Mental Health Coordinator

Are you a socially conscious dedicated individual who is committed to building a better future for children families and their communities If so join us as we support early childhood education programs across the country to create positive outcomes for the children and families served.

As a Mental Health Specialist at Acelero Learning you will play a critical role in supporting the social-emotional well-being of children families and staff within our Early Head Start and Head Start programs. This position offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with educators families and interdisciplinary teams to identify behavioral and mental health needs implement supportive strategies and strengthen classroom environments that promote healthy child development.

If you are passionate about child mental health early intervention family partnership and creating equitable outcomes for children and communities we welcome you to join our mission-driven team.

Why Acelero

Our mission is bold: To design and deliver research and evidence-based approaches to eliminate the gaps between young childrens inherent potential and their achievement in school and life. With our partners we accelerate child and family outcomes that honor all of the aspirations and cultures of the communities we serve.

Our values: Data-Informed Learning; Transparent & Open Communication; Growth Mindset; Championing Equality; Caring Teams & Communities.

Your Role:

As a Mental Health Specialist you will provide expertise coaching and consultation to support the emotional wellness and behavioral health of children and families. You will partner closely with Early Learning teams to strengthen classroom practices guide interventions conduct observations and assessments and connect families with appropriate resources and supports.

You will also help build staff capacity through coaching workshops and reflective practices while promoting fidelity to program models and behavioral support frameworks across centers and classrooms.

What Youll Do:

Support Childrens Mental Health & Development

• Conduct classroom and center-based observations to identify social-emotional behavioral and developmental concerns.

• Lead the development of behavioral support strategies for children displaying challenging behaviors.

• Conduct Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs) as needed.

• Support referrals and connections to community-based mental health and developmental resources.

• Collaborate with Early Learning Inclusion Specialists to discuss observations concerns and intervention strategies.

Partner with Families

• Build supportive relationships with families to address behavioral and mental health needs.

• Provide parents with education related to emotional wellness mental health concerns and intervention strategies.

• Support family participation in mental health services and home learning activities including PEER Cards and other tools.

• Coordinate parent workshops that promote family engagement and mental health awareness.

Coach & Support Staff

• Meet with Head Start and Early Head Start staff to strengthen understanding of child mental health and behavioral support practices.

• Facilitate workshops and training focused on emotional wellness classroom behavior strategies and mental health support.

• Conduct classroom observations and create plans to improve implementation fidelity.

• Facilitate Pyramid Model 8-Part Series Training for teaching staff.

• Support program-wide implementation of social-emotional and behavioral support models.

Documentation & Collaboration

• Maintain timely and accurate reports observation notes and documentation within program data systems.

• Participate in assigned meetings training and interdisciplinary collaboration opportunities.

• Maintain regular center schedules and ongoing communication with program leadership and teams.

What You Bring:

Passion for Child & Family Wellness

• A strong commitment to supporting the social-emotional well-being of young children families and educators in diverse communities.

Educational Background

• Bachelors degree in Social Work Clinical Psychology Psychiatry or a related field required.

Professional Experience

• Experience working with children and families in ethnically diverse low-income communities required.

• Experience collaborating with early childhood education teams is preferred.

• Knowledge of infant and toddler mental health strongly preferred.

Licensure & Expertise

• Must be a licensed or certified Mental Health provider within the state.

• Demonstrated expertise in child behavioral health and mental health interventions.

Skills & Abilities

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to build collaborative relationships with staff families and community partners.

• Knowledge of TPOT/TIPITOS frameworks and classroom observation practices preferred.

• Demonstrated computer literacy skills including Google Suite spreadsheets data systems and internet navigation.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

When/Where/How Much

When: Summer 2026
Where: Acelero Learning Clark County Headquarters
How Much: $80000 per year comprehensive benefits package

Why Youll Love Working with Us

• A mission-driven organization focused on equity and educational opportunity

• A collaborative and supportive team environment

• Opportunities for professional growth coaching and leadership development

• Meaningful work that positively impacts children families and communities

• A workplace culture rooted in inclusion wellness and continuous learning

Robust Benefits That Support Your Wellbeing

• Medical Dental and Vision Insurance

• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match

• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance

• Life Insurance

• Professional Development Reimbursements

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Wellness Programs and Employee Perks

If youre ready to make a meaningful impact by supporting the emotional wellness and development of children and families apply now to join Acelero Learning as our next Mental Health Coordinator/Consultant. Together we can help every child thrive.

Why Acelero Learning or Shine Early Learning
- Ability to make an impact in the lives of the children families and partners we serve
- Career growth and professional development opportunities
- Supportive working environment
- Average of 5 weeks of paid time off during 1st year of employment
- Comprehensive benefits including 401K matching and 100% vesting program

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and healthy work place.