Educational Specialist

Job Title & Specialty Area: Education Specialist


Department: Family Research Library School


Location: Plano, Texas

Shift: Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm


Job Type: On-Site

Why Children's Health?

At Children's Health, our mission is to Make Life Better for Children, and we recognize that their health plays a crucial role in achieving this goal.

Through our cutting-edge treatments and affiliation with UT Southwestern, we strive to deliver an extraordinary patient and family experience, ensuring that every moment, big or small, contributes to their overall well-being.

Our dedication to promoting children's health extends beyond our organization and encompasses the broader community. Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of children and contribute to a brighter and healthier future for all.

Summary:
The Education Specialist consults with families, school districts and Children's Health staff to determine the patient's school needs (cognitive, social/emotional and behavior) and creates a school plan for hospitalization and school reintegration, as well as acting as a resource to the community and Children's Health staff. The Educational Specialist applies advanced problem solving skills in the educational planning of students with complex medical and behavioral needs, while adhering to the regulations of all applicable state and federal laws, as well as the Joint Commission.

Responsibilities:
* Maintains patient transition plans and care plans for all inpatient and day treatment psychiatry patients
* Creates transition plans for patients in grades K - 12
* Organizes and manages patient caseload to provide timely information to the patient's school and medical teams
* Implements and supports patient's treatment/medical goals in the community school setting
* Coordinates enrollment in Dallas or Plano ISD hospital school program when appropriate
* Determines and recommends appropriate academic and behavioral accommodations in the school setting
* Coordinates school transitions with the family, medical team and community school
* Interprets individualized education plans (IEP) or 504 plans
* Interprets complex educational and medical testing, such as neuropsychological evaluations
* Has in-depth knowledge of special education law, as well as the Annual Review and Dismissal (ARD) process; has in-depth knowledge of Section 504 and how it is implemented in the school setting
* Knows of and applies educational resources in the psychiatric classroom setting and makes recommendations on using these resources in the patient's community school

WORK EXPERIENCE
* At least 4 years related experience Required
* At least 4 years working in the special education setting Required


EDUCATION
* Four-year Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience Required
* Graduate or professional work or advanced degree; or equivalent experience Preferred

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
* State of Texas Board of Educators Teaching Certification in Special Education Required


A Place Where You Belong

We put our people first. We welcome, value, and respect the beliefs, identities and experiences of our patients and colleagues. We are committed to delivering culturally effective care, creating meaningful partnerships in the communities we serve, and equipping and developing our team members to make Children's Health a place where everyone can contribute.

Holistic Benefits - How We'll Care for You:
• Employee portion of medical plan premiums are covered after 3 years.
• 4%-10% employee savings plan match based on tenure
• Paid Parental Leave (up to 12 weeks)
• Caregiver Leave
• Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement


As an equal opportunity employer, Children's Health does not discriminate against employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, veteran or military status, disability, or genetic information or any other Federal or State legally-protected status or class. This applies to all aspects of the employer-employee relationship including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, promotion, transfer pay, training, discipline, workforce adjustments, termination, employee benefits, and any other employment-related activity.