Title of the position: Education Specialist
Department/Program:
Adolescent, Child
Reports to (to whom
the person directly reports): Director of Education and Medical Director
Overall
responsibility:
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Send medical certification and release of
information to home school
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Communicate with patients’ home schools
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Coordinate assignments with the patients’ home
schools
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Provide parents/guardians with educational
updates
·
Complete educational assessment with patients to
determine academic needs
·
Create academic plans with patients as needed
·
Assist patients with executive functioning
skills as needed\
·
Proctor school assessments as needed
·
Chart communication with parents, schools, and
patients
·
Attend rounds daily
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Participate in family sessions when appropriate
to provide information about school progress
·
Provide insurance utilization team with
educational updates
·
Meet with patients to prepare for school
staffings
·
Coordinate and participate in school staffings
and other school meetings when appropriate
·
Prepare proper documentation for school when
patient returns
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Update the team about transition plan and school
staffing
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Meet with IOP School Liaison to communicate transition
goals
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Attend weekly education team meetings
·
Participate in professional development
activities
Key areas of responsibility: Education
Consults with (those
who the person works with on a regular basis): Staff Psychiatrists,
Directors, Family Therapists, Staff Therapists/Psychologists,
Neuropsychologist, Therapeutic Placement Consultant, Utilization Review,
parents, school contacts, teacher aides, tutors, and coordinate with front desk
staff.
Qualifications
(necessary skills and experience required):
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Masters level degree in the field of education
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Experience working in a public school setting
with students who have emotional disabilities
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Knowledge of school systems and special
education processes
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Experience with classroom management
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Experience with students and families in crisis
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Excellent time management skills
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Ability to juggle multiple demands
simultaneously in a fast paced and changing environment
