CAPE, Inc. (Community Association for Preschool Education) has a wonderful and immediate opportunity for two (2) Mental Health Clinicians on W2 (Regular Full Time) or on 1099 (independent contractor/consultant) in our dynamic Head Start and Early Head Start programs. 

Eligible for Hiring Bonus!

• Position is Exempt, Salaried, Full Time (40 hours/week), 12 months

• Pay Rate:  Minimum  $6,067/month   Maximum  $6,413/month or $35-$37/hour

• Employees Only (W2) - Eligible for group benefits plans including medical, dental, vision, life insurance and retirement plan; 14 paid Holidays, generous vacation and sick days; educational assistance 

• Reports to Executive Director

CAPE is located in Livermore and consults with young children 0-5 and their families in the office, home, and CAPE centers in Livermore, Dublin, Pleasanton, San Leandro, and Hayward areas.  The Mental Health Consultants provide Mental Health consultation to CAPE Early Head Start and Head Start preschool and partner sites.

Mandatory Requirements:

• (1) Licensed MFT or LCSW with Board of Behavioral Sciences or Licensed Psychologist with Board of Psychology

• (1) Master’s degree and/or certified mental health professional in early childhood special education, early childhood education or child development, and/or a closely related field such as social work, early intervention, mental health, or counseling.

• Maintain professional liability insurance

• Experience and training in principles and practice of Early Childhood Mental Health and Early Childhood Mental Health Consultation

• Must be bi-lingual in Spanish/English

• Valid California Driver’s License

• TB clearance and health screening

• Fingerprint and child abuse index clearance

Essential Functions:

• Implement strategies to identify and support children with mental health and social and emotional concerns

• Assist teachers, other staff, and family childcare providers to improve classroom management and teacher practices through strategies that include using classroom observations and consultations to address teacher and individual child needs and creating physical and cultural environments that promote positive mental health and social and emotional functioning.

• Assist staff to address prevalent child mental health concerns, including internalizing problems such as appearing withdrawn and externalizing problems such as challenging behaviors

• Help parents and staff to understand mental health and access to mental health interventions, if needed

• Attend various meetings and collaborate with CAPE staff to support agency implementation of teaching practices and learning environment strategies that promote child social-emotional development. 

• Provide outreach presentations and trainings to outside community agencies as needed.

• Assist in developing documentation forms, procedures and ensuring timely service and documentation completion to meet various funding requirements.

• Attend community and county sponsored trainings and collaborative meetings related to the program

Mental Health Services:

• Collaborate with CAPE preschools, childcare centers and partners providing consultation and training as needed.

• Complete all required documentation in a timely manner and by stated deadlines.

• Provide appropriate referrals to community resources.

• Report all suspected child abuse according to laws and regulations.

• Attend regularly scheduled training, supervision, and community meetings as assigned.

• Be able to work in a non-traditional setting.

• Be able to travel to varying locations.

Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree or higher in psychology, social work, or related field

• Possess current and active clinical Licensure as a MFT, LCSW with BBS or Psychologist with BOP registration

• Endorsement as an infant/family early childhood mental health specialist or reflective practice facilitator by CA Center, preferred

• 3+ years of experience in the field of social services, preferred

• 3+ years of experience in the field of infant and early childhood mental health 

 (Principles of early childhood mental health assessment, treatment, and diagnosis)

• Experience working with young children 0-5 and their families

• Ability to work with families and staff of varied disciplines and educational levels; must demonstrate acceptance and respect for cultural diversity in all forms, including race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, and religious backgrounds 

• Ability to hold, engage and facilitate reflective practice 

• Initiative-taking; ability to work both independently and in cooperation with others

• Strong and effective communication skills both written and verbal

• Ability to exercise good clinical, legal, and ethical judgment and establish clear professional boundaries

• Ability to prioritize tasks, be meticulous, make sound decisions, and multi-task

• Flexibility: willing to see clients in community settings, in clients home and occasionally to work evenings

• Computer competence: knowledge and comfort in various applications including Child Plus, Microsoft Windows, Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Join our team today!  Submit cover letter, resume, and copy of license or certificate to HR@capeheadstart.org