Education Coordinator for Adolescent Mental Health
About The Position
Mission Prep Healthcare is seeking a compassionate, organized, and dedicated Education Coordinator to support adolescents receiving mental health and substance use treatment. In this rewarding role, you'll help ensure clients continue their academic journey while in treatment by coordinating with schools, families, and our multidisciplinary clinical team. Mission Prep is an adolescent specific treatment program under the AMFM Healthcare family, aiming to provide support and sustainable change for adolescents and families challenged by primary mental health struggles. They utilize a blend of time-tested therapeutic approaches and innovative interventions to create a sustainable experience. Every element of care is conducted with attention and purpose, from sessions with a board-certified psychiatrist to the home-like environment cultivated for a sense of belonging and connection.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field.
- Minimum of one year of experience in an educational setting.
- Understanding of the educational needs of youth ages 12–17 experiencing mental health and/or substance use challenges.
- Current CPR certification (or ability to obtain).
- Clear TB screening.
- Ability to successfully complete state criminal background and child abuse registry checks, as well as Mission Prep's pre-employment screening.
- Strong knowledge of educational practices and adolescent learning.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to build positive relationships with students, families, school personnel, and colleagues.
- Experience assessing academic progress and adapting instruction to individual needs.
- Comfort mentoring and supporting students through academic and emotional challenges.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Adobe Acrobat, and electronic documentation systems.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary treatment team.
- Ability to work on a computer for extended periods.
- Ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal formats.
- Ability to sit for extended periods and occasionally lift up to 10 pounds.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with adolescents is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary liaison between school districts, families, and Mission Prep to ensure educational continuity for clients.
- Coordinate and support students' remote learning through secure, HIPAA- and CCPA-compliant teleconferencing platforms.
- Monitor student attendance, academic engagement, and appropriate technology use.
- Track educational metrics, including attendance, participation, and program effectiveness.
- Document student progress, achievements, challenges, and educational goals within Mission Prep's electronic health record.
- Adapt learning environments and academic supports to meet each student's unique educational and therapeutic needs.
- Facilitate educational groups and provide individualized academic guidance.
- Participate in weekly interdisciplinary treatment team meetings, providing updates on each client's educational progress.
- Maintain a safe, structured learning environment while supervising students throughout the school day.
- Support operations and residential staff with client supervision, crisis response, documentation, and other program needs as necessary.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision plans through Anthem or Kaiser.
- FSA/HSA Accounts.
- Life/AD&D insurance through Anthem, 100% paid for by the employer.
- 401k plan with employer match.
- PTO, Self Care Day, and Floating Holiday.
- Educational Assistance Reimbursement Program.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Health and Wellness Membership.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
