Job: Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant

Collaborative for Educational Services
97 Hawley Street
NORTHAMPTON, MA 01060

Website:collaborative.org/

Company Description:

We are a non-profit educational service agency, committed to reaching and educating learners of all ages, and experienced in working with educators to help students learn and succeed.  

We are dedicated and collaborative teams of educators and professionals committed to supporting teaching excellence and student success. We know that everyone is a learner from the day they are born, and we know how to create classrooms and other environments in which every learner can flourish. Our goal is to reach, inspire, support and educate children, youth and adults, and help others to do the same.

Above all, students are at the heart of our work.

Founded in 1974, we are governed by representatives from our 37 member school districts in Hampshire and Franklin Counties. We work with children, youth and adult learners; families; schools, districts, and educators; and community members in the Pioneer Valley and across Massachusetts to create and improve educational opportunities both in and out of the classroom and ensure that every child has the opportunity to achieve their full potential.

CES directs major initiatives in Early Childhood, Special Education, After School Programs, Professional Development, and the education of vulnerable youth.


Job Title:
Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant
Salary Range:Location:
$27.00 - $30.00 Per Hour NORTHAMPTON, MA
Job Type:Category:
Part TimeEducation/Training
Education Level:Work Experience:
Master's Degree
Required 		2+
Preferred
Skills/Certifications/Licenses:
Licensure related to your area of study is required. - Preference: Required
Description:

Supporting Strong Foundations in Early Childhood'

We are seeking dedicated, mission-driven Early Childhood Mental Health Consultants to support educators, young children, and families across the Western region of Massachusetts. You will partner directly with early education programs and families to create supportive environments where every child can thrive. 

Part-time positions are open in Berkshire County (1), Western Worcester County (1), and Hampshire/Franklin Counties (1). 

What You Will Do 

  • Provide Onsite Consultation: Conduct classroom observations, co-create behavioral success plans, and partner directly with educators to meet children’s social-emotional needs using research-based practices.
  • Support Families: Deliver confidential home, virtual, or community-based family visits to guide positive behavior strategies, strengthen stability, and connect parents with vital resources.
  • Deliver Crisis Intervention: Provide immediate, grounded support in licensed early education settings during challenging situations to stabilize classrooms and prevent suspensions or expulsions.
  • Facilitate Professional Development: Design and lead interactive workshops that help early childhood educators integrate trauma-informed practices and new skills into their daily work.
  • Connect Community Resources: Serve as a parenting resource specialist, facilitate referrals for specialized evaluations or mental health care, and build strong cross-agency networks for families.
Requirements:

What We're Looking For 

We need compassionate, strengths-based professionals who thrive when collaborating with educators, parents, and community partners. You should bring deep expertise in early childhood development, strong communication skills, and a dedication to helping hard-to-reach or at-risk families access the support they need.

  • Degree: Master’s-level degree in Early Childhood Mental Health, Early Childhood Development, Education, or a closely related field.
  • Licensure: Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle for regional travel.
  • Expertise: Strong problem-solving abilities, skilled in strengths-based approaches, child observation, behavioral success planning, and adult learning facilitation.
  • Experience (Highly Preferred): Hands-on experience working directly with young children and families, conducting family outreach, and navigating community mental health resources.
  • Preferred Experience: Current licensure or certification as an LICSW with early childhood experience, alongside background delivering workshops or training to adult learners.

Locations

  • Berkshire County (25 hours/week)
  • Worcester County - Western Corridor (18 hours/week)
  • Hampshire and Franklin Counties (18 hours/week)

Terms of Employment

  • Schedule: Part-time to full-time (depending on communities served). Includes occasional evening meetings or workshops.
  • Salary Range: $27.00 – $30.00 per hour.
  • Benefits: Available as outlined in the CES Handbook.

CES is an equal opportunity employer and is particularly interested in candidates from a diverse range of cultural, ethnic, and racial backgrounds. We are especially interested in candidates whose backgrounds are well-suited to understanding and addressing the needs of the diverse student population we serve.