Adult Education Teacher
Tulsa location
Competitive annual salary $55K!
Premium medical, dental & vision benefits
75% employer paid medical premiums
Retirement savings 403(b) plan
with up to 6% employer match
Life Insurance, short- & long-term disability benefits
Employee assistance and wellness programs
34 Paid days off 1st year!
Agency-Paid Professional development and CEUs
About the role
Join an amazing team as an adult educator as part of one of Tulsa's premier mental health organizations.
Responsibilities
- Provides High School Equivalency (HSE) instruction to men and women in classroom and community settings.
- Instruction may also take place in county jails for individuals impacted by the criminal/legal system.
- Areas of instruction include Literacy and/or HSE classes in the subject areas of Language Arts, Social Studies, Math and Science for the attainment of a General Education Development (GED) diploma.
Qualifications
- Competent understanding of adult learners, learning disabilities, and necessary instruction to pass the GED or HiSET exam.
- Ability to learn, understand, and apply trauma-informed instruction and the impacts substance abuse has on learners.
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment, and work cooperatively with other instructors, staff, students and community partners.
Education and/or Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Education or related field.
- Oklahoma Teaching Certification or the ability to obtain prior to employment start.
Skills and Competence
- Must have a strong commitment to the right and ability of each person served to live in normal community residences; and have access to helpful, adequate, competent, and continuous supports and services.
- Respectful awareness while teaching, of client rights and personal preferences in treatment.
Other Requirements
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record and use personal automobile to travel to locations other than primary office. [mileage reimbursement provided]
About the organization
Family & Children’s Services works to heal hurting and abused children, strengthen families, and provide hope and a path to recovery for those battling mental illness and addiction. You will be working in an innovative and dynamic environment using a new transformative model of care Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC).
CCBHC Model of Care
This model is characterized by innovative, team-based approach and whole person care for adults and children with a range of complex mental health and substance use challenges.
Services Offered
- Utilizes multi-disciplinary teams, staff work collaboratively to provide a coordinated effort to enhance client recovery.
- Robust CCBHC services often result in better client outcomes and quality of care due to:
- Increased access to care and crisis services
- Expanded traditional community mental health and substance use services.
- Added Care Coordination and physical health screening for mental health clients
- Greater access to Social Services for clients’ economic and social needs
- Increased specialized services for veterans, those most in need, and those impacted by the opioid crisis.
Drug Free Workplace Policy
This job is classified as a "safety-sensitive" position as defined by the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana and Patient Protection Act. Possession of a medical marijuana license will not exclude any applicant; however, all employees are subject to the Family & Children's Services Drug Free Workplace Policy.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Family & Children’s Services is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.