Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant

** Posting Date
** 03/02/26
** Final date to receive applications
** 03/06/26
** Pay Range
** Anticipated Hiring Range: $62,000 – $73,750 annually   Full Pay Range: $62,000 - $85,500 annually     Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
** Job Type
** Unclassified
* * Department
* * Human Services
** About the Position
** In this role, you will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to foster positive relationships among children (birth to age five), their families, and the community. You will promote awareness and understanding of mental wellness by providing social-emotional support, positive behavior strategies, prevention resources, and referrals for mental health services to families enrolled in the Maricopa County Head Start Zero-Five Program.

If you are ready to make a meaningful impact on the mental well-being of young children and their families, apply today!

The Maricopa County Human Services Department (HSD) builds resiliency in the community and promotes the well-being of County residents experiencing adversity through a variety of programs and services to help people and families thrive. These opportunities include early childhood education, housing, home ownership, independent living services for seniors and adults with disabilities, career development for job seekers with barriers to employment, crisis rental and utility assistance, and support for people experiencing homelessness.

HSD is committed to delivering innovative and comprehensive services in a collaborative approach that preserves dignity, promotes respect, and facilitates social and economic  2025, the Human Services Department was the proud recipient of 23 Achievement Awards from the National Association of Counties (NACo), highlighting the Department’s commitment to providing support for low-income and at-risk communities. Maricopa County Human Services was honored for a wide variety of programs showcasing their valuable work, including Regional Solutions to Homelessness in Rural and Underserved Communities, Pathway to Rapid Reemployment, Tonopah Fire Station Improvements, Refugee Relocation Assistance Program, Early Education Division’s EVIT Expanded Partnership, and several other initiatives.

Join our team and unlock your potential!

The Early Education Division is federally funded to administer center-based Head Start and Early Head Start early care and education, along with community resources and referrals to support economically disadvantaged children to be ready for school and families to achieve self-sufficiency. Currently, classrooms are operated through a mixed service delivery model of full-year, part-year, community and school-based sites; operated directly by Maricopa County and through contracted Child Care Partnerships.
** Proud to Offer
*** Work with a greater purpose
* Tuition reimbursement
* Exceptional work-life balance, with hybrid work schedule options
* Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
* Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
* Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center , dedicated to serving Maricopa County families
* Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
* Extensive wellness program, including an incentive
* Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring a 12% monthly contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
** We Require
*** Two years of experience working with families to promote positive social/emotional development in young children
* Master’s degree in counseling, marital and family counseling, social work, psychology, or a closely related field
* A valid, unrestricted license issued by the Arizona State Board of Behavioral Health Examiners as a  + Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW),
** OR**  + Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT),
** OR**  + Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
** Other Requirements
*** Successful candidates must currently possess, or have the ability to obtain, a valid…