Job description

Description: Salary Range: $24.00 - $24.55 / hour
Posting: Accepting applications as long as posting is up
To apply: Submit a resume and cover letter
The Mental Health and Disabilities Specialist will work in a fast-paced, early learning educational environment, to provide operational and administrative support in the area of mental health and disabilities for Mile High Early Learning in compliance with Federal, State requirements.
Work Environment:
Mile High Early Learning is a premier provider of early care and education for children 6 weeks to five years focused on growing great young minds and preparing them for kindergarten and the world using a Montessori inspired curriculum approach.
Consider joining a learning organization that is as focused on growing great teachers and family-oriented professionals as we are on providing a high quality educational experience for our students and comprehensive services to our families. Mile High Early Learning invests in our staff with on-going professional development including college courses, certifications, conferences and workshops. Our Professional Development programs include semi-annual Child Development Associate certification trainings, annual Inclusive Practice in Early Childhood training, a Bachelors Residency program, and our MA in Learning, Developmental and Family Sciences program in collaboration with the University of Colorado at Denver.
Mile High Early Learning is seeking candidates who are committed to educational equity, anti-racism, and willing to engage in the hard work it takes to bring positive, impactful change. As an inclusive, learning-centered organization, we embrace innovation, assessment, and reflection to continuously improve.
We are always looking to add thoughtful, energetic, honest, positive, and creative people to our team. Must be an outstanding communicator and rapport builder.
Essential Job Functions of the Mental Health and Disabilities Specialist:

• Support Mental Health/Disabilities services received from outside providers
• Support MHEL’s referral process from birth to five which includes ongoing communication with center staff, parents, and referral agencies
• Provide ongoing coaching in areas of need for classroom staff to support implementation of target interventions for children with suspected disabilities and of Individualized Family Services Plans and Individual Educational Programs for children with identified disabilities
• Provide appropriate resources and modifications, such as special furniture, equipment, and materials for children, to assist classroom staff in developing classroom goals based on screening or assessment results
• Support collaboration and facilitate meetings across ECE interdisciplinary teams to better individualize strategies and goals for children with suspected and/or identified disabilities: MTSS Process
• Provide ongoing case management and consultation to families of children with suspected and/or identified disabilities and their ECE providers to inform onsite supports
• Manage ongoing tracking, documenting, monitoring, and reporting of students on case load
• Understand and support implementation of the Mental Health/Disabilities school year action plan
• Provide appropriate reports pertaining to job expectations
• Attend and participate in agency meetings as it pertains to job role

Note: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job.
Mile High Early Learning Offers:

• Signing bonus $500
• Financial support for education related college coursework or degree attainment
• 5+ weeks of paid time off
• Employee discount for child care ($300/mth)
• Health insurance (as low as $138/mth)
• Dental insurance (at no cost for employee only coverage)
• Short term, Long term, and Life Insurance (no cost)
• Retirement Plan with employer match
• Employer funds $100 into Flexible Spending Account
• Robust employee assistance program with mental health support

Requirements: Required Position Qualifications / Certificates / Licenses

• Associates degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE), Special Education, or related field (BA/BS preferred)
• Two years of related experience working with young children with disabilities and their families
• Knowledge of 0-5 child development and Special Education
• Proficiency with computer-based software including Word, Excel, and Windows and the ability to learn in-house computer software
• Prior experience working with children and families from diverse background
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written communications
• Ability to work individually and as a team member
• Clearance of CBI/Central Registry check and post-employment physical
• Reliable vehicle for transportation, valid driver’s license and current State of Colorado automobile insurance
• Ability to provide documentation of full COVID-19 vaccination with or without accommodation

Desired Qualifications / Skills / Licenses / Certifications:

• Prior experience working in a Head Start or Early Head Start program
• Ability to read, write, and compile report data
• Bilingual Spanish, Arabic

MHEL uses an online system for references. Applicants must be prepared to provide a minimum of three references to qualify for employment.

Mile High Early Learning is a drug-free work place and we perform pre-employment drug screenings.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.00 - $24.55 per hour

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