Early Childhood (EC) Mental Health Consultant

Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.

Pay Range:

$39.11 - $48.12 Hourly

Department:

Health Department

Job Type:

Regular Represented

Exemption Status:

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

September 22, 2025

The Opportunity:

This Work Matters!

This recruitment may be used to fill vacancies including regular, full or part time, temporary, and limited duration assignments.

We seek leaders, achievers and doers who bring skill and passion to a challenging and evolving environment. At the Multnomah County Health Department we are all inspired by the mission: We work with communities to advance health equity, protect the most vulnerable, and promote health and wellness for everyone and we uphold the values: Compassion and Care, Empowerment, Racial Equity, Creativity and Integrity. We create a culture of respect, trust and understanding for the highly diverse population we serve in our communities.

The Early Childhood (EC) Mental Health Consultant provides a range of culturally relevant, antiracist, antibias, trauma-informed, evidence based mental health services, consultation, and training to Mt. Hood Head Start. These services are provided in order to improve the capacity of caregivers and systems to meet the social-emotional needs of the diverse communities of children and families served by the contracted agency.

This position works primarily from field locations and will require the use of a personal vehicle to travel to client home appointments and assigned sites.

As the EC Mental Health Consultant, you will:

• Provide prevention mental health consultation to Mt. Hood Head Start administrators and staff and the caregivers of the children for whom they provide services.
• Conduct mental health screenings and facilitate the development of social emotional support plans for young children referred by the agency staff.
• Collaborate with Mt. Hood Head Start staff in specific outreach and engagement to families who come from communities that experience barriers to mental health services.
• Coordinate with community agencies, natural support systems, churches, etc. to increase awareness of and access to positive mental health development for children and families.
• Triage and screening, case management, and crisis intervention, including assessment and treatment services for children, groups, and families.
• Develop antiracist, anti-bias, culturally and trauma responsive social emotional support plans and supports for use at home; assist in finding and referring to housing, food, medical/dental, and mental health resources.
• Initiate and maintain clinical record keeping on individual prevention clients to comply with legal, medical, mental health (OAR compliance), and programmatic standards for clinical care documentation using computer and related equipment.
• Complete administrative data collection to record quantitative information for compliance with program, department, County, and contractor data requirements.
• Participate in individual and group supervision with Program Supervisor/ lead for the purpose of reviewing clinical cases, administrative meetings and department sponsored training with other MHC’s and Behavioral Health administration.
• Attend County, department, division and program meetings and trainings for the purpose of staff development.
• Participate in professional training and seminars for the purpose of professional development, including attending community trainings to acquire Continuing Education Units (CEU) for licensure and credentialing.

Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. As a Health Department employee you will create a work culture of respect, trust and understanding for the highly diverse populations the Health Department serves in the office and in the community. Every employee shares the responsibility for promptly bringing to the County's attention conduct that interferes with providing a work environment free of illegal discrimination and harassment.

TO QUALIFY: We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant.

Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:

Education/Certification: Must meet the standards of Qualified Mental Health Professional - (QMHP - C) with the Mental Health & Addiction Certification Board of Oregon (MHACBO) - more information can be found atMHACBO website. Current QMHP - C, and/or licensed Board of Oregon (LPC, LCSW, PHD, etc.)

• Graduate degree in psychology or
• Graduate degree in social work or counseling or
• Graduate degree in a behavioral science field

Other:

• Must have a valid Driver’s License.
• Must pass a Background Investigation, which may include being fingerprinted.

Preferred Qualifications/ Transferable Skills*: You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain on your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills.

• A LCSW/ LPC license preferred.
• Previous experience working in diverse communities of color and/or with communities whose first language is not English.
• Advanced knowledge of cultural, racial, and ethnic factors, including systemic advantage or disadvantage; acculturation, intergenerational family dynamics; effects of trauma during immigration, war, separation from family/primary supports, detention, refugee camps; generational trauma, resiliencies, and any factors related to non-dominant culture affecting mental health and treatment.
• Ability to exercise good judgment, diplomacy, and tact in dealing with sensitive, complex, confidential information and situations.
• Advanced knowledge of cultures, customs and social experiences of communities experiencing marginalization and barriers to opportunity.
• Advanced ability to develop and facilitate professional development training on topics such as antiracist, anti-bias, and trauma-informed social emotional classroom practices for educators who have a wide range of knowledge and exposure to these topics.

*Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experiences that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.

SCREENING AND EVALUATION:

The Selection Process: For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page. We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:

• Initial review of minimum qualifications
• An evaluation of application materials to identify the most qualified candidates
• Consideration of top candidates/interviews
• Background, reference, and education checks

Pay Equity: Please be advised that the pay range listed for this position is intended to provide general guidance on the earning potential for the role. However, actual compensation will be determined in accordance with the Oregon Equal Pay Law and will take into account factors such as the candidate's relevant experience and education. Candidates should expect that initial offers will be made within the listed pay range and may not be at or near the top of the range.

The Application Packet: You must submit all requested items below. Failure to do so will be deemed as an incomplete application.

• A completed online application.
• A resume that explains all related experience (paid or unpaid) and training in your resume.
• A cover letter that expands on your resume, addressing how you qualify for the position, and why you are interested in the role. Please discuss your current certification AND your experience working in diverse communities of color and/or with communities whose first language is not English.
• A copy of your Oregon Licensure and/or QMHP - C Certification.

Note: The application, resume, and cover letter should demonstrate your work experience/ skills and how it is related to those shown in the Overview and To Qualify sections of the job announcement. Please be thorough, as these materials may be scored and determine your eligibility for an interview.

Please be mindful of checking your email inbox for messages from the Recruiter as you may be emailed requesting additional information. If a response is not received in a timely manner your application may not be considered.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS:

Type of Position: This hourly position is eligible for overtime.

Type: Represented

FLSA: Non Exempt

Schedule: Monday to Thursday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Work Location: This position primarily works from field locations, with occasional work from the Five Oak Building (209 SW 4th Avenue, Portland, Oregon 97204).

Serving the Public, Even During Disasters:

Everyday, Multnomah County staff work together to serve as a safety net for our communities. During a disaster, this safety net becomes even more critical. All County employees have a role in serving the public during inclement weather, natural disaster, or other types of community emergency response. During these emergency responses, while typically there begins with a call for volunteers, county employees may ultimately be reassigned from their current position to a role in the emergency response in order to support the critical needs presented by our communities. For more information, please visit theDisaster Service Worker Informationpage.

Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.

Veterans’ Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.

Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.

Questions?

Recruiter:

Andrea Archuleta

Email:

andrea.j.archuleta@multco.us

Phone:

+1 (503) 9887472 x87472

Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.

Disclaimer: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

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