Outreach and Education Specialist

Centerstone is among the nation’s leading nonprofit behavioral health systems with thousands of employees dedicated to delivering care that changes people’s lives. A dynamic, well-established organization, we offer rewarding opportunities to serve all ages in a variety of settings.

Centerstone, a trauma-informed organization, endorses an organizational culture built on understanding, recognizing and responding to those affected by trauma to strengthen resilience for our clients, staff and community. Come talk to us about joining the Centerstone team!

JOB DESCRIPTION:

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Conduct outreach and development community partnerships. Provide consultation and education to community partners (schools, child-care agencies, primary care providers, etc.). Conduct culturally and linguistically appropriate, validated screening, and assessments to ensure the early identification of behavioral and developmental concerns with families and children birth to eight. For children/parents/caregivers who screen as potentially needing an intervention, staff will conduct evidence based assessments targeting the specific issues identified and develop an individualized intervention plan to address the child/parent/caregiver’s needs. Services will be offered face to face and virtually.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as the community contact for the program and participate in community networking activities.
• Provide consultation and education to community partners (schools, child-care agencies, primary care providers, etc.).
• Conduct culturally and linguistically appropriate, validated screening, and assessments to ensure the early identification of behavioral and developmental concerns in the focus population.
• Facilitate comprehensive child/parent/caregiver screenings within, and/or in coordination with, such child/family serving partner organizations.
• For children/parents/caregivers who screen as potentially needing an intervention, staff will conduct evidence based assessments targeting the specific issues identified and develop an individualized intervention plan to address the child/parent/caregiver’s needs.
• Provide in-home and virtual mental health consulatation for program participants.
• Maintain clinical documentation in an electronic health record.
• Meet all required deadlines for documentation.
• Demonstrate cultural awareness and sensitivity in working with families from diverse backgrounds.
• Attends meetings promptly and actively participates in: trainings, staff meetings, supervision, etc.
• Provide community education to promote the program.
• All must be done within a standard 40 hour week
• All other duties as assigned by Project Director

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Effectively communicate via written, verbal, in person and virtual methods.
• Skilled at maintaining a culture of respect.
• Self-motivated individual who can set and meet simultaneous short and long term performance.
• Committed to the program principles. Knowledge of evidence informed practices specific to the population of focus.
• Able to work both independently and a part of a team.
• Understanding of social and emotional development for children ages birth to eight.
• Knowledge of appropriate development milestones for children ages birth to eight.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education Level

Position requires a Bachelor’s Degree in psychology, social work, sociology, education, counseling or a related field. Masters preferred. Bilingual preferred. Experience providing services in-home is preferred.

Years of Experience

One year of experience working with families and children birth to eight preferred.

Certification/Licensure 

N/A

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Standing – 20%

Sitting – 80%

Squatting – Occasional

Kneeling – Occasional

Bending – Occasional

Driving – Occasional

Lifting – Occasional

DISCLAIMER

The duties and responsibilities described in this document are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time, or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.

Time Type:

Part time

Pay Range:

$15.75--$22.00

Delivering care that changes people's lives starts with our employees. Below are just some of the great benefits Centerstone employees enjoy:

• Medical, dental, and vision health coverage
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• 403b retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off and ten paid holidays
• AD&D Insurance, Life Insurance, and Long Term Disability (company paid)
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion employee resource groups
• Continuing education opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program

Centerstone is an equal opportunity employer. Employment at Centerstone is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. Centerstone does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), or any other basis protected by law.

At Centerstone, we use our values as a guide for what we do. Respect, Expertise, Integrity and Empowerment are at the heart of every interaction at Centerstone, and particularly rooted in our beliefs toward diversity and inclusion.

Our approach to diversity is simple—it’s about embracing everyone. Together, we continue to develop an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices and experiences of our employees. It powers our innovation and connects us closer to each other, to our clients and the communities we serve. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the growing world around us, and where everyone feels empowered, safe and welcomed.

Centerstone is also committed to a strong culture of quality and safety, celebrating role-models who champion best practices for quality, clinical risk, and patient safety.