Education Facilitator

About the Role

The Education Facilitator plays a vital role in supporting the educational needs of adolescents participating in our PHP and IOP programs. This position ensures that students continue to engage in their educational goals while receiving treatment for their behavioral and mental health challenges.

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

Schedule

Monday-Friday, 12pm-3pm (approximately 15 hours/week), part-time onsite position.

Benefits & Perks

As a Guidelight teammate working 32+ hours per week, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, HealthJoy unlimited therapy, UHC wellness program, HSA/FSA options, and pet insurance
• Time Off: Responsible PTO, in lieu of a traditional accrual-based policy, which allows full-time and part-time employees to take the time they need, when they need it, while ensuring continuity of care and team collaboration
• 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, and all clinicians benefit from best-in-class supervision grounded in our state-of-the-art PHP/IOP curriculum