Easterseals Blake Foundation is hiring for Mental Health Consultants in Southern Arizona. The role provides services for children birth to 5 in childcare settings, increasing providers' capacity to meet social-emotional needs of children. The position requires travel, strong communication skills, and a Master's degree in a related field.
Requirements
- Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a Master's degree that leads toward licensure from the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners required.
- Master's degrees in a related field (Education, Special Education, Child Development, etc.) may be considered with relevant experience.
- Experience working with children birth to twelve years and their families preferred.
- Bilingual (Spanish) preferred.
- Regulatory: Must be at least 21 years of age.
- Current, unrestricted AZ driver's license with no more than two (2) minor moving violations or one (1) accident within the past three (3) years. Three (3) years of driving experience required.
- Must be able to pass extensive criminal background checks.
- Ability to obtain and maintain an AZ DPS Level 1 fingerprint clearance card (employer provides).
- Ability to obtain and maintain a CPR and First Aid certification (Paid training).
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Specialty Instructor Status in the Arizona Early Childhood Workforce Registry.
- Skills/Job Knowledge/Abilities: Able to establish and maintain a team atmosphere of communication and collaboration for all that reach out to the Department. Must be self-directed and be sensitive to cultural and linguistic diversity. Excellent customer service in stressful situations. Maintains a professional appearance, communications, and actions. Excellent interpersonal communication skills. Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing. Independent judgment and discretion in setting daily priorities to complete tasks. Knowledge of adult learning principles and practices of multi-method instruction. Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships in the community. Knowledge of community resources and referrals in the community. Possess a high level of computer proficiency.
Benefits
- Payment assistance for licensure applications and fees once approved
- Public Loan Forgiveness
- Training in evidenced-based practices
- Flexible work schedule (ability to work weekends and evenings)
- Team Environment
- Full Robust Benefits package
- Medical, Dental and Vision
- Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Flexible Spending Account
- Health Savings Account
- Voluntary Life insurance
- Voluntary Short-term Disability insurance
- Critical Illness insurance
- Accident insurance
- Employer paid life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and Employee Assistance Program