Education Specialist

Compass Health Center•Chicago, IL

16h•Hybrid

About The Position

Weekly outpatient therapy isn't always enough, and a trip to the ER isn't the only answer. Patients and their families rely on Compass Health Center when in crisis – every day, we help people overcome depression, anxiety, suicidality, obsessions/compulsions, trauma, chronic pain, and other obstacles in order for our patients to live freely. As an Education Specialist, you’ll work thoughtfully with our adolescent patients to transition students from their schools to Compass, help them execute on their school IEPs and supervised learning plans, and help re-integrate patients back into their day-to-day lives after program. This role will consist of partnering closely with the entirety of our treatment teams, including Group Therapists, Family Therapists, and Prescribers to ensure comprehensive and compassionate care. We are seeking an experienced Education Specialist who is passionate about working with children and adolescents who have a range of diagnosis in mood and anxiety disorders. Note: this position will start at the beginning of next school year, August 2026.

Requirements

Masters level degree in the field of education
Active LBS1 teaching license (required)
Experience working in a public school setting with students who have emotional disabilities
Knowledge of school systems, special education processes, IEPs, etc.
Experience with classroom management
Experience with students and families in crisis
Excellent time management skills

Responsibilities

Work closely with team members to support the educational needs of PHP patients
Send medical certification and release of information to home school
Communicate with patients’ home schools
Coordinate assignments with the patients’ home schools
Provide parents/guardians with educational updates
Complete educational assessment with patients to determine needs
Create academic plans with patients
Partner with clinical staff to develop and administer Executive Functioning group sessions
Assist patients with executive functioning skills
Proctor school assessments as needed
Chart communication with parents, schools, and patients
Attend rounds daily
Participate in family sessions when appropriate to provide information about school progress
Provide insurance utilization team with educational updates
Meet with patients to prepare for return to school meetings
Coordinate and facilitate return to school meetings and any other school meetings
Prepare proper documentation for school when patient returns
Update the team about transition plan and school staffing
Meet with IOP team to communicate transition goals
Other duties as assigned