Public Health Maternal Health Social Worker / Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant

Location: Southwest Iowa (Pottawattamie, Cass, Harrison, Ida, Mills, Monona, Shelby, Woodbury Counties)
Organization: Firefly
Position Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt
Pay Range: $27.50 - $49.90 per hour

Make a Difference for Children and Families

At Firefly, we believe every child and family deserves the opportunity to thrive. Since 1991, Firefly has provided innovative services that strengthen families through Early Head Start, Maternal Health, and Public Health programs.

We are seeking a compassionate, skilled, and mission-driven professional to join our team as a Public Health Maternal Health Social Worker / Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant. This unique dual-role position combines direct support for pregnant and postpartum individuals with consultation and coaching services that promote healthy social-emotional development for infants, toddlers, and their families.

If you are passionate about supporting maternal wellness, early childhood development, and strengthening families through trauma-informed and relationship-based practices, we encourage you to apply.

What You'll Do

Maternal Health Social Worker Responsibilities

As part of Firefly's Title V Maternal Health Program, you will:

• Provide psychosocial support, listening visits, and non-medical care coordination to pregnant and postpartum individuals.
• Assist families in accessing resources and navigating community support systems.
• Interpret depression screenings and assist with Medicaid presumptive eligibility applications.
• Maintain accurate electronic health records and ensure compliance with program standards.
• Participate in outreach and recruitment activities to increase awareness of maternal health services.
• Support documentation reviews and quality assurance efforts.
• Travel throughout Cass, Harrison, Ida, Mills, Monona, Pottawattamie, Shelby, and Woodbury counties to provide services.

Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant Responsibilities

As Firefly's Mental Health Consultant, you will:

• Provide reflective consultation and coaching to Early Head Start home visitors and parent educators.
• Observe caregiver-child interactions and provide strengths-based feedback and recommendations.
• Support staff in addressing developmental concerns, challenging behaviors, and family stressors.
• Assist with developmental and social-emotional screening interpretation and next-step planning.
• Promote trauma-informed practices and relationship-based care.
• Support compliance with Head Start Performance Standards related to mental health.
• Maintain accurate documentation and productivity standards.
• Provide services primarily within Pottawattamie County.

Qualifications

Required

• Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a related field.
• Current Iowa licensure or eligibility for licensure (LCSW, LISW, LMHC, LMFT, LMSW, or equivalent).
• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience working with infants, toddlers, children, and families.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation with proof of insurance.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic record systems.
• CPR/First Aid/AED certification or ability to obtain upon hire.

Preferred

• Experience in Early Head Start, home visiting, public health, or maternal health programs.
• Training or experience in trauma-informed care and reflective practice.
• Knowledge of infant and early childhood social-emotional development (ages 0-3).
• Understanding of maternal and infant mental health.
• Familiarity with community resources and referral networks.
• Bilingual English/Spanish skills.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is:

• Compassionate and relationship-focused.
• Skilled at working independently and collaboratively.
• Committed to supporting diverse families with respect and cultural humility.
• Comfortable providing services in homes, community settings, and office environments.
• Adaptable, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Passionate about promoting healthy outcomes for children and families.

Why Join Firefly?

At Firefly, you'll be part of a dedicated team that is making a lasting impact in the lives of children and families every day. We foster a supportive, mission-driven culture where employees are valued, encouraged to grow professionally, and empowered to make meaningful contributions to our community.

Working Conditions

• Regular local travel and home visits are required.
• Work may include occasional evening or weekend hours.
• Exposure to a variety of home and community environments.
• Significant driving throughout the service area.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Firefly is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees and applicants are treated with dignity and respect. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds who share our commitment to serving children, families, and communities.