Early Childhood Prevention Specialist

Join our mission to help individuals with mental health disorders lead healthy and productive lives. Greater Cincinnati Behavioral Health Services (GCBHS) is hiring a full-time Prevention Specialist to promote social-emotional wellness in early childhood settings through education, consultation, and trauma-informed support.

As the region's most comprehensive behavioral healthcare provider, GCBHS serves over 30,000 individuals annually through a wide array of programs and services. With over 700 dedicated employees, we are committed to empowering lives and strengthening communities.

Why Work at GCBHS?

• Named a Top Workplace every year since 2010
• Generous Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
• Public Student Loan Forgiveness eligible employer
• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with agency match
• Tuition Assistance ($1,250-$2,500/semester)
• Quarterly performance bonuses
• Free CEUs and professional development opportunities
• Flexible scheduling for better work-life balance

Position Overview
As a Prevention Specialist, you will serve young children and families by partnering with early childhood education providers-including Head Start programs, childcare centers, and preschools-to promote positive social-emotional development.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct classroom observations and provide behavior management consultation
• Teach social-emotional lessons to small groups and classrooms
• Develop individualized support plans in collaboration with educators and families
• Refer families to community-based services as needed
• Lead trainings on trauma, ACEs, resilience, parenting, and mental health
• Represent GCBHS at community meetings and stakeholder events

Position Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Child Development, Early Childhood or Elementary Education, Psychology, Social Work, or a related human services field
• Active Ohio license (required): LSW, LPC, LISW, LPCC, Psychologist, or Teaching License
• Ability to obtain Early Childhood Mental Health Credential within 2 years
• Additional credentials preferred:
  • Infant Mental Health Practitioner Credential
  • Trauma-Informed Care, Mental Health First Aid, or QPR certificates

Core Competencies

• Strong knowledge of early childhood development
• Culturally competent and trauma-informed practice
• Strong communication, collaboration, and active listening skills
• Ability to work independently and across interdisciplinary teams
• Comfort traveling between program sites

GCBHS incorporates principles of trauma-informed care in all services. We value cultural sensitivity and strive to maintain a safe and respectful environment for all clients and staff. Prior training or experience in trauma care is highly valued.

GCBHS has been named a Top Workplace in Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky every year since 2010. Learn more at www.gcbhs.com
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