Fee For Service Early Childhood Specialist

Position Summary The Early Childhood Specialist works closely with the Wheeler Health & Wellness medical staff, under administration of the HRSA early childhood grant, to deliver high quality services to children ages 0-5 and their families that include developmental screening and linkage to services, well-child visit coordination and support and consultation to medical staff on young child development and trauma informed practices. Education and Experience/Qualifications Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Education, Marriage and Family Therapy, Counseling or related human services field is required. Extensive knowledge and demonstrated level of expertise in early childhood development, emotional and behavioral health, family systems, assessment, attachment/separation issues, substance abuse, domestic violence, and abuse and neglect is also required. Valid Driver's License is required; safely operating a vehicle in the community based on program needs. Location Hartford, CT – This position will travel to other locations as needed. Schedule Fee for service, 16-24 hours/week. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Conduct team-based well child visits with parents and their babies and young children with the physician / pediatric nurse practitioner. Provide consultations with families with babies and young children regarding developmental and behavioral concerns such as sleep, discipline, picky eating, etc. Collaborate with Healthy Steps team to implement all core components of the program including universal child development screening, making positive parenting and early learning guidance information readily available to all practice staff, and adjusting workflows for optimal efficiency. Provide consultation to medical professionals and all practice staff regarding early childhood development, infant mental health, and trauma informed practice. Provide referrals and track follow-up, as appropriate, to help families make connections to key resources within the community. Maintain databases required to meet Healthy Steps fidelity metrics including both internal and external referrals. Collaborate with Healthy Steps team to complete annual site reporting to the National Office, which may include analysis of both external database files and EMR data reports. Document all patient clinical activity and care coordination in electronic medical records. Maintain open communication with medical staff and members of the care team. Work closely with pediatric providers around care coordination, goal setting, counseling, coaching and education about key aspects of a child’s development. May conduct home visits and may accompany families to key medical, specialty, and community agency appointments as needed. May facilitate parents’/caregivers’ groups. Participate in reflective supervision meetings. Participate when appropriate in community-wide early childhood meetings. Continuously develop knowledge and understanding about the history, traditions, values, family systems, and artistic expression of groups served as well as use appropriate methodological approaches, skills, and techniques that reflect an understanding of culture. Wheeler Clinic is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Wheeler Health