ECCP Program Specialist Maine, USA | Community & Social Services | Full-time | Partially remote Apply by: Feb. 26, 2025 Apply with Linkedin Apply Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)Social Services Program Specialist IIOpening Date:February 12, 2025Closing Date: February 26, 2025 Job Class Code:5093Grade:25 (Supervisory Services)Salary:$57,408.00 - $81,078.40 per yearPosition Number:02000-4062Location: This position is in the Early Care and Education division andmay be located in our Augusta, Bangor, or Portland office. This position requires regular attendance at meetings in Augusta and statewide travel as needed. This opportunity allows for partial telework with management approval. Join Our Team! If you are passionate about being part of an innovative team of professionals dedicated to promoting the social and emotional well-being of children by supporting the important adults in their lives, this is the job for you! We are looking for a committed individual with a strong understanding of early childhood mental health, early care and education systems, and community resources. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with professionals, advocate for services, and make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families. Core Responsibilities: As the ECCP® Program Specialist, your primary responsibilities will be to support and execute the planning, coordination, and implementation of the Early Childhood Consultation Partnership (ECCP®) program in Maine. You will be responsible for quality and fidelity reviews of the evidence-based Maine ECCP® program. You will deliver data-driven technical assistance to ECCP® consultants to ensure accurate and timely program data entry using the ECCP® Information System (EIS). You will monitor contractor and subcontractor compliance with associated state contracts. You will develop and implement engaging outreach content for the program, including infographics, webinars, presentations, and flyers. You will conduct presentations and disseminate materials on the program to a variety of audiences to ensure a steady flow of program referrals. You will make recommendations to management on new and revised laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures to improve program performance and quality. You will become CLASS® tool certified and conduct CLASS® assessments as needed to support ECCP® program operations. This position will also: • Support coordination of logistics and operations of the ECCP® program statewide in order to ensure access to services and quality service delivery. • Coordinate and implement statewide outreach to a variety of audiences about children’s social-emotional development early childhood mental health, and the ECCP® program. • Review and analyze specific ECCP® program policies, procedures, rules, regulations, and activities and make recommendations to improve administrative and operational workflows. • Review data and evaluation reports and make policy and program recommendations. • Monitors and reports on staff performance to ensure adherence to established ECCP® model fidelity, policies and quality standards. • Prepare reports and presentations regarding program performance and operations. • Provide training and technical assistance to ECCP® consultants as needed regarding program standards and effective delivery of services. Skills and Knowledge: • Strong understanding of early childhood mental health, early care and education systems, including relevant laws, regulations, and community resources. • Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships, coordinate inter-agency services, and advocate for resources. • Experience in identifying and addressing program deficiencies, developing program goals, and implementing improvements. • Skilled in delivering training, presentations, and orientation programs. • Effective communication skills, including the ability to represent the department, write clearly, and utilize applicable computer programs. Minimum Qualifications: An eight (8) year combination of education and/or professional experience in social services or program management with experience in the early care and education system and/or children’s mental health system. The backgrounds of well-qualified candidates should demonstrate the following competencies: 1. A thorough knowledge of the early care and education system, children’s mental health system, and other child-serving systems. 2. Administrative skills, including development and implementation of workplans, quality assurance processes, and communication strategies. 3. The ability and motivation to effectively manage multiple short- and long-term projects. 4. Experience and ability to facilitate meetings, conduct training, and interface with various stakeholders. 5. A knowledge of program oversight including quality assurance and quality improvement. Thinking about applying? Research shows that people from historically excluded communities tend to apply to jobs only when they check every box in the posting. If you’re currently reading this and hesitating to apply for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! Let us know how your lived experience and passion set you apart. Agency information: TheDepartment of Health and Human Services (https://www.maine.gov/dhhs/) (DHHS) is dedicated to promoting health, safety, resilience, and opportunity for Maine people. The Department provides health and social services to approximately a third of the State's population, including children, families, older Mainers, and individuals with disabilities, mental illness, and substance use disorders. The Department also promotes public health, operates two state psychiatric hospitals, and provides oversight to health care providers. The Office of Child & Family Services (OCFS), within DHHS is responsible for ensuring the safety, permanency and well-being of children and families through community networks, local resources, and life-long family connections throughout Maine. Application Information: Please submit all documents or files in PDF format. To apply, please upload a resume, post-secondary transcripts and cover letter addressing the competency areas in the Requirements section. For additional information about this position please contact Melanie Miller, ECCP® Program Manager at Melanie.Miller@Maine.gov To request a paper application, please contact Mandy.Hernandez@Maine.gov Benefits of working for the State of Maine: No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including: + Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays , 12 days of sick leave , and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave. + Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($11,196.96 - $12,514.32 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State. + Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($387.92 annual value). + Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 13.29% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS). + Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receivesix weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act (https://www.maine.gov/bhr/state-employees/workplace-posters) . State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package (https://www.maine.gov/bhr/state-jobs/compensation-benefits) , covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness (https://www.maine.gov/bhr/oeh/) . Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time. There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role. As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics. If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.