Summary
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report.
Job Description
Clinical Service
- Provides daily instruction to patients with behavioral and emotional disorders.
- Creates daily lesson plans and delegation of work for staff, students and volunteers.
- Provides a safe, educational environment for the children (including classroom management
- and maintenance).
- Completes an Educational Screening Assessment as indicated for each patient (Inpatient
- Psychiatry Unit only).
- Communicates with parents regarding their children’s educational and behavioral difficulties and educates them about appropriate academic accommodations and/or special education placement options as needed.
- Consults with school districts (parental consent required) to gather information about each child’s level of achievement and facilitates the child’s transition from the program.
- Facilitates and advocates for appropriate school interventions including MDC/IEP procedures as indicated.
- Attends school staffing’s as necessary in coordination with primary therapists when indicated.
- Maintains appropriate documentation for each patient as outlined by program.
- Coordinates and supervises all requirements for billing of educational services per program.
- Attends and participates in all patient focused meetings as scheduled by program (i.e., rounds, team meetings, case conferences, etc.).
- Prepares written educational summary and recommendations as indicated.
Team Membership
- Works cooperatively with the multidisciplinary team to enhance the quality of care provided to the patient population.
- Communicates clearly with team members utilizing formal and informal means.
- Attends and participates in staff meetings and supervision as scheduled by program.
- Consults with multidisciplinary team members about educational/school placement issues.
- Works with team members, Clinical Managers/Manager of Clinical Services and/or Unit Director to provide appropriate coverage for scheduled absences.
Leadership
- Provides supervision to designated personnel (trainees, interns and volunteers) as assigned per program, complete evaluations as required.
- Coordinates educational interns within the program/department.
- Participates in orientation of new employees and trainees.
- Collaborates with team members in writing/reviewing program and departmental policies and procedures as needed.
- Responsible for researching and recommending educational materials for purchase to the Clinical Managers/Manager of Clinical Services and/or Unit Director.
Professional Development
- Appropriately seeks out supervision to function in all professional roles.
- Maintains mandatory yearly reviews and professional certifications and licensure.
- Assumes responsibility for professional development through participation in continuing education events.
Education and Skills
- Master’s degree from an accredited college or university preferred.
- State of Illinois Special Education Certification (Type 10).
- Previous teaching experience with children who manifest emotional, behavioral and learning problems preferred.
- Working knowledge of the principles of child development, special education materials, classroom management and diagnostic and prescriptive teaching techniques required.
- Working knowledge of current special education laws and regulations.
For additional information and to apply, click here: Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago – Job Posting
Job Features
| Job Category | Full-time |