Education Specialist

• What Will Make You Successful
• Bachelor’s level degree in Human Services, Recreation Therapy, Education, or equivalent from an accredited college;
• Previous work experience in community education and/or child welfare;
• Bilingual: English and Spanish, strongly preferred;
• Previous work experience with refugees and minority families, a plus;
• Must have an ability to complete the 40 hours of annual training;
• Must possess knowledge of the U.S. public school system;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Excellent interpersonal and listening skills with cross-cultural sensitivity;
• Must possess knowledge of current recreation therapy principles, therapeutic interventions, and group counseling techniques;
• Must have an ability to be mature and reflect stable judgement;
• Have an ability to pass an annual TB test and document preference to receive or decline hepatitis immunization;
• Must be able to pass required medical examinations and have the physical ability to fulfill the essential job functions, including physical restraints of a resident;
• Must be able to show proof of immunity to vaccine-preventable diseases transmitted by the respiratory route:
• Varicella: two doses of varicella vaccine (at least four weeks apart) OR born in the United States before 1980 with a reported history of chickenpox (verified by an adult present at the time of illness) OR titers indicating varicella immunity OR documentation from a healthcare provider verifying previous infection;
• MMR: two doses of MMR vaccine (at least four weeks apart) OR titers indicating immunity to all three diseases;
• TDap or Tdap: Complete primary vaccination series. If primary vaccination series completed in childhood, one Tdap dose in adulthood;
• Influenza: one dose annually during flu season;
• Computer skills sufficient to perform essential functions including knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite;
• Must be 21 years old with a valid driver’s license with at least 3 years of driving experience in the U.S. to operate a vehicle on behalf of Bethany;
• Must pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check and maintain a reliable vehicle with proof of adequate insurance coverage;
• Pass a criminal history screen, including state and local child protection agency registries;
• Subscription to and integration of the agency Statement of Faith, Mission Statement, and Commitment to Unity.

• We Invest in You
• Experience a team environment with other professionals who are motivated by faith, support one another, pursue excellence, and are in it for the long haul
• Access to training, professional development, and career growth opportunities
• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, and vision)
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match eligibility
• Generous time off (11 paid holidays, PTO Your Way, paid parental leave, separate sick and paid absence banks)
• Access to education reimbursement for those that qualify
• Comprehensive employee assistance and wellness program
• Employer paid long-term disability and group term life insurance

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