Academic Coordinator - Family First Adolescent Services

Job Description

Family First Adolescent Services is expanding and we are looking to add an Academic Coordinator to our Education team.

As an Academic Coordinator, you will be working with compassionate and motivated members of our interdisciplinary treatment team to support our adolescent clients in achieving their academic goals while in our residential program. Our clients present with a variety of mental health, substance use, and behavioral disorders.

As an Academic Coordinator, there will not be any lesson planning, you will be connecting with the academic institutions clients are coming from to carry forward their academic plan while in our care. Responsibilities include facilitating independent study class time for 2.5 hours Monday - Friday, corresponding with client's family members regarding progress, and working collaboratively with the treatment team to best support academic progress and if needed, academic intervention.

Clients bring their own curriculum to our program, and we support them to progress with their assignments remotely, while in our residential program for 45-90 days.

This position is ideal for individuals interested in a supportive and nurturing treatment setting. Our team culture is incredibly creative, supportive, and our staff, above all else, is deeply committed to helping the clients and families that we work with. We are seeking staff to join our team with the same compassion, energy and commitment.

This position is Monday through Friday 8 AM - 4 PM Employee growth and development is heavily fostered and encouraged.

Responsibilities: include, but are not limited to:

• Working with staff to ensure safety of students at all times.
• Develop and coordinate realistic academic plans for students.
• Assisting students with achieving their academic goals.
• Provide direct support to students relating both to academics and behavioral needs.
• Provide updates to families and academic institutes.
• Collaborate with the treatment team relating to progress and wellbeing of students.

Reasons to apply

• Competitive compensation and healthcare package Supportive and fun team culture Non-judgmental environment that promotes self-reflection as a means of growth and learning Meaningful and rewarding work with adolescents and families Room for career advancement in a rapidly growing company
• Academic
• Coordinators must:
• Be able to pass a background check
• Have experience relating to teaching/tutoring
• Skilled in professional email communication
• Possess qualities of patience, compassion, and interest in working in a behavioral health setting.