Nurturing Healthy Behaviors: Statewide Mental Health
| NE-Munroe-Meyer Institute of Genetics & Rehabilitation, UCEDD/LEND | |||
| Program Type | LEND,UCEDD | Fiscal Year | 2016 |
| Contact | Barbara Jackson, Ph.D. | ||
| [email protected] | |||
| Phone | 402-559-5765 | ||
| Project Description | |||
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The Nurturing Healthy Behavior (NHB) in Early Childhood Pilot Projects are based on the use of the Teaching Pyramid Model and Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports (PBiS) along with other evidence-based strategies, practices, and interventions promoted through the Center on the Social Emotional Foundations for Early Learning (CSEFEL). This framework guides Nebraska efforts in promoting the social and emotional development of children and preventing challenging behavior by offering early childhood and mental health consultation to providers, parents, and children in early care and education settings. The NHB funded projects are located in three regions including: Kid Squad (Omaha metropolitan area), CEDARS Youth Services (Lincoln area), and Central Nebraska Early Childhood Mental Health System of Care Project (Grand Island area). The NHB projects implement the following core program components, each using a community specific implementation strategy: Outreach to child care centers and homes serving children eligible for Title XX funds. Observation, assessment and consultation to identified children or classrooms within child care centers by mental health consultants (licensed mental health professionals) with expertise in the social and emotional development of young children. Provision of training to participating child care providers. Provision of training and education opportunities to participating parents. Referrals of children and families, as needed, for counseling and/or other intervention services. Early childhood consultation to support the general classroom practices. The Nebraska UCEDD is responsible for evaluating this project. |
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