Location:

Pender, NE    Some travel during work hours to our other centers is required.

JOB TYPE:

Full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday.

ABOUT US:
Northeast Nebraska Community Action Partnership (NENCAP), INC is a private, nonprofit corporation. NENCAP serves an income-eligible population in a 14-county area of Northeast Nebraska with programs such as Head Start, Early Head Start, WIC/Immunizations, Healthy Families, Weatherization, and Family Services, free tax preparation, car seat programs, Veteran Services, Commodity Supplemental Food Program, and food pantries.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Behavioral & Mental Health Coordinator is responsible for the management and oversite of mental health and behavioral health services. Will oversee and coordinate the delivery of these services ensuring that each child/family receives optimal services according to the laws, regulations, and Head Start Performance Standards and collaboration with Mental Health Consultant. Also, responsible for the completion of developmental observations, follow-ups, and documentation of child records, including the referral and evaluation process. Ensure that social-emotional screenings and assessments are conducted in compliance with regulatory timelines. Need to have knowledge of federal and state laws that affect mental health and behavioral health services. Must also ensure that data for the developmental and mental health section of the PIR is complete and accurate. Provide mental health support and training with staff as needed. Prepare and review ChildPlus reports to monitor screenings, referrals, and follow-ups along with ensuring accurate and thorough records, monitor IFSP and IEP timelines, and attend necessary Head Start meetings. Maintain confidentiality of program participants and follow Program and Agency standards and policies.

QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION:

Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Early Childhood Education; or a bachelor’s or advanced degree and course work equivalent to a major relating to Early Childhood Education: Required.

WAGE & BENEFITS:

The starting wage is $22.00 per hour, plus benefits. Wage may increase with education and experience. Benefits include health, life, dental and vision insurance. NENCAP covers the premium for our employees to receive single coverage for health, life, dental and vision for FREE! Paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, EAP, 401k Retirement.

EOE                        80% Federally Funded               Non-Profit Agency

HOW TO APPLY:

For Agency application, job description, education requirements, wage and benefit information, visit www.nencap.org/employment or contact HR at 1-800-445-2505 or 402-385-6300. No resumes accepted.

To apply, submit a completed Agency application to

Northeast Nebraska Community Action Partnership
PO Box 667
Pender, NE 68047-0667

Position open until filled

EOE
80% Federally Funded
Non-Profit Agency