Education Specialist, PRN, Days

Huntsville Hospital Health System; Decatur (AL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Decatur Morgan Hospital is seeking a School Teacher to deliver pediatric education under the Educational Services Program. The role includes coordinating enrollment in the Alabama Specialized Treatment Center and supporting students with diverse educational needs.

Under supervision of the Clinical Services Manager, you will collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure compliant care plans and accurate documentation while maintaining patient safety and program standards.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively with others.
• Knowledge of child and adolescent social and emotional development.
• Knowledge of psychiatric illness and the special needs of the pediatric population.

Responsibilities

• Implement Alabama STC educational regulations for pediatric patients.
• Prepare course objectives aligning with state guidelines.
• Choose methods and materials to support diverse learners.
• Demonstrate patience, trustworthiness, and attentiveness.
• Maintain thorough knowledge of the subject matter.
• Uphold standards of student behavior for a productive learning environment.
• Collaborate with the treatment team on patient care plans.
• Document patient interactions accurately per hospital guidelines.
• Adhere to policies ensuring a safe environment for all.
• Maintain CPR and MOAB certifications.

Skills

Communication

Child Development

Psychiatric Illness

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Alabama Class B Certificate

Job description

Overview

Job Summary:

Demonstrates through behavior Decatur Morgan Hospital's mission, vision and values.

The School Teacher, under the supervision of the Clinical Services manager, provides pediatric patients with daily educational curriculum for children and adolescents as part of the Educational Services Program at Decatur Morgan Hospital. Additionally, this individual facilitates the requirements of participation in the Specialized Treatment Center Endorsement of the Alabama State Department of Education through coordinating enrollment in the STC and assisting pediatric patients with various educational and learning needs. The School Teacher serves as an integral member of the interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities / Essential Functions

1. Under the direction of the Clinical Services Manager, is responsible for implementing the requirements of the Alabama Specialized Treatment Center educational regulations for pediatric patients admitted to Decatur Morgan Hospital West Campus.

2. Prepare course objectives and outline for the course of study following curriculum guidelines or requirements of states and school.

3. Demonstrates the ability to decide on the best use of methods and materials to help students acquire necessary skills, considering individual students' different needs and abilities.

4. Demonstrates qualities of patience, understanding, trustworthiness, and attention to work.

5. Possesses a thorough knowledge of the subject matter.

6. Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior to achieve a functional learning atmosphere.

7. Collaborates with treatment team members to ensure quality interdisciplinary plan of care for each patient.

8. Documents patient interactions and observations in an accurate and concise manner and in accordance with hospital guidelines.

9. Adheres to policies and procedures and demonstrates practices that ensure a safe environment for patients, visitors, coworkers, and staff.

10. CPR certification.

11. MOAB certification.

Qualifications

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Experience Required:

1)Ability to communicate effectively with others 2) Knowledge of child and adolescent social and emotional development. 3)Knowledge of psychiatric illness and the special needs of the pediatric population.

Education

• Bachelor degree from a four-year college or university
• Alabama Class B Certificate with appropriate endorsement.

Experience

Minimum one year experience working with individuals aged four and above in an educational setting.