Bilingual Early Childhood Behavioral Health Skills Trainer (QMHA Eligible)

Help Young Children and their Families to Thrive

We recognize advanced qualifications. Candidates with ORO Step 9 are eligible for a $1,000 hiring bonus. 10% differential for Spanish-English bilingual fluency.

At Relief Nursery, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to grow up in a safe, nurturing environment. For more than 50 years, we've partnered with families through early intervention and family-centered services that strengthen relationships, build resilience, and support healthy child development.

We're seeking a Bilingual (Spanish-English) Skills Trainer to provide behavioral health, special education and social-emotional support for children ages 3 to 5 in our Therapeutic Early Childhood Program (TECP). In this role, you'll support young children experiencing behavioral, emotional, developmental, and family-related challenges both in and outside the classroom, helping them develop the skills needed to succeed at home, in school, and in their relationships.

This is an excellent opportunity for professionals with backgrounds in behavioral health, social work, psychology, family services, or early childhood education who are passionate about making a meaningful impact during a child's most important developmental years.

Minimum Qualifications include a bachelor's degree in a qualifying field, eligibility for Qualified Mental Health Associate (QMHA) certification in Oregon, and experience working with young children or transferrable experience. Applicants who do not meet these requirements will not be considered.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay: $25.33-$31.67/hour
• 10% bilingual pay differential
• $1,000 hiring bonus for ORO Step 9 or higher
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
• 5 weeks paid vacation annually (scheduled during winter break, spring break, and summer program closures)
• 10 paid holidays
• 8 days paid sick leave annually
• 2 paid personal days annually
• Mileage reimbursement
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer
• Opportunities for growth and advancement within the organization

What You'll Do

• Provide skills training services focused on emotional regulation, social development, behavioral support, and relationship-building.
• Support children in therapeutic classrooms using Positive Behavior Support strategies and attachment-based interventions.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, Child Development Specialists, and family members to implement individualized behavioral health and special education goals.
• Participate in family support activities, evening parent education programs, team meetings, trainings, and other services that strengthen children and families.
• Complete required documentation, data collection, progress notes, and billing records in compliance with program and state requirements.
• Approximately half of billable services are expected to be delivered in Spanish.

You'll Be a Great Fit If You

• Are passionate about supporting young children and families.
• Understand child development and early childhood mental health.
• Remain calm and effective when supporting children with challenging behaviors.
• Enjoy balancing direct service, documentation, and multidisciplinary team collaboration.
• Build positive relationships with families from diverse backgrounds.
• Communicate fluently in both Spanish and English.

Qualifications

Required

• Fluent in Spanish and English, with the ability to pass a Spanish Language Proficiency assessment.
• QMHA eligible in Oregon at hire or within 30 days of employment. This and the following qualifications are necessary to meet program standards for this position.
• Qualified candidates typically have a bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Early Childhood Education, Family Services, Community Behavioral Health, Child Development, Counseling, or a related field. Candidates may also qualify through a combination of education, Oregon Registry credentials, and relevant experience. Please review the full job description for complete qualification requirements, link is below.
• Experience working with young children in an early childhood, behavioral health, mental health, special education, or family services setting. Will consider strong transferrable skills.
• Strong communication skills and knowledge of child development.
• Valid driver's license, acceptable driving record, and current auto insurance.
• Ability to pass required background checks and obtain required certifications.

Preferred

• ORO Step 6 , (9 has bonus incentive)
• 3 years supporting children with social-emotional and behavioral challenges.
• Experience in therapeutic classroom, behavioral health, or family service settings.
• Experience working with children, families, or individuals experiencing trauma, poverty, behavioral health challenges, substance use disorders, or other significant stressors.
• Knowledge of and/or experience working with Latino/a/x families and communities.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're passionate about helping young children develop the social-emotional skills they need for lifelong success and meet the required qualifications above, we'd love to hear from you.

Please review the full job description on our website https://reliefnursery.org/skills-trainer-qmha/, the list of all eligible Bachelor degree programs here https://www.mhacbo.org/en/mentalhealth/qmha-r/ and apply through Indeed or send your resume and cover letter to careers@reliefnursery.org

Pre-employment drug screen, criminal background check, driving record review, and proof of auto insurance required.

Relief Nursery is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free Workplace.

Pay: $25.33 - $31.67 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Do you currently qualify, or can you qualify within 30 days of hire, as a Qualified Mental Health Associate (QMHA) in Oregon? See full job post on our website for details.

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• early childhood education: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• Spanish fluently (Required)

License/Certification:

• driver's license and current automobile insurance (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25 - $32