Education Liaison

About the role

The Educational Liaison is responsible for assisting and supporting residents, family and the educational system during the entire treatment experience from admission through discharge. The role contributes insightful, practical, and meaningful information to the treatment planning process.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates with parents and school upon admission regarding educational needs of the client and sets an appropriate school work schedule.
• Determines whether the client has any special needs regarding educational requirements, communicates those needs to the treatment team, and assists the resident in fulfilling those needs.
• Communicates with the client’s school regarding assignments and tasks.
• Facilitates the timely completion of assignments and tasks.
• Communicates with school counselor and parents regarding the status of the client’s educational progress.
• Assists parents with communication to school and school counselor.
• If the client is not enrolled in school, assists parents to enroll the client in an alternative school to help complete educational minimums.
• Contributes to the well-being of all residents by serving as a positive role model, demonstrating a professional and caring manner toward co-workers, residents, and guests.
• Treats all residents, guests, and co-workers respectfully and courteously.
• Maintains a clean environment and ensures that the house is tidy and clean.
• Makes timely requests for leave and ensures there is coverage for any scheduled shift that is missed.
• Performs any other assigned and/or requested duties.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED and at least two years’ experience working within the mental health, counseling, or eating disorders field preferred
• OR Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from a four-year college or university and two years’ experience working within the mental health, counseling, or eating disorders field preferred
• OR Master’s degree from an accredited university and one year’s experience working within the mental health, counseling, or eating disorders field preferred
• Must possess a current driver’s license in good standing

Schedule

Monday–Friday, 7:00 am–3:00 pm

Pay

$24–$26 per hour

Work location

On-site – Irving, TX