Mental Health and Disabilities Specialist

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. Collaborate with staff and families to ensure services are delivered to all children, including children with identified disabilities, in Early Head Start, Head Start, and Department of Education programs .

Posted 10/31/2026full-timeEscondido • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $34 - $38 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and tracking Individual Family Service Plans (IFSPs) and Individual Education Plans (IEPs) while ensuring compliance with Head Start Performance Standards. Proficient in collaborating with families and staff to address children's developmental needs and atypical behaviors.

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Bachelor's Degree In PsychologyIndividual Family Service Plans (IFSPs)Individual Education Plans (IEPs)Pediatric CPR And First Aid CertificateKnowledge Of California Department Of Education Regulations

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Hard Skills

Behavioral ScreeningEarly Intervention StrategiesRecord KeepingProgram CoordinationCompliance Monitoring

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationCollaborationRelationship BuildingOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office

Certifications & Qualifications

Pediatric CPR And First Aid Certificate

Industry Keywords

Early Head StartHead StartDepartment Of EducationChild DevelopmentCommunity Resources

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Collaborate with staff and families to ensure services are delivered to all children, including children with identified disabilities, in Early Head Start, Head Start, and Department of Education programs
Provide and ensure compliance within Early Head Start Home Base services
Develop, maintain, and track Individual Family Service Plans (IFSPs), Individual Education Plans (IEPs), children’s progress reports, and related records in accordance with Head Start Performance Standards
Work with staff and parents on atypical behavior, development, and individual child needs
Conduct on-site behavioral screenings within 45 days of enrollment
Identify community resources and secure Memorandums of Understanding with agencies
Assist with developing and presenting staff in-service trainings on early intervention and related topics
Attend IFSP/IEP meetings as directed
Perform other assignments based on program needs and the associate’s expertise

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field of Psychology, Child Development, or Special Education
Successfully completed an Infant toddler class from an accredited college with a “B” grade or better
Pediatric (infant/toddler) CPR and first aid certificate
Knowledge of California Department of Education, Child Development Division, Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing regulations, and Title 5 and Title 22 funding terms and conditions
Effective oral and written communication skills
Ability to work cooperatively with varied individuals and groups and relate well to children and families
Ability to establish and meet timelines and plan, coordinate, and implement school site programs
Knowledge of Microsoft Office and related computer software
Ability to stand, reach, bend, stoop, squat, push, pull, talk/hear, and perform fine manual dexterity tasks
Ability to pass FBI, DOJ, and criminal background checks
Ability to travel locally, maintain a clean driving record, proper auto insurance, and vehicle registration
Ability to lift/carry 0–30 lbs occasionally