ECMHC Mental Health Consultant (Bilingual - Spanish) (3434)
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COLLABORATIVE FOR EDUCATIONAL SERVICES INC ECMHC Mental Health Consultant (Bilingual - Spanish) (3434)
Summary
Provide bilingual (Spanish/English) mental health consultation and support to early education providers and families to address children's social-emotional needs and reduce preschool suspensions.
Supporting Strong Foundations in Early Childhood
We are seeking a dedicated, mission-driven and bilingual Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant to support educators, young children, and families in Hamden County Communities. You will partner directly with early education programs and families to create supportive environments where every child can thrive.
What You Will Do
- Provide Onsite Consultation: Conduct classroom observations, co-create behavioral success plans, and partner directly with educators to meet children’s social-emotional needs using research-based practices.
- Support Families: Deliver confidential home, virtual, or community-based family visits to guide positive behavior strategies, strengthen stability, and connect parents with vital resources.
- Deliver Crisis Intervention: Provide immediate, grounded support in licensed early education settings during challenging situations to stabilize classrooms and prevent suspensions or expulsions.
- Facilitate Professional Development: Design and lead interactive workshops that help early childhood educators integrate trauma-informed practices and new skills into their daily work.
- Connect Community Resources: Serve as a parenting resource specialist, facilitate referrals for specialized evaluations or mental health care, and build strong cross-agency networks for Spanish-speaking families.