Education Facilitator

Summary

The Education Facilitator supports the educational needs of adolescents in PHP and IOP programs, ensuring students maintain academic progress while receiving behavioral health treatment. This per diem role is Monday–Friday, 12pm–3pm (approximately 15 hours/week).

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with academic institutions and families to ensure students maintain educational progress while in treatment
• Provide individualized educational support tailored to the needs of each adolescent, adapting curricula and lesson plans where necessary
• Serve as a liaison between educational institutions and Guidelight Health staff to ensure seamless communication and support for student academic requirements
• Develop and implement educational strategies that align with the therapeutic goals of the adolescent's treatment plan
• Assist in creating an environment that fosters both academic achievement and emotional well-being
• Conduct assessments to evaluate educational needs and progress, while keeping accurate records of student performance and engagement
• Maintain a structured yet flexible learning environment that is conducive to both learning and therapeutic support
• Collaborate with mental health professionals to integrate educational services with treatment plans
• Provide guidance to adolescents to help them improve study habits, time management, and academic confidence

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Special Education, or related field
• 2+ years of experience working with adolescents, ideally within a behavioral health or special education setting
• Proven experience in educational planning and facilitating curriculum for students with diverse learning needs
• Strong understanding of mental health issues and their impact on learning and development
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team, including therapists, counselors, and case managers
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Compassionate, patient, and adaptable, with a passion for working with adolescents

Pay

• $32 USD – $35 USD per hour

Benefits

For teammates working 32+ hours per week:

• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, HealthJoy unlimited therapy, UHC wellness program, HSA/FSA options, and pet insurance
• Time Off: Responsible PTO (flexible time off for full-time and part-time employees)
• 401(k): With company match
• Licensing: All licensing fees covered, including opportunities for cross-licensure when applicable
• Professional Development: Annual stipend for tuition reimbursement, ongoing education, or CEUs
• Clinical Supervision & Growth: Pre-licensed clinicians receive structured clinical supervision toward licensure; all clinicians benefit from supervision grounded in the PHP/IOP curriculum