Disabilities & Mental Heath Specialist at Chicanos Por La Causa – Phoenix, Arizona

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CPLC's Early Childhood Development (ECD) programs are committed to giving every child, regardless of circumstances at birth, an opportunity to succeed in school and life. Provides full-day, full-year early childhood development services to low income children, ages 0-3 years, and their families in educationally-stimulating learning environments. Migrant Head Start program provides full-day, full-year program services to children, ages 0-5 years, of migrant and seasonal farm and agriculture working families where hand-picked and row crops are prevalent.

OBJECTIVE AND POSITION SUMMARY
The Disabilities and Mental Health Specialist (DMHS) is responsible to:

• Provide guidance, training and resources to ECD staff and parents in support of the delivery of integrated early childhood services in the areas of disabilities and mental health in Center Based, Home Based and Family Child Care Program Option environments in accordance with local, state and federal regulations and Head Start Program Performance Standards (HSPPS).
• Promotes school readiness by preparing children and families for school and life success as it applies to this position.
• Actively supervise children by sight and sound at all times and in all environments.
• Maintain all health and safety regulations to create an optimum learning environment. Facilitate health practices to keep children safe in the school bus, outdoor and indoor environments.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES
Minimum Qualifications for the DMHS area as follows:

• Applicant must have basic keyboard skills, be able to use computer, computer software programs (e.g. Microsoft Office, Adobe) and web based systems.
• Must possess strong capacity building, oral and written communication, and organizational skills.

Minimum education qualifications (one of the listed below):

• Baccalaureate degree in Special Education plus 1-2 years’ experience.
• Baccalaureate degree in Early Childhood Development plus 1-2 years’ experience.
• Baccalaureate degree in Psychology plus 1-2 years’ experience.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience working with multicultural socio-economic at risk populations is preferred.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish.

We recognize that our success is driven by great talent, and that's why we provide a comprehensive and competitive suite of benefits to serve you and your family.

Full-time employee’s benefits below and click the link to see more:

• Generous Paid Holiday
• Employee Recognition Program
• Paid Time Off & Paid Sick Days
• Free Preventative Services & Wellness Rewards
• Medical, Dental, and Vision for Spouse/Domestic Partner & Children to age 26
• Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Account
• Life + Disability options
• Employee Assistance Program
• Telemedicine & Concierge Services
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Pet Care, Life Mart Purchase Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement for qualifying degrees
• Mileage & Cell Reimbursement for qualifying roles
Identity Theft Protection& Voluntary Benefits

Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

CPLC knows it takes variety of thought, culture, background, and perspective to create a truly impactful workforce. As CPLC grows, we are seeking talented employees with varying backgrounds, cultures, perspectives, and experiences to support our innovation and creativity. CPLC commits to a continued focus on fair and just hiring, training, promotional practices, and policies. We work for real change and progress in equal opportunity recruitment, hiring, and advancement. Learn more by visiting https://www.eeoc.gov/poster

California Residents: Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc and its subsidiaries will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting the Civil Right’s Department Fair Chance Act webpage.