Clinical Educator — Special Education in Behavioral Health

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

Job summary

Universal Health Services, Inc. seeks a Clinical Educator to support educational assessments and instruction for patients in a hospital setting.

The role involves delivering structured classroom instruction, developing tailored interventions, and collaborating on curriculum development and treatment planning. The position requires a teaching credential (PEL) in Illinois, a Bachelor's degree, and ideally a Master’s degree with experience in ED/BD populations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required; Master's degree preferred.
• One year teaching ED/BD children and/or adolescents preferred.
• Valid PEL, Illinois teaching certificate required; certification in Special Education preferred.
• Knowledge of effective teaching skills, educational strategies, and behavior management.

Responsibilities

• Participates in ongoing educational assessments of patients.
• Provides instruction to patients while maintaining an orderly and disciplined structure in the classroom.
• Develops special interventions for patients unable to function within the classroom setting.
• Assists in curriculum development.
• Participates in patient treatment planning and staffings when necessary.
• Understands the basic growth and development milestones with appropriate interventions specific to the age and population served.
• Completes patient lesson plans.
• Completes and maintains all records as required.
• Mantains an adequate supply of appropriate instructional materials relative to patient's age and functioning level.
• Participates in case management activities as required.
• Assures the maintenance of a safe and sanitary environment.

Skills

Teaching

Educational assessment

Curriculum planning

Crisis management

Special education knowledge

Growth & development knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Universal Health Services, Inc. seeks a Clinical Educator to support educational assessments and instruction for patients in a hospital setting.

The role involves delivering structured classroom instruction, developing tailored interventions, and collaborating on curriculum development and treatment planning. The position requires a teaching credential (PEL) in Illinois, a Bachelor's degree, and ideally a Master’s degree with experience in ED/BD populations.