Education Assistant

Education Assistant

The Education Assistant serves as the client's main support as they integrate into the Portland Public School system. This position completes education assessments and progress reports on a regular basis and acts as a liaison for the client and school staff (counselors, teachers, etc.). They meet regularly with the youth at our program to connect them with educational resources, help with homework and share updates on their grades. They also provide offsite support to the youth in the classroom.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Works with teachers to provide educational support and behavioral management in the classrooms.
• Completes ongoing progress reports and uploads to the client's electronic record
• Completes the Education Assessment with 72 hours of the client's admission to the program and uploads to the client's electronic record
• Contracts client's previous facilities/educational institutions, etc. for transferable credits.
• Completes a "Client Education Discharge Letter" prior to youth leaving the program.
• Assists in group outings and field trips with the clients.
• Completes incident reports as required. Completes documentation in a timely manner.
• Participates in daily shift change meetings and regularly scheduled staff meetings.
• Assists in the milieu during periods of high activity, as needed.
• Works effectively with external representatives and/or community members to ensure cooperative and supportive working relations and coordination of client services.
• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team (case management, clinical, education, medical, etc.).
• Is aware of Morrison Compliance Program including Compliance Officer, Compliance Standards of Conduct, and Employee Compliance Hotline. Understands Compliance Standards of Conduct and signs attestation document. Completes all assigned compliance, HIPAA, client privacy, and fraud, waste, and abuse training. Knows how to report any client privacy or fraud, waste, or abuse concerns.
• Demonstrate a commitment to developing a thorough knowledge and application of the Sanctuary model and other organizational policies & practices.
• Participate in staff development, in-services, and training related to workplace effectiveness; model professional behaviors and implement improvements to business practices with awareness of their impact in a trauma-informed behavioral healthcare organization.
• Other duties as assigned to ensure successful operation of program/department

Competencies :

• Understanding of and commitment to trauma-informed care.
• Commitment to utilizing a team approach while addressing the wellness of adolescents who have experienced complex trauma.
• Commitment to professional growth.
• Communicate clearly and effectively orally and in writing in English
• Ability to utilize critical thinking skills.
• Maintain effective and professional working relationships with agency employees at all levels and the general public.
• Able to hold each other and yourself accountable to all individuals within Morrison, our clients and our community stakeholders.

Required Position Qualifications :

• High school diploma required
• 1 year experience working with youth
• Bi-lingual in Spanish and English, written, read and verbal strongly preferred. Must clear a language proficiency test for Spanish.
• Attained age 21 years or older before first day of employment in position

Preferred Position Qualifications :

• Work in a classroom or educational setting

Other Requirements:

• Blood borne Pathogens training is required on the first day of employment.
• CPR/SFA obtained within 30 days of employment and kept current
• Complete required program trainings and update as required, including a training in Crisis De-escalation and Physical Restraint Techniques
• May work at multiple ORR Programs
• Pass a criminal history background check though Morrison and a suitability determination investigation through the U.S. Office of Personnel Management. For further information review:
• Proof of Vaccination (MMR, Varicella, DTap & Influenza annually)

For positions that require driving :

• Hold a valid drivers' license and if driving a personal vehicle, must maintain minimum auto insurance policy
• Transporting clients may be required by using an agency vehicle

Working Conditions : Environment : Work is done in clinical offices, community settings, including Morrison Residential, administration buildings, public locations, and social service sites. Breaks and meals are subject to interruption. Universal Precautions and remaining alert to the environment are critical to address the potential for violent behavior, exposure to disease, biohazards, noise, and contaminants. Mental demands : Work assigned is diverse and may involve addressing new and unique circumstances. The work might be unpredictable and disrupts planned tasks, requiring flexible time management. Physical demands : Ability to remain calm and emotionally available serving youth, adults and or families who have experienced trauma. Proficient with office equipment and physical movement. Ability to perform physical interventions if needed in accordance with program and training. Physical dexterity for reaching, stooping, and repetitive wrist and hand motions.

Benefits & Total Rewards: Morrison offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support employee well-being and work-life balance:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• Retirement plan with employer contribution
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Meaningful, mission-driven work that makes a difference in the community