Education Specialist

Compasshealthcenter; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical/dental/vision plans

401k program with company matching

Generous PTO

Job summary

Compasshealthcenter in Chicago is seeking an Education Specialist to support adolescent patients in transitioning back to school. You will coordinate with treatment teams to ensure comprehensive care and assist patients in executing their educational plans. Ideal candidates will possess a Master's degree in education and an active LBS1 license.

The position offers a salary range of $65,000 - $75,000, along with benefits including medical/dental/vision plans and generous PTO.

Qualifications

• Experience with students who have emotional disabilities.
• Experience with classroom management.
• Experience with students and families in crisis.

Responsibilities

• Support the educational needs of PHP patients.
• Coordinate assignments with patients’ home schools.
• Create academic plans with patients.

Skills

Experience working in a public school setting

Knowledge of special education processes

Excellent time management skills

Education

Masters level degree in the field of education

Active LBS1 teaching license

Job description

Weekly outpatient therapy isn't always enough, and a trip to the ER isn't the only answer. Patients and their families rely on CompassHealth Center whenincrisis - every day, wehelp people overcome depression, anxiety, suicidality, obsessions/compulsions, trauma, chronic pain, and other obstacles in order for our patients to live freely.

About This Role

As an Education Specialist, you’ll work thoughtfully with our adolescent patients to transition students from their schools to Compass, help them execute on their school IEPs and supervised learning plans, and help re-integrate patients back into their day-to-day lives after program. This role will consist of partnering closely with the entirety of our treatment teams, including Group Therapists, Family Therapists, and Prescribers to ensure comprehensive and compassionate care. We are seeking an experienced Education Specialist who is passionate about working with children and adolescents who have a range of diagnosis in mood and anxiety disorders.

Note: this position will start at the beginning of next school year, August 2026.

What You’ll Do

• Work closely with team members to support the educational needs of PHP patients
• Send medical certification and release of information to home school
• Communicate with patients’ home schools
• Coordinate assignments with the patients’ home schools
• Provide parents/guardians with educational updates
• Complete educational assessment with patients to determine needs
• Create academic plans with patients
• Partner with clinical staff to develop and administer Executive Functioning group sessions
• Assist patients with executive functioning skills
• Proctor school assessments as needed
• Chart communication with parents, schools, and patients
• Attend rounds daily
• Participate in family sessions when appropriate to provide information about school progress
• Provide insurance utilization team with educational updates
• Meet with patients to prepare for return to school meetings
• Coordinate and facilitate return to school meetings and any other school meetings
• Prepare proper documentation for school when patient returns
• Update the team about transition plan and school staffing
• Meet with IOP team to communicate transition goals
• Other duties as assigned

Who You Are

• Masters level degree in the field of education
• Active LBS1 teaching license (required)
• Experience working in a public school setting with students who have emotional disabilities
• Knowledge of school systems, special education processes, IEPs, etc.
• Experience with classroom management
• Experience with students and families in crisis
• Excellent time management skills

Compensation

$65,000 - $75,000 USD

Benefits

For eligible positions, benefits include: comprehensive medical/dental/vision plans, 401k program with company matching, generous PTO (including competitive parental leave after 1 year of employment), and continuous training through CEU seminars and volunteering opportunities.