Harbor is looking for a prevention educator who is proficient in early childhood mental health who will work in collaboration with other area providers to provide community-based programs across the life span. Specialists will assess children in childcare and other community settings, provide social and emotional coaching and modeling, and early childhood mental health consultation and training for staff and parents. Specialist will possess strong public speaking skills, ability to work cohesively with other agencies in a collaborate, provide documentation, communication, organization and technical skills. 

Position is full-time, 40 hours per week.

Education/Experience/Other Requirements: 

• Minimum bachelor's degree in counseling, social work, or related degree from an accredited college or university is required.
• License to practice as a social worker/counselor in Ohio (LPC, LPCC, LSW, LISW) is preferred.
• Knowledge of Prevention education practices and programs and willing to apply for prevention certification. 

• Will be required to obtain OCPSA, OCPS, OCPC, after meeting the requirements of licensure. 
• Must have knowledge of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and a general understanding of trauma and how it affects the developing brain. 
• Specialists will have basic knowledge, experience and demonstrated level of skill in early childhood: development, mental health, and education.
• Must have experience working with children 0-5, youth, families, community members, (multiple age-groups) in addition to capacity building through community collaborations.
• Must demonstrate flexibility to provide services to targeted population.
• Must have strong attention to detail and be self-motivated and organized, with the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are necessary.
• Must have valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and be deems insurable through Harbor’s vehicle insurance carrier. 
• CPR/First Aid and NCI/CPI Certifications required within 90 days of employment. 
• Must be proficient and accurate in computer use, including Microsoft Word. 

Essential Job Competencies/Primary Duties:

1. Provides Prevention Education to children and families in designated zip codes within Lucas County.
2. May work closely with other area providers to produce videos, handouts, focus groups and other educational activities addressing the impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE’s) 
3. Assists in the development and dissemination of printed material. 
4. May present produced videos to various community groups. 
5. Provides appropriate documentation including occurrence notes of sessions held in group Prevention Education Services. 
6. Provides assessment of children in childcare and other community settings and consultation and training in positive behavior management for childcare staff and parents for children ages birth to five, who may be at-risk of suspension and/or expulsion from an early care and education setting.
7. Develops positive relationships with childcare and other early childhood providers and facilitates referrals for consultation services. 
8. Assists early care and education staff and/or families with appropriate referral information for identified children and families who may need more specialized services. 
9. Acts as a liaison between family, early care and education providers and other support agencies in the community.
10. Provides coaching and modeling to early care and education providers on early childhood mental health promoting optimal social, emotional, cognitive, lingual and behavioral development.

About Harbor:

• A leading provider of mental health and substance use treatment forover 100 years
• 350 clinical staffserve over24,000 clientsacross multiple locations and in the community each year
• Services ranging from counseling, pharmacological management, primary care, psychological testing, case management, substance use treatment, residential services, vocational program, andmore!

Why Work for Harbor?

It is fast-paced and challenging, but you will have a lot of fun in the process. You will have the opportunity to meet other motivated individuals who are also making a positive impact at our company. Harbor is committed to investing our resources in you! Some benefits of working with Harbor include:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement plan with company match
• Generous paid time off, sick time, and paid holidays
• Tuition and professional license reimbursement programs
• Clinical supervision hours offered
• Employee referral bonuses
• Ability to make a difference in your community!