Children's Services Coordinator - Mental Health & Disabilities

PAY RANGE: $60,301.54 - $63,967.80 annually, dependent upon education JOB CATEGORY: EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION / ECE / DEVELOPMENTAL SUPPORT / MENTAL HEALTH POSITION SUMMARY: This position coordinates support for children and families in the area of mental health in accordance with the Head Start/Early Head Start Performance Standards. This position also coordinates services to children with disabilities ensuring compliance with performance standards and recognized best practice in early childhood education and early intervention/special education. In addition, this position participates in the development and implementation of the transition program of Head Start/Early Head Start. This position does not involve provision of direct services in the areas of behavioral health or disabilities.

REQUIREMENTS EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: BA/BS degree in Special Education; Social Work; Psychology; Human Services; Education Psychology; Early Childhood Education; Child Development; or closely related field. A degree is considered related only when it includes 6 or more courses on the BA/BS level in one of the above mentioned fields. Experience and training in securing and individualizing needed services for children with disabilities. One year experience in working with families and young children. Knowledge of, understanding and experience working in the area of addiction and recovery preferred. Supervisory experience strongly preferred. Bilingual Spanish or Navajo preferred. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Have or be able to obtain First Aid and BLS/CPR certifications within 30 days of hire. Certifications must meet the requirements listed in the document “BLS / CPR / ACLS & First Aid Training Resources” posted on Staurolite. It is your responsibility to keep your certifications current at all times. SCREENING REQUIREMENTS: This position requires successful completion of an initial post-offer of employment: Health exam (and annually thereafter in accordance with PMS Policies). TB Test (and upon exposure in accordance with PMS Policies). In accordance with the federal Head Start Act, Section 648A (g) and the New Mexico Administrative Code 8.8.3., this position requires: Criminal Background Checks. DRIVING REQUIREMENTS: May be required to use personal transportation to carry out job duties. Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License. Must provide a current motor vehicle record. Must provide current personal owner liability automobile insurance and must maintain the insurance coverage throughout the course of employment in this position. Must submit to a motor vehicle record check on an as needed basis and maintain a satisfactory driving record that is within the limitations of PMS Human Resources Policy II.D.3, Automobile Usage, and applicable state and federal laws. Must comply with PMS Policies on Automobile Usage, II.D.3, Drug Free Workplace, III.H and applicable state and federal laws. May be required to complete transportation related trainings. $100 EMPLOYEE REFERRAL BONUS BONUSES All bonuses subject to tax withholding and eligibility requirements. ABOUT PMS Founded in 1969, PMS is a non-profit organization with over 1,300 employees providing services at 100+ locations in New Mexico. Our diverse services include primary care, dental, behavioral health, early childhood education, supportive living, and senior programs. We concentrate our resources on meeting the needs of underserved areas of New Mexico. We operate the largest network of federally qualified health centers in the state. PMS is not affiliated with Presbyterian Healthcare Services, Presbyterian Hospitals or Presbyterian Health Plan. WHY PMS? Mission-driven organization Competitive salaries Nine paid holidays and generous PTO Medical, dental & vision insurance Free Life & LTD coverage Free discretionary pension plan contribution Employee recognition and engagement activities Robust training program Tuition Reimbursement EOE/AA/M/F/SO/Vet/Disability