Education Specialist (Full-Time) | Residential Behavioral Health

Education Specialist - VanAndel- Summit Program

What youll do

Working in one of our residential homes alongside our experienced care team youll implement individual treatment and education plans tailored to meet the needs of boys and girls ages 10-18 in our program. Youll mentor join in recreational activities provide support within a classroom setting and create a warm loving home for teens who need a refuge.

Compensation Collaboration

Were starting team members up to $23 per hour with a generous benefits package. Youll join a passionate purposeful and collaborative team who is committed to doing what it takes to give youth a brighter future.

Lets be honest

We wont sugarcoat this. Some days are going to be tough. Those in our care have been abused and neglected have histories of mental health challenges and some are involved in the juvenile justice system. Their trauma is real. Theyre short on trust and sometimes quick to anger. Theyre not used to caring adults who show up day after day.

But you will. You were built for this.

HOURS OF WORK: Monday- Friday 7am to 3pm.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist clients in coming prepared and on time for school.
• Support and encourage students to positively participate and complete all school tasks.
• Assist students in the classroom with academic areas in conjunction with the teacher.
• Respond to and address student behavioral issues as they arise.
• Consistently meet with the teacher(s) before and after school. Provide the communication link between school personnel and the program staff on a daily basis.
• Document pertinent observations on students behavior and successes during school; track re-groups and suspensions.
• Be available to assist other YTS staff in event of shortage and/or crisis.
• Check school sheets for assignments and leave information for YTS to monitor completion.
• Report on education issues at team meetings providing advocacy and support.
• May be asked to assist with development and execution of special education programs.
• Assist with milieu coverage as needed including before and after school.
• Respond to other classroom duties as designated by the teacher.
• Monitor classroom enabling teacher to make school contacts and/or do lesson plans (up to 3 hours per week).
• Correct designated papers when asked.
• Teach electives as needed and use out of school time for preparation.
• Attends necessary team meetings for education and residential.
• Responsible for timely Quality Assurance compliance as related to employees roles and functions.
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors required in one of the following disciplines: Social Work Psychology Guidance and Counseling Consumer or Community Services Criminal Justice Family Ecology Sociology Human Services or Education.
• Meets all qualifications as described in the Youth Treatment Specialist job description.
• Prior experience working with youth in a classroom setting preferred.
• Subscription to the Statement of Faith of Wedgwood Christian Services and agreement with the goal purpose and objectives of the agency.

Benefits:

• 403(b) with employer match
• Medical dental and vision coverage
• Free supplemental virtual PCP care with medical plan
• Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability
• Life insurance (up to 2x salary)
• Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Insurance
• On-site gymnasium & 24-hour wellness center
• Tuition discounts through community partnerships
• Employee Assistance Program
• Beautiful on-campus walking trail

Wedgwood Christian Services

Since 1960 Wedgwood Christian Services has been dedicated to boldly taking on the toughest problems facing children and families through residential care counseling services and community programs. Leaning on our faith and core values of integrity compassion excellence and diversity we tackle the crucial work of supporting and restoring the wellbeing of all those who call West Michigan home.

Mission: Wedgwood Christian Services extends Gods love to youth adults and families through professional counseling and educational services.

Core Values: Integrity Compassion Excellence and Diversity