exclusive tuition discounts for CHR employees at several local colleges/universities.
Career Development:
- FREE robust training curriculum, featuring our brand-new Clinical Training Series for interactive learning, practical skill enhancement, and professional growth!
- Clinical supervision and/or mentoring available at many programs.
- Internal career fairs: connect with recruiters to discuss your career aspirations and the various opportunities available within our over 80 programs statewide.
Wellness Program:
- Annual wellness stipend.
- FREE 24/7 confidential counseling sessions and a FREE premium subscription to the Calm app, for employees and their families.
- Fun activities like virtual bring-your-pet-to-work lunches, weekly yoga, coloring contests, employee appreciation events, and more!
Employee Involvement:
- Exciting learning collaborative fostering diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
- Join employee-led resource groups, DEI Council, and Wellness Committee.
- Participate in leadership luncheons with our CEO and various agency committees!
Stay Informed:
- Weekly video updates from our CEO and monthly newsletters to keep you in the loop.
And So Much More:
- Many benefits are available to all staff, regardless of the hours worked, with some subject to eligibility.
Join us at CHR and be part of an exciting, supportive, and dynamic workplace where your growth and well-being are our top priorities COMPENSATION*:$54,996/annually min, and up commensurate upon experience. *Actual rates are determined at the time of offer and are based off relevant experience, as well as adherence to our internal equity policy. Many of our positions offer program/location differentials and/or sign-on incentives. (Please note, for part-time positions this range would be pro-rated based on hours worked.CHR is committed to fostering an inclusive culture that respects differences and honors the experience of our diverse staff. We encourage women, members of ethnic minorities, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with (dis)abilities, and veterans to apply.Take the first step to a meaningful career and apply to CHR today!