<p>Essential Functions:</p> <ul> <li>Demonstrate the values and guiding principles of OhioGuidestone every day, performing with the highest standards of excellence, integrity and ethics. </li><li>Establish and maintain meaningful, effective, professional relationships with childcare programs, staff, parents, and children (age 6 & under); </li><li>Exemplify self-discipline and self-awareness; </li><li>Conduct assessment services and behavior intervention plans at teacher/program request; </li><li>Assist early childcare staff with environmental design, and development of curricular and behavioral cues; </li><li>Provide supportive interventions with young children; </li><li>Promote a climate which fosters resiliency and positive social, emotional and behavioral development; </li><li>Provide consultation services for early childhood programs, and provide coordination and referral to community services as needed; </li><li>Facilitate parent training groups and teacher continuing education programs; </li><li>Provide parent consultations and strengthen parent involvement; </li><li>Participate productively in a multi-disciplinary team; </li><li>Communicate effectively utilizing listening skills; conversing both verbally and in writing; </li><li>Computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets, E-mail & internet; </li><li>Operating business machines including copier, computer and fax; </li><li>Demonstrate effective time management and organizational skills. </li><li>Relating to other persons and tolerating personal differences in values and opinions which include sensitivity to the county's service population's cultural and socioeconomic characteristics; </li><li>Interacting appropriately in a host setting and working cooperatively with staff members; </li><li>Abiding by the APA, ACA, or NASW Code of Ethics; </li><li>Demonstrating respect and dignity of other staff, clients, and other professionals; </li><li>Acting as an advocate for young children, their families, and early childcare providers; </li><li>Exhibit positivity, flexibility and a willingness to take on new responsibilities as requested or required. </li><li>Demonstrate positive leadership, promote a team-based work environment and a culture of belonging. </li><li>Present the Agency in the most positive light with all internal and external contacts. </li></ul> <p>Education & Experience:</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's LSW, and experience working with children ages 0-6 and their families preferred. </li><li>Master's Degree from an accredited college or university in Social Work or a related field, licensure as PC, PCC, LISW preferred. </li><li>ECMH credential preferred. </li><li>Experience working with early childhood programs. </li></ul> <p>Qualifications:</p> <ul> <li>Mission driven; strong desire to make an impact </li><li>Effective interpersonal skills; able to speak effectively with individuals and/or groups of people </li><li>Ability to customarily and regularly exercise discretion and good professional judgment </li><li>Flexible; able to work days, evenings, and/or weekends, as desired to meet the needs of clients </li><li>Strong organizational skills; able to handle multiple priorities with strict attention to detail and perform work independently. </li><li>Ability to maintain relevant, timely documentation as required. </li><li>Effective computer literacy skills, including Windows applications, Microsoft Office Suite, and electronic health records, etc. </li><li>Must be able to access work locations, offices, and homes as necessary, which may include ascending/descending stairs. </li><li>Possess a valid Ohio Driver's License with a safe driving record and valid insurance. </li><li>Successfully complete pre-employment screenings, including drug tests, background checks, and any other required assessments, such as a physical examination and TB test. </li></ul> <p>Benefits include:</p> <ul> <li>Free CEU trainings </li><li>Competitive medical benefits including a zero-premium monthly option for employee or employee + children! </li><li>10 paid holidays 2 to be used as floating holidays </li><li>Flexible work schedules to support work/life balance </li><li>Flexible work opportunities to support varying career paths, job roles, intern to hire, and locations </li><li>401(k) with employer match option </li><li>Employment Assistance Program (EAP) </li><li>Mileage reimbursement </li><li>Free licensure supervision </li><li>Recognition and rewards </li></ul> <p>At OhioGuidestone we care about the health and safety of our employees. OhioGuidestone requires applicants to complete a pre-employment screening process upon receipt of an offer of employment. We require and cover the cost of fingerprint background screening, physical, Tuberculosis test, and drug screen after an employment offer is made. Any employment offer is contingent upon receipt of all satisfactory pre-employment screenings.</p> <p>We believe that fostering a workforce that reflects diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives strengthens our organization. Embracing diversity not only promotes a culture of respect and belonging, but it also enhances creativity, innovation, and problem-solving, ultimately contributing to our collective success.</p>