Mental Health Consultant
Quick answer
MHA is hiring a part-time Mental Health Consultant in Montclair, NJ, to support child development and mental health services, paying $33/hour.
- Role
- Mental Health Consultant
- Organization
- Montclair Child Development Corporation
- Location
- Montclair, NJ
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- $33/hour
- Category
- Other
- Apply by
- 2026-12-31
The role
MHA is seeking a part-time Mental Health Consultant to support child development and mental health services in Montclair, NJ.
What you'll do
- Conduct classroom observations to assess social-emotional development and behavioral needs
- Collaborate with teachers to develop individualized behavior support strategies
- Support early identification of developmental, behavioral, and mental health concerns
- Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and child staffing discussions
- Provide reflective consultation and coaching to program staff
- Support staff in managing challenging behaviors and reducing burnout
What it takes
- Master’s degree in Social Work or counseling with a professional license
- Experience working with young children (birth to age 5) and families
- Knowledge of early childhood development and trauma-informed practices
- Strong communication, consultation, and training skills
- Experience in a Head Start or early childhood education setting
- Experience with behavioral assessment and intervention planning
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Fully paid medical coverage, Generous 401(k) match, Plentiful Paid Holidays, Vacation, Personal and Sick time
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
Montclair, NJ
What is the compensation?
$33/hour
What are the key qualifications required?
Master’s degree in Social Work or counseling with a professional license, experience working with young children, knowledge of early childhood development and trauma-informed practices, strong communication, consultation, and training skills, experience in a Head Start or early childhood education setting, experience with behavioral assessment and intervention planning
How do I apply?
Please apply by the end of the year, as the apply_by date is 12/31.
What is the work schedule?
The position is part-time, 20 hours per week, with a flexible schedule.
How to apply
Apply directly on Montclair Child Development Corporation's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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