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Infant Early Childhood Mental Health Manger (WMS02) – Olympia

The Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) was created to be a comprehensive agency exclusively dedicated to the social, emotional, and physical well-being of children, youth, and families regardless of race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or other socioeconomic factors. We believe our workforce should reflect the communities we serve and are actively searching for candidates that reflect that diversity.

We’re looking for an Infant Early Childhood Mental Health Manger (WMS02) to join our team to help support our vision that “All Washington’s children and youth grow up safe and healthy-thriving physically, emotionally, and educationally, nurtured by family and community.”

The Opportunity:

We need your leadership skills to support, develop and implement statewide policies and procedures for the Department of Children, Youth and Families, Early Learning Division. As a leader in the ECEAP and the ECLIPSE programs, you will help develop and implement an enduring, high-quality state-funded Pre-K and B-3 programming that better prepares children furthest from an opportunity for kindergarten. At the same time, supporting family stability using a whole-child approach to ensure that children are healthy and their developmental needs are met.

The Infant Early Childhood Mental Health Manager provides leadership, consultation, and support concerning the Childhood Education and Assistance Program (ECEAP) and Early Childhood Intervention and Prevention Services (ECLIPSE). You will take the lead in developing a human-centered, trauma-informed approach to policy, practice, and service. Equally important you will help improve outcomes for youth in the ECLIPSE and ECEAP programs.

For more information on the ECEAP and ECLIPSE please see the links below:
ECLIPSE Program
Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program

Some of what you will get to do:

• Represent DCYF, ECLIPSE services, and all ECEAP related services on internal/external committees at the state and national levels.
• Serves as subject matter expert with the ECLIPSE reporting.
• Responsible for updating current policy and creating future policy as programming grows, and required services are determined.
• Develop, review and approve ECLIPSE sections of related DCYF reports and legislation.
• In charge of directing and controlling operations and ECLIPSE contracts and services.
• Oversee the updating current policy and creating future policy as programming grows, and required services are determined.
• Research, communicate, and apply best practices models related to technical assistance, readiness, and quality.
• Controls federal and state funding that supports enhancements to the ECEAP and ECLIPSE program services.
• Ensures framework development that places the unique needs of tribal and BIPOC communities at the forefront of all planning and service implementation.
• Data analysis, of qualitative and quantitative data points that can inform needed programming changes and evaluation opportunities.
• Responsible for supervising staff responsible for implementing ECLIPSE and mental health programming.
• Collaborates with DCYF and ECEAP alignment staff to integrate ECLIPSE services and processes, including coordinated monitoring processes and joint compliance agreements as needed.
• Determine and strengthen connections to related work occurring in other settings, along with the integration of programming with the ECEAP and Early ECEAP requirements, quality approaches of tiered supportive services.
• Determines training requirements related to the implementation and expansion of ECLIPSE services, and quality improvements.
• Serves as a subject matter expert on ECLIPSE, and related mental health and health programming.
• Create and facilitate select ad hoc workgroups related to ECLIPSE expansion, programming, and quality initiatives.
• Provides consultation in areas of expertise with the ECEAP Birth to Pre-K Administrator, division leadership, stakeholders, and partners. Works to reach a resolution on identified issues.

What we are looking for:
Bachelor’s degree and four years of professional experience in comprehensive Pre-K community and state programming, and at least two years of supervisory or managerial experience
OR
Associate’s Degree and six years of professional experience in comprehensive Pre-K community and state programming, and at least two years of supervisory or managerial experience
OR
Equivalent combination of education or eight years of professional experience in comprehensive Pre-K community and state programming, and at least two years of supervisory or managerial experience

In addition to those required qualifications, our ideal applicant will also have some or all of the following:

• Master’s degree or higher in a related field.
• Understanding of racial equity, the importance of lived experience, and a commitment to participate in DCYF’s and ECEAP’s efforts to advance racial equity in our policies, processes, and practices.
• Knowledge of the Washington State Early Learning Plan and rules and regulations governing ECEAP.
• Compile, analyze, and communicate data that help the team to make data-driven decisions about policy, processes, and protocols.
• Demonstrated excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Experience and skill with program development, organization, and management.

How do I apply?
Complete your applicant profile and attach the following documents:

• Cover Letter
• Current Resume

To take advantage of the Veteran’s preference please attach your DD-214, member 4 long-form, or your NGB-22. Please black out your social security number prior to attaching.

Supplemental Information:
Per Governor Inslee’s Proclamation, 21-14 (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader) state employees must be fully vaccinated no later than October 18, 2021. Being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 is a condition of employment. Being fully vaccinated means that an individual is at least two weeks past their final dose of an authorized COVID-19 vaccine regimen. If you are a selected candidate, you will be required to provide proof of vaccination in order to become/remain a DCYF employee. You may request accommodation if you are unable to meet the requirement due to a medical or religious necessity.

The initial screening will be based on the content and completeness of your application and the materials submitted. All information may be verified and documentation may be required. Applications with comments such as “see attachments” or “N/A” in the supplemental question responses will be considered incomplete.

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.

DCYF is an equal opportunity employer and supports equity, diversity, inclusion, and respect.

This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement.

Need accommodation throughout the application/interview process? Unable to apply online? The Talent Acquisition Team at dcyf.jobs@dcyf.wa.gov or (360) 701-4928 or the Telecommunications Device for the Deaf at 1-800-833-6388.

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