Infant Early Childhood Mental Health Supervisor
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Salary: See Position DescriptionLocation : ESD 112 - Service RegionJob Type: Full-TimeJob Number: 202402498Department: EARLY CARE & EDUCATIONOpening Date: 12/03/2024Closing Date: ContinuousThank you for your interest in our employment opportunities. We invite you to apply to be a part of our dynamic team providing quality educational services throughout Southwest Washington, and other areas of the state. For more information review the NEOGOV and General Responsibilities Under the direction of an Early Care and Education (ECE) Manager, the Infant Early Childhood Mental Health Supervisor will provide clinical and reflective supervision for ECE staff providing mental and behavioral health services in early learning settings, including community-based child care, families' homes, and Educational Service District 112 operated direct service programs.Salary:The full range for this position is $86,424.00 - $105,164.80. Important: offers are made at the entry level of the range.Assignment:This position will work full-time, year-round. This work can be hybrid. Full remote work is available to residents of Washington State. A health exam, tuberculosis B test, proof of Measles, Mumps, and Rubella immunity, and a portable background clearance through the Department of Children, Youth, and Families are required prior to the start date. Remote work is available A complete application will include:

Work history going back 10 years

At least three professional reference's contact information

A Cover Letter expressing interest in the position

A Resume that reflects work experience listed on application

Evidence of a Master's degree or higher (unofficial transcripts or copy of diploma)

A copy of your WA DOH license or credentials

Essential Functions/Other Functions Essential Functions:

Provide clinical supervision and support to clinicians and consultants working with infants, young children and their families.

Ensure that therapeutic interventions are developmentally, culturally and linguistically appropriate and are evidence-based.

Support therapists with the diagnostic process.

Facilitate professional development with a focus on infant and early childhood mental health, including training, modeling, coaching and reflecting.

Participate in training and become proficient in ECE program requirements related to mental and behavioral health for young children, families and staff.

Provide regular case consultation and encourage clinicians and consultants to reflect on their work and offer support to address concerns and challenges.

Promote a collaborative approach to case management, involving multi-disciplinary teams, as applicable.

Monitor documentation and provide feedback to include, but not limited to, assessments, individual service plans, progress notes, required consents, releases of information and other legal documentation.

Conduct observations of mental health consultants and therapists.

Participate in initiatives, grant implementation and other projects designed to enhance ECE services.

Participate in community and/or provider collaboratives, workgroups, and meetings regarding mental and behavioral health and/or ECE centers as assigned.

Other Functions:

Attend center staffing meetings when appropriate.

Provide training and consultation for ECE staff on infant and early childhood mental health.

Other duties as assigned.

Minimum/Preferred Qualifications & SkillsMinimum Qualifications:

Master's degree or higher in Mental Health or Social Work.

Washington State Department of Health Licensure as a Mental Health Counselor, Advanced Social Worker or Independent Clinical Social Worker.

Qualify as an Approved Clinical Supervisor as stated in WAC246-809-134.

Experience with infant early childhood mental health and working with young children and families.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills:

Bilingual.

Experience working with community providers.

Knowledge of Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).

Working Conditions/Employment Requirements Working Conditions:

Flexible work hours required.

Travel within the ESD 112 region.

Employment Requirements:

Successful completion of a Portable Background Clearance check through the Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF).

Tuberculosis B test.

Health Exam.

Proof of Measles, Mumps, and Rubella immunity.

Notice of Non-DiscriminationESD 112 does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a disabled person. The following individuals have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

• Civil Rights compliance Officer: Melissa Kreuder, 360-###-####,
• Title IX Compliance Officer: Wendy Niehaus, 360-###-####,
• ADA/504 Compliance Officer: Jeffrey Niess, 360-###-####,

The above information will be provided in the appropriate language for persons with limited English language skills by contacting the ESD at 360-###-####.We provide a professional yet family-friendly work environment. To that end, our benefits are designed to meet the individual needs of our employees and their families.Full-Time or Part-Time positions working at least 17.5 hours per week are eligible for our standard package of benefits; retirement, medical, dental, and vision insurance offered at affordable premiums, we also offer a 25% discount on child care at ECE Child Care centers, tuition reimbursement, credit union membership, an employee assistance program, and much more! Part-time positions working less than 17.5 hours per week or Temporary positions are not eligible for health benefits or paid leave. Eligibility for retirement is based on length of assignment.For details please visit: for a summary of the Benefits of Employment.01 Do you have a Master's degree or higher in Mental Health or Social Work?

• YES
• NO

02 Do you have a Washington State Department of Health Licensure as a Mental Health Counselor, Advanced Social Worker or Independent Clinical Social Worker?

• YES
• NO

03 Do you qualify as an Approved Clinical Supervisor as stated in WAC246-809-134?

• YES
• NO

04 Do you have experience with infant early childhood mental health and working with young children and families?

• YES
• NO

05 Have you ever been convicted of any crime? Please answer YES or NO.Note: For the purpose of this question, convicted includes: (1) All instances in which a plea of guilty or no contest is the basis of a conviction and (2) All proceedings in which a sentence has been suspended or deferred. You need not list traffic infractions that are not misdemeanors or crimes. 06 If you answered YES to the previous question, please provide the following (If you answered NO, please enter N/A):a. A detailed statement including what occurred, the nature of the offense, charge or warrant;b. The name and address of the arresting agency;c. The date of the arrest;d. The final disposition, if any;e. If a court was involved, the name and address of the court;f. The complete arrest report and sentence and judgement; andg. Attach a complete driving abstract for five years if the arrest was driving related. This can be done in the attachments portion of the application process. 07 Do you currently have any outstanding criminal charges or warrants of arrest pending against you in Washington, or any other state, province, territory, and/or country? Please answer YES or NO. If YES, please provide an explanation. 08 Are you presently under investigation in any jurisdiction for possible criminal charges? Please answer YES or NO. If your answer is YES, identify agency and location (street address, city, state), as well as a detailed explanation. 09 Is it true that you have NEVER BEEN convicted of any misdemeanor, gross misdemeanor or felony crimes against children or other persons (including instances in which a plea of guilty or nolo contendere is the basis for the conviction) or any proceedings in which the charge has been deferred from prosecution under Chapter 10.05 RCW or the sentence has been deferred or suspended listed as follows: Aggravated murder, First degree promoting prostitution, First or second degree murder, Communication with a minor, First or second degree kidnapping, First degree arson, First, second or third degree assault, First degree burglary, First, second or third degree rape, Indecent liberties, First, second or third degree rape of a child, Incest, Felony indecent exposure, Vehicular homicide, First or second degree robbery, Unlawful imprisonment, First or second degree manslaughter, Simple assault, First or second degree extortion, Sexual exploitation of minors, First or second degree criminal mistreatment, First or second degree custodial interference, Child abuse or neglect as defined in RCW 26.44.020, Malicious harassment, Selling or distributing erotic material to a minor, First, second or third degree child molestation, Custodial assault, First or second degree sexual misconduct with a minor, Patronizing a juvenile prostitute, Child buying or selling, Violation of child abuse restraining order, Promoting pornography, Prostitution, First, second or third degree assault of a child, Child abandonment, or any of these crimes as they may have been named?

• Yes, I have never been convicted
• No, I have been convicted

10 Are you eligible for lawful employment in the U.S.? Proof of citizenship or legal right to work and identity will be required after hire.

• Yes
• No

11 APPLICANT DECLARATION: Selecting YES authorizes the employer to conduct a background investigation and authorizes the release of information in connection with this application for employment. This investigation may include such information as criminal or civil convictions, driving records, previous employers and educational institutions, electronic/phone personal or professional references, and other appropriate sources.Selecting YES indicates you waive your right of access to such information, and without limitation, hereby release the employer and the reference sources from any liability in connection with its release or use. This release includes the sources cited above and specific examples as follows: The Washington State Patrol (WSP), information from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) of either data on all criminal convictions or certification that no data on criminal convictions is maintained, information from OSPI, the Washington or other State Departments of Social and Health Services and any locality to which they may refer for release of information pertaining to any findings of child abuse or neglect investigations involving you.Selecting YES certifies under the penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of Washington that you have made true, correct and complete answers and statements on this application in the knowledge that they may be relied upon in considering your application. If the information provided or answer(s) to any questions on the application change prior to your being hired, you understand that you must immediately notify the employer. You understand that any omission, falsely answered statement made by you on this application, or any supplement to it will be sufficient grounds for failure to employ you or for your discharge should you become employed.Selecting YES indicates that you understand that you may be subject to Washington State Patrol (WSP) and FBI fingerprint background checks.

• Yes
• No

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