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Education LiaisonDiscovery Behavioral Health • Fairfield, CT, US
Education Liaison

Education Liaison

Discovery Behavioral Health • Fairfield, CT, US
19 days ago
Salary
$19.00–$22.00 hourly
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Position Summary: The Educational Liaison is responsible for assisting and supporting residents, family and the educational system during the entire treatment experience from admission through discharge.
Educational Liaison is responsible for contributing insightful, practical, and meaningful information to the treatment planning process. Essential Job Functions: * Coordinates with parents and school upon admission, regarding educational needs of the client and sets appropriate school work schedule. * Determines whether the client has any special needs regarding educational requirements, communicates those needs to the treatment team and assists the resident in fulfilling those needs. * Communicates with client's school regarding assignments and tasks.
Facilitates the timely completion of assignments and tasks. * Communicates with school counselor and parents regarding status of client's educational progress. * Assists parents with communication to school and school counselor. * If client is not enrolled in school, assists parents to enroll client in an alternative school to help complete educational minimums. * Contributes to the well-being of all residents by serving as a positive role model, demonstrating professional and caring manner toward co-workers, residents, and guests.
Treat all residents, guests and co-workers respectfully and courteously. * Maintains a clean environment and ensures that the house is tidy and clean. * Makes timely request for leave and makes sure there is coverage for any scheduled shift that is missed. * Performs any other assigned and/or requested duties. Knowledge, Education, and Experience: * High School Diploma or GED and at least two years' experience working within the mental health, counseling, or eating disorders field preferred OR * Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university and two years' experience working within the mental health, counseling, or eating disorders field preferred OR * Master's degree from an accredited university and one years' experience working within the mental health, counseling, or eating disorders field preferred. * Must possess a current Driver's License in good standing Employment Status: Full-time Schedule: Monday-Friday, 6am-2pm Work Location: On-site - Fairfield, CT Compensation: Pay Range: $19.00-22.00 hourly

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