Clinical Educator: Pediatric Behavioral Health Academy

Universal Health Services; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Health Services through Garfield Park Behavioral Hospital seeks a Clinical Educator to deliver instructional programs for children and adolescents in a psychiatric care setting. The role involves educational assessment, curriculum development, and participation in treatment planning.

Requirements include a Bachelor's degree, an Illinois teaching certificate, and prior experience with ED/BD populations. Masters is preferred; supervision is by the Director of Academy.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's Degree required; Masters preferred.
• Experience: One year teaching ED/BD children and/or adolescents preferred.
• Licensure/Certification: Valid PEL, Illinois teaching certificate required; certification in Special Education preferred.
• Knowledge: Prefer knowledge of effective teaching skills and educational strategies with a special education population.
• Supervision Received: Director of Academy
• Line of Promotion: Director of Academy
• Working Conditions: Exposure to psychiatric patients who may exhibit violent or aggressive behavior.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to communicate verbally and in writing; lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Participates in ongoing educational assessments of patients and provides instruction.
• Develops special interventions for patients unable to function in classroom.
• Assists in curriculum development and participates in treatment planning.
• Maintains records and ensures supplies are adequate.
• Maintains a safe and sanitary environment.

Skills

Educational assessment

Instructing/Teaching

Curriculum development

Special education strategies

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's preferred

Job description

Universal Health Services through Garfield Park Behavioral Hospital seeks a Clinical Educator to deliver instructional programs for children and adolescents in a psychiatric care setting. The role involves educational assessment, curriculum development, and participation in treatment planning.

Requirements include a Bachelor's degree, an Illinois teaching certificate, and prior experience with ED/BD populations. Masters is preferred; supervision is by the Director of Academy.