Mental Health Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Join a Team Where Your Work Truly Makes a Difference!                    Safe Children, Stable Families, Successful Lives. At CMCS (Cardinal McCloskey Community Services), our mission is to protect, empower and promote independence for at-risk Children & Families and those with developmental disabilities through quality community-based services. As a Mental Health Specialist, you will be responsible for providing mental health support services to infants, toddlers, pregnant women and families. The HS/EHS Mental Health Specialist will provide a range of services, including individual and dyadic observations of infants, toddlers, parents and/or care givers on site and at home. The HS/EHS Mental Health Specialist will also provide guidance to staff and administrators; screening, assessment and referral; provision of group services; parent and staff trainings; programmatic support; interfacing with community providers; and supervision of social work graduate school interns. The HS/EHS Mental Health Specialist will support best practices throughout the program, maintain records and support compliance in accordance with Head Start and Early Head Start regulations and guidelines..  Requirements:Master 's Degree or doctorate required in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related fieldCompetence in Early Childhood Mental HealthNYS licensure requiredMinimum of 2 years direct experience in a mental health setting providing servicesKnowledge of Early Head StartCMCS Offers:Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance403(b) Retirement PlanGenerous Paid Time OffFlexible Work Schedules                          Make a Difference Every DayIf you're ready to make a meaningful impact and be part of a compassionate, dedicated team, apply today and start your journey with CMCS!#HR24S