Education Specialist

Schedule: PRN, Monday - Friday - 3 hours in the afternoon daily onsite is required during school calendar year.

Who we are

ERC Pathlight is an innovative, rapidly growing clinical leader in the behavioral health sector. Founded in 2008 by pre-eminent psychiatrists and psychologists in the eating disorder space, ERC Pathlight now treats over 6,000 patients per year, operates more than 30 facilities in 7 states and delivers tele-healthcare to patients nationally. We offer the most comprehensive treatment program in the country for patients who struggle with eating disorders, mood and anxiety and trauma-related disorders.

How you’ll serve our patients

As an Education Specialist, you will play a critical role in providing academic support to patients with behavioral health conditions, maintaining academic status and progress in their home school district while prioritizing treatment. Your expertise will be instrumental in facilitating an independent learning classroom environment, conducting education assessments, coordinating with the home school, developing specialized education plans, and collaborating with the treatment team to enhance patient outcomes and overall wellness.

You will serve patients daily in a multitude of ways:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct Academic Support Sessions: Deliver group academic support sessions to patients in a classroom setting. Create a safe and inclusive environment to encourage work completion and foster a sense of community among attendees. Additionally, provide one-on-one educational support, personalized to their unique needs and treatment plans. Offer guidance, resources, and assistance to help patients develop coping mechanisms that support their mental health goals. Full-time caseload is 18-22 patients, and there should be a balance between caseload and time patient-facing.
• Develop Educational Programs: Develop comprehensive education plans tailored to ideally maintain the patient’s academic standing at the home school district, exploring alternative academic options as needed. Advocate for realistic expectations and a reduced academic load while prioritizing recovery and treatment. Access and coordinate state/county resources for tutoring and one on one instruction.
• Collaborate with Multidisciplinary Team: Collaborate closely with primary therapists, psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, and other behavioral healthcare professionals to ensure a holistic approach to patient care. Collaborate with parents, authorized school staff, tutors, and guidance counselors to effectively communicate and advocate the academic needs of patients. This may include transition meetings and 504 planning.
• Monitor Patient Progress: Track and assess the educational progress of patients, identifying areas of improvement and adjusting educational plans accordingly. Work closely with the treatment team to address any barriers or challenges faced by patients. Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of educational sessions and any relevant information to ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Stay Current and Compliant: Stay updated with the latest developments in various eating, behavioral and mental health disorders and their diagnoses, treatments, and interventions in support of recovery for the patient Stay informed of best practices in specialized education, child development, education trends and various learning differences. Be informed and current with company policies and procedures, required training and certificates within the ERC Pathlight University platform.

Must haves

• Bachelors Degree in Psychology, Education, Behavioral Science or a related field- Required
• Teaching experience, 2-4 years in a classroom or school environment- Required
• Strong knowledge of various behavioral health conditions, treatment modalities, and therapeutic interventions- Required
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with patients, families, and healthcare professionals- Required
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team and contribute to the support of comprehensive treatment plans- Required
• Knowledge of educational methodologies, curriculum design, and specialized education- Required

Bonus Qualities

• Teaching Certificate- Preferred
• Experience working in behavioral healthcare settings, providing education and support to patients dealing with mental health conditions- Preferred
• Familiarity with relevant laws, regulations, and ethical guidelines pertaining to behavioral healthcare education- Preferred

How we invest in you

Every role at ERC Pathlight is essential to delivering the high-quality care we promise to our patients. This means that from day one, we’re here to support your role by offering ongoing training and continuing education opportunities, as well as support to achieve internal growth.

What we offer

Healthy organizations value the mental wellness of their teams, and we understand that the professionals who work for us are not immune to their own mental health conditions. In the same way we observe and guide our patients, we take the same consideration for our employees when building our benefits packages and healthcare offerings. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefit plans, Generous Paid Time Off, 401(K) with company match and tuition reimbursement.

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