Education Continuity Coordinator

Sandstone Care; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 24,796 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical insurance (including dental/VI

Flexible PTO and wellbeing days

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Sandstone Care in Colorado and Maryland seeks an Education Continuity Coordinator to safeguard educational rights for teens in PHP. You will liaise with schools, LEAs, and post-secondary programs to maintain academic progress during treatment.

The role requires strong communication, experience with IEP/504 plans, and the ability to coordinate services across education and behavioral health settings to ensure smooth transitions back to school.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Education or related field
• Experience with IDEA and Section 504 knowledge is preferred
• Experience mentoring and supporting adolescents in education/vocational settings
• Minimum 3 years experience with ages 13-18
• Strong written and verbal communication skills required

Responsibilities

• Complete educational screenings for incoming clients
• Interpret IEP/504 plans to facilitate continued learning
• Provide academic, vocational services and coordinate with schools/BOCES
• Document services in timely manner
• Maintain school communication log for each client
• Prepare Academic Transition Plans prior to discharge
• Participate in monthly quality assurance reviews

Skills

Communication skills

Mentoring experience

IEP/504 knowledge

Adolescent education experience

Public relations with schools

Education

Bachelor's degree required

Education or behavioral health advanced degree preferred

Job description

Job Title: Education Continuity Coordinator

Location: Hybrid, Colorado & Maryland

Work Environment: Teen & Young Adult Outpatient Treatment Centers

Schedule: Monday to Friday | Some evenings required

Job Type: Full Time

Compensation: $25 - $30 per hour dependent of experience and licensure

About The Role

The Educational Continuity Coordinator (ECC) is responsible for ensuring uninterrupted access to educational rights and services for every adolescent and young adult enrolled in Sandstone Care's Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP). Operating within a dual-regulatory environment governed by both behavioral health licensing authorities and state education agencies, this role functions as the primary liaison between the treatment program and the adolescent's home school, Local Education Agency (LEA), post-secondary education organization and relevant educational officials across assigned states.

You will coordinate, facilitate, monitor, and document educational continuity--ensuring that every adolescent's academic progress, educational rights, and school relationships are actively maintained throughout treatment and that every student returns to their school of record with a clear, documented, and actionable transition plan.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete comprehensive educational screenings of incoming clients
• Interpret Individualized Education Plans (IEP) or Section 504 Plans to plan for, facilitate and measure continued learning
• Provide academic & vocational services, including delivery of assessments (whenappropriate), building goals and measurableobjectives, and coordinate academic needs with outside school or BOCES, as well as vocational and recreational services with families
• Timelydocumentation of services
• Assistsand encourages clients in the completion of homework assignments
• Must consistentlydemonstratethe ability toestablishand maintain good publicrelations with schools, families, referral agencies, and other community resources
• Must have the ability to express ideas clearly, concisely, convincingly, andeffectively when addressing an audience
• To consistently exercise good judgment and adequate emotional stability inevaluating situations and making decisions despite the pressures of deadlines orthe occurrence of unexpected stressful events
• May be asked to participate in IEP meetings
• Coordinates and supports the daily structured study period
• Collaborating with the Site Director, monitors anticipated length of stay for all active clients
• Maintains a running school communication log for every active client
• Complete s written Academic Transition Plan for every client prior to discharge
• Participates in monthly quality assurance reviews

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree required, Bachelors or Master’s Degree in Education or in a Behavioral Health Science (clinical social work, clinical psychology, marriageand family therapy, or a related field) is preferred.

Training/Experience

• Certified or is eligible for a teaching license in the state in which you work
• Working knowledge of Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
• Experience providing mentoring, academic, vocational, and life skills support to adolescents
• Ideal candidate has a minimum of 3 years of experience, including experience with clients from the age of 13 to 18
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

The Perks

At Sandstone Care, we believe that great care starts with our employees. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits packageto support you in your personal and professional journey. Some of the benefits include:

• A competitive compensation and total rewards package including a meaningful salary, merit-based pay increases, and professional growth opportunities.
• A flexible PTO package that includes accrued PTO, paid holidays, and wellbeing days
• 401(K) with up to 5% company match
• High quality medical, dental, and vision insurance with a variety of package options that meet your needs and majority company paid.
• A robust Employee Assistance Program: Including counseling, legal consultations, financial planning, and wellness coaching.
• A collaborative and supportive community of therapists and team members: Fostering a positive work environment.

Sandstone Care’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

At Sandstone Care, we are committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion that not only enriches the lives of our employees but also ensures the wellbeing and care of our clients, regardless of their race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, age, ability, or background. We believe that embracing diversity and promoting equity and inclusion are integral to our mission of providing high-quality behavioral health services.

Sandstone Care is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any other legally protected status. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.