Early Childhood Consultation Partnership (ECCP®) Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant
The Early Childhood Consultation Partnership (ECCP®) is a nationally recognized, evidence based, statewide early childhood mental health consultation program, developed to meet the social/emotional needs of children birth to five. ECCP® is designed to build the capacity of caregivers by identifying strengths and offering support, education, and consultation, which promotes the most enduring and optimal outcomes for young children. ECCP® is managed by Advanced Behavioral Health (ABH), Inc. ABH works in partnership with community based mental health agencies related to the ECCP® Early Childhood Consultant positions.
Position summary: The Early Childhood Consultation Partnership (ECCP®) Consultant provides mental health consultation to early care and education programs and families within a certain area of the state. In addition, the ECCP® Consultant is responsible for writing action plans, and working within an Information System. ECCP® Consultants also attend early childhood community and statewide collaboratives and provide trainings to early childhood providers on social emotional topics. The ECCP® Consultant will be provided with specialized training as well as ongoing supervision.
Qualifications: A Master’s Degree in Mental Health, (associate license required) at least 2 years of post graduate experience working in the field of mental health with young children and families, experience working in early care and education settings a plus. Excellent time management and organizational skills are a must. Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
Travel is required for this position, a valid CT driver’s license and reliable transportation is needed.
The following areas/agencies have an ECCP® Consultant position opening:
Danbury/Wellmore
Norwich/United Community and Family Services
Manchester/Community Health Resources
To apply, send your cover letter and resume to ECCP® Program Director, Jola Borto at jborto@abhct.com. In the subject line of your email, please write: “Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant Position” and indicate which town(s) you are interested in applying for. ABH will forward you inquiry to the hiring agency.
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