Mental Health Consultant - Head Start and Early Head Start

Solicitation No.

RFP 25-007

Type / RFx

RFP

Status

Bidding

Level

local

Published Date

March 25, 2026

Due Date

June 30, 2027

NAICS Code

624190AI guide

Jurisdiction

Mexican American Opportunity Foundation

State

California

Agency

Mexican American Opportunity Foundation

The type of Mental Health Consultant Services shall be determined by the mutual agreement between the Early Head Start & Head Start Project Director or Designee and the Mental Health Services Consultant. Areas of consultation services shall include but are not limited to:Consultation regarding emotionally/behaviorally challenged children.Classroom observations, including written reports. The focus shall be on the child/adult interactions and promoting a positive social-emotional atmosphere.Identification of children with emotional/behavioral adjustment problems. This will involve behavioral observations and staff consultation.Implementation and evaluation of therapeutic programs and activities for children with emotional/behavioral adjustment problems. This will involve behavioral observations and or home visits, on an as-needed basis, with a written report submitted to MAOF Head Start.Individual child, Classroom, and/or home observations must be completed within 45 calendar days from the date of obtaining parental consent.Written referrals to Mental Health Agencies within the community when appropriateWritten referrals will be made to other agencies when appropriate.Reports for assessments of individual children will be submitted no later than 2 weeks after they are completed.Planning and assistance with mental health-related crises and concerns (i.e., earthquakes, community violence) that may arise during the year should be provided.Compliance with requirements of the Federal Head Start Performance Standards.Head Start may request consultation meetings, with this being included in the consultation time contracted.The Mental Health Consultant services must be authorized and/or delegated by the Mental Health manager and approved by the Head Start Director and/or Designee.The Mental Health Consultant will provide a copy of the license, resume, and a copy of the malpractice insurance of all its consultants/associates. Copies must be kept on file at the Mental Health Service Area officeServices will be performed at the MAOF Early Head Start and Head Start Centers' premises, Family childcare providers' homes, or individual family homes based on the need identified.Counseling to be provided for (Child only, parent only, individual staff, or groups.)Student behavioral observations and formal assessment.Screen for potential developmental disabilities and refer to disabilities servicesServices will be performed in English and Spanish, depending on the language most comfortable for the client.Provide Parent Education seminars or workshops as needed. Pre-Bid Meeting Information: No Online Q&A: No Location Information: Department: Procurement Department Address: 401 N. Garfield Ave.Montebello, California90640 County: Los Angeles License Requirements: Licensed Clinician Consultant Professional License or Certification Other Details: Head Start and Early Head Start Notes: Service Locations:•Los Angeles County•Riverside County•San Bernardino County•Contra Costa County

1. March 25, 2026Published
2. June 30, 2027Responses Due