Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant

$1,250 - $2,500 per month

Greater Cincinnati Behavioral Health Services

Job Description

Join our mission to help individuals with mental health disorders lead healthy and productive lives. Greater Cincinnati Behavioral Health Services (GCBHS) is hiring a full-time Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant to promote social-emotional wellness in early childhood settings through education, consultation, and trauma-informed support in Lebanon, OH.

As the region’s most comprehensive behavioral healthcare provider, GCBHS serves over 30,000 individuals annually through a wide array of programs and services. With over 700 dedicated employees, we are committed to empowering lives and strengthening communities.

Why Work at GCBHS?

Named a Top Workplace every year since 2010
Generous Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
Public Student Loan Forgiveness eligible employer
Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
403(b) Retirement Plan with agency match
Tuition Assistance ($1,250–$2,500/semester)
Quarterly performance bonuses
Free CEUs and professional development opportunities
Flexible scheduling for better work-life balance

Position Overview
As a Prevention Specialist, you will serve young children and families by partnering with early childhood education providers—including Head Start programs, childcare centers, and preschools—to promote positive social-emotional development.

Key Responsibilities for Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant

Conduct classroom observations and provide behavior management consultation
Teach social-emotional lessons to small groups and classrooms
Develop individualized support plans in collaboration with educators and families
Refer families to community-based services as needed
Lead trainings on trauma, ACEs, resilience, parenting, and mental health
Represent GCBHS at community meetings and stakeholder events

Position Requirements for Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant

Bachelor’s degree in Child Development, Early Childhood or Elementary Education, Psychology, Social Work, or a related human services field
Ohio Teaching License or LSW, LPC is required
Ability to obtain Early Childhood Mental Health Credential within 2 years
Additional credentials preferred:
- Infant Mental Health Practitioner Credential
- Trauma-Informed Care, Mental Health First Aid, or QPR certificates

Core Competencies

Strong knowledge of early childhood development
Culturally competent and trauma-informed practice
Strong communication, collaboration, and active listening skills
Ability to work independently and across interdisciplinary teams
Comfort traveling between program sites

GCBHS incorporates principles of trauma-informed care in all services. We value cultural sensitivity and strive to maintain a safe and respectful environment for all clients and staff. Prior training or experience in trauma care is highly valued.

GCBHS has been named a Top Workplace in Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky every year since 2010. Learn more at
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