Head Start Mental Health Coordinator

Do you have a background in early childhood mental health

Are you skilled in communication and building relationships

MAHUBE-OTWA is actively seeking a passionate Head Start Mental Health Coordinator to provide vital mental health consultation and support to our staff and this role you will play a key part in promoting the emotional well-being of young children in our program.

Your expertise will help create a nurturing environment where children can thrive as you work collaboratively with educators to implement best practices in mental health awareness. Responsibilities include conducting assessments developing personalized mental health strategies providing training and resources to staff and engaging with families to support their childrens mental health needs.

Join us in making a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families in our community!

Pay: $28.39 - $29.91

Schedule: Non-Exempt Day Shift Monday Friday 40 hours/week full time year-round with reduced summer hours & two one-week layoffs spread over the program year

Remote Work: Possible One Day Per Week Remote may travel within our 5-county area (Mahnomen Hubbard Becker and Otter Tail)

Location(s): Detroit Lakes MN or Park Rapids MN

Benefits: Health & Dental Insurance Vision Short Term Disability Long Term Disability Life Insurance Retirement Plan Holiday Pay PTO and more

Why join the MAHUBE-OTWA family

Be part of our team of passionate purpose-driven colleagues who believe in our Agency values - Client Focused Community Minded and Resourceful. Help us achieve our Mission to empower people to achieve self-sufficiency. Make a lasting impact in the fight against poverty and homelessness. Make a difference in the lives of others. Help us deliver tangible results that empower people and strengthen our communities.

EEO Statement: MAHUBE-OTWA will not discriminate against or harass any employee or applicant for employment because of race color creed religion national origin sex sexual orientation gender identity disability age marital status familial status membership or activity in a local human rights commission or status regarding public assistance. We will ensure that all our employment practices are free of discrimination. Such employment practices include but are not limited to the following: hiring upgrading demotion transfer recruitment or recruitment advertising selection layoff disciplinary action termination rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training including apprenticeship. We will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities whenever possible.

A COMPLETED AGENCY APPLICATION IS REQUIRED as well as 2 work related letters of reference. Please add references to your application or send separately to Complete the application on our website include but are not limited to:

• Bachelors (BS or BA) degree in area to be coordinated (health education mental health or family services or a combination of education and experience.
• Five years of experience in delivery of comprehensive services for families with children ages birth-5 years including planning organizing and supervisory skills; or a demonstrated ability to fulfill the job responsibilities.
• Knowledge of health mental health nutrition family systems early childhood development and developmentally appropriate practices.
• Must be able to make decisions relating to program operations.
• Knowledge and ability to develop an effective working relationship with partners.
• Must possess strong organizational and interpersonal relationship skills as well as the ability to be resourceful flexible adaptable and demonstrate commitment.
• Must be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Must have the ability to train parents and staff as well as the ability to express/exchange ideas and provide instructions to staff clients and the public.
• Must be able and willing to make home visits.
• First Aid and CPR certification required.
• Must possess computer skills including but not limited to email internet data entry and computer files.
• Must be able to honor private/confidential information.
• Must be able to engage in problem resolution assess need/problem objectively and manage crisis situations.
• Maintain positive attitude exhibit professionalism and respect in working and communicating with Head Start staff families children and community partners. Work to develop a positive team approach to meeting the needs of children and families.
• Must possess a valid Drivers License vehicle insurance good driving record and willingness to use personal vehicle in the course of employment.
• DHS NetStudy clearance required.