Mental Health Specialist- Pittsburg/Antioch
$70,304–$75,000 year
On-site · Antioch, California, United States or Pittsburg, California, United States
Job Summary
Mental Health Specialist role at YMCA of the East Bay supporting children’s social-emotional development in Pittsburg/Antioch. Responsibilities include consulting with teachers and staff, guiding families, partnering with Center Directors to foster inclusive environments, contributing to program quality and documentation, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to implement culturally responsive, trauma-informed practices. Requires a Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, or related field (license preferred) and at least two years of experience in early childhood mental health/education; bilingual in English and Spanish preferred. The position involves travel locally, a full-time schedule, and duties such as observing classroom dynamics, planning with families and teachers, providing strategies for social-emotional development, and maintaining records.
Required Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, or a related field (license preferred)
- Minimum of two years’ experience in early childhood mental health or education
- Knowledge of CLASS and CSEFEL frameworks
- Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred
- Valid CDL, personal automobile with insurance, and ability to travel locally
- DOJ and CCL clearance, plus required health screenings (e.g., TB test)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and database systems
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