Director of Education (RN)

MiraVista Behavioral Health Center; Holyoke (MA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

401(k) match

Employer paid long term disability (LＴ

Short term disability (STD)

Employer paid life and AD&D Insurance

Generous Paid Time Off

Flexible Spending Account

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

MiraVista Behavioral Health Center in Holyoke, MA is seeking a Director of Education to lead the strategic planning, development, and evaluation of all education and training programs across the hospital.

You will ensure staff are trained to clinical best practices and regulatory standards, collaborate with leaders, and supervise the education team while advancing a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Nursing; Doctorate preferred.
• At least 5 years in behavioral health; 3+ in education/leadership.
• Active state nursing license; CPR/CPI a plus.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to develop curriculum and teach using varied methods.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the hospital's annual education plan.
• Coordinate onboarding and orientation programs for all new hires.
• Design, implement, and evaluate training for clinical and non-clinical staff.
• Collaborate with department heads to identify training needs and create learning plans.
• Ensure staff maintain current licensures and certifications.
• Oversee training documentation and records for accrediting bodies.
• Monitor and evaluate program effectiveness and adjust as needed.
• Supervise education team and external trainers.
• Participate in QAPI activities related to training.
• Stay informed on evidence-based practices and regulatory updates.

Skills

Curriculum design

Leadership

Learning Management Systems

Communication

Healthcare education

Education

Master's Degree in Nursing

Doctorate preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

LMS

Job description

The Director of Education is responsible for the strategic planning, implementation, and evaluation of educational and training programs across the behavioral health hospital. This position ensures that all staff are trained in accordance with clinical best practices, regulatory requirements, hospital policies, and patient care standards. The Director of Education works closely with leadership, clinical teams, and regulatory bodies to maintain excellence in staff development and to promote a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.

As a Director of Education:

• Develop and manage the hospital's annual education plan, aligning with organizational goals and regulatory standards.
• Coordinate and provide onboarding and orientation programs for all new hires.
• Design, implement, and evaluate ongoing training programs for clinical and non-clinical staff, including crisis intervention, trauma-informed care, de-escalation techniques, and compliance training (e.g., HIPAA, OSHA, Joint Commission standards).
• Collaborate with department heads to identify specific training needs and develop customized learning plans.
• Ensure staff maintain current licensures and certifications through continuing education and required in-service programs.
• Oversee training documentation and maintain records in accordance with accrediting and licensing bodies.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of educational programs and modify them based on feedback, outcomes, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Supervise education team members and external trainers, ensuring consistent delivery and quality of instruction.
• Participate in quality assurance and performance improvement (QAPI) activities related to training and education.
• Stay informed on the latest evidence-based practices, behavioral health trends, and regulatory updates.

The Director of Education will have the following:

• Education: Master's Degree in Nursing. Doctorate preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in a behavioral health or psychiatric healthcare setting, with at least 3 years in an educational or leadership role preferred.
• Licensure/Certifications: Active state licensure in nursing required. CPR, CPI, or other crisis management certifications a plus.
• Skills:
• Strong understanding of behavioral health principles and treatment modalities.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to develop curriculum and use a variety of teaching methodologies.
• Proficient in Learning Management Systems (LMS) and Microsoft Office Suite.

When you join the growing MiraVista team as a Director of Education you’ll receive:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• 401(k) match
• Employer paid long term disability (LTD)
• Short term disability (STD)
• Employer paid life and AD&D Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Flexible Spending Account
• Tuition Reimbursement

Pay Range:

Compensation will be determined based on the candidate's relevant experience.

$105,000 - $135,000

MiraVista is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.