PURPOSE: To enable Head Start/Birth to Five Programs to quickly access a full range of community mental health services for the children and families they serve. Services include consultation, education and support for staff and parents, mental health assessments, treatment planning, and office or home based therapy.

PROCEDURE: Designated licensed mental health staff will provide Second Step Anti-Violence Curriculum Lessons to children and their parents. Staff will also provide one hour of consultation per month for each identified classroom, attend regular parent training sessions, and attend group socializations for Early Head Start. Staff will also be available to observe children in the classroom and to make verbal and written recommendations for behavior management to Head Start staff. Identified at risk children and families will be referred for additional services by either mental health or Head Start staff as needed.

FEES: Fees are covered by a contract between SEK-CAP Head Start and Family Life Center, Inc.

ACCESS/REFERRAL: Individuals and families that wish to access services through Head Start should contact their Head Start Service Provider or the Coordinator of Community Based Children’s Services at Family Life Center.

CONTACT PHONE NUMBERS: Head Start (620) 724-8204 Ext. 106, Family Life Center (620) 848-230