The Department of Early Learning and Care seeks proposals from organizations interested in becoming a center of excellence on Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Consultation in Oregon.
Interested and eligible organizations are invited to submit proposals to become the Central Entity for the Early Childhood Suspension and Expulsion Prevention Program.
This organization will collaborate with DELC to develop a statewide equity centered IECMHC model with the goal of preventing suspension and expulsion of young children. The Central Entity will provide content expertise and technical assistance to Regional Service Providers in implementing IECMHC and expanding the diversity of the IECMHC workforce.
Webinar overview
The Central Entity will function as a center of excellence on equity centered IECMHC in Oregon. This Entity will collaborate with DELC to lead the development and features of the Oregon model and provide technical assistance to Regional Service Providers. Activities include:
- Develop standards and guidelines for program administration and the delivery of IECMHC that is culturally responsive, implemented with a focus on antibias and inclusive practices, and is effective in preventing the use of suspension and expulsion and other exclusionary discipline
- Define the essential skills and competencies for IECMH Consultants
- Support the knowledge and skill development of IECMH Consultants and program leaders through strategies such as:
- Core training and onboarding
- Communities of Practice
- Reflective Supervision (particularly where not available locally)
- Licensure Supervision (particularly where not available locally)
- Equity Dialogues and Affinity Spaces
- Develop a variety of strategies and workforce pathways to increase the diversity of Oregon’s IECMHC workforce
- Provide technical assistance and implementation support to Regional Service Providers on all aspects of implementing and administering an IECMHC program, including development of job descriptions and hiring protocols, strategies for developing authentic relationships and understanding the current and historical context of the communities being served, and instruction on the use of selected screening and assessment tools.
- Engage in Continuous Quality Improvement and Evaluation Activities, adjusting program practices and updating technical assistance to Regional Service Providers as needed.
Please join us for this informational webinar to learn more!
Date: January 9, 2024
Time: 2 PM PST
Click here to register: January 9th Zoom Meeting
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
To read the full list of requirements for the Central Entity and submit a proposal, please visit oregonbuys.gov.
Questions? Contact Laura Sprehe, Laura.Sprehe@delc.oregon.gov
Proposals are due on 2/9/2024