Education Facilitator

Guidelight Health • Brighton, MA

22h • Onsite

About The Position

The Education Facilitator supports the educational needs of adolescents participating in Guidelight Health’s PHP and IOP programs, helping them stay engaged with their educational goals while receiving behavioral and mental health treatment. The role is onsite at the Brighton location and is part-time, Monday through Friday, from 12:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. (approximately 15 hours per week). The facilitator works with students, families, academic institutions, and multidisciplinary treatment staff to provide individualized educational support and integrate educational services with treatment plans.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in education, special education, or a related field.
• At least 2 years of experience working with adolescents; experience in behavioral health or special education is preferred.
• Experience with educational planning and facilitating curricula for students with diverse learning needs.
• Strong understanding of mental health issues and their impact on learning and development.
• Ability to work effectively with a multidisciplinary team, including therapists, counselors, and case managers.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Compassionate, patient, and adaptable, with a passion for working with adolescents.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with adolescents in a behavioral health or special education setting.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with academic institutions and families to help students maintain educational progress while in treatment.
• Provide individualized educational support for adolescents, adapting curricula and lesson plans as needed.
• Serve as a liaison between educational institutions and Guidelight Health staff regarding students’ academic requirements.
• Develop and implement educational strategies aligned with adolescents’ therapeutic goals and treatment plans.
• Help create an environment that supports academic achievement and emotional well-being.
• Assess educational needs and progress, and maintain accurate records of student performance and engagement.
• Maintain a structured yet flexible learning environment conducive to learning and therapeutic support.
• Collaborate with mental health professionals to integrate educational services with treatment plans.
• Guide adolescents in developing study habits, time management, and academic confidence.

Benefits

• For teammates working 32 or more hours per week: medical, dental, and vision insurance; HealthJoy unlimited therapy; UHC wellness program; HSA/FSA options; and pet insurance.
• Responsible PTO for eligible full-time and part-time employees.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Licensing fees covered, including opportunities for cross-licensure when applicable.
• Annual stipend for tuition reimbursement, ongoing education, or continuing education units.
• Structured clinical supervision toward licensure for pre-licensed clinicians and supervision for clinicians.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time