Educational Specialist - Texas Behavioral Health Center

%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:white;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:%26quot;Open Sans%26quot;, %26quot;Segoe UI%26quot;, Frutiger, %26quot;Frutiger Linotype%26quot;, %26quot;Dejavu Sans%26quot;, %26quot;Helvetica Neue%26quot;, Arial, sans-serif;font-size:13.02px;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;line-height:normal;margin:0px 0px 9pt;orphans:2;text-align:start;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-family:%26quot;Open Sans%26quot;, sans-serif;font-size:10pt;%22%3E%3Cspan%3E%3Cstrong%3ETexas Behavioral Health Center%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:white;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:%26quot;Open Sans%26quot;, %26quot;Segoe UI%26quot;, Frutiger, %26quot;Frutiger Linotype%26quot;, %26quot;Dejavu Sans%26quot;, %26quot;Helvetica Neue%26quot;, Arial, sans-serif;font-size:13.02px;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;line-height:normal;margin:0px 0px 9pt;orphans:2;text-align:start;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-family:%26quot;Open Sans%26quot;, sans-serif;font-size:10pt;%22%3E%3Cspan%3EJoin our team and help launch the first state psychiatric hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth, where innovative caregivers will make a lasting impact on behavioral health in Texas.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-family:%26quot;Open Sans%26quot;, sans-serif;font-size:10pt;%22%3E%3Cspan%3EThe Texas Behavioral Health Center is a%26nbsp;newly completed state-funded psychiatric hospital opening in Dallas’ Southwestern Medical District that is owned by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and operated by UT Southwestern Medical Center.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-family:%26quot;Open Sans%26quot;, sans-serif;font-size:10pt;%22%3E%3Cspan%3EWhen fully operational, the 505,000-square-foot facility will house 292 beds – 200 for adult patients and 92 for children and adolescents. As DFW’s first state-funded behavioral health hospital, it is designed to deliver state-of-the-art, patient-centered care in a modern and healing environment. The center provides comprehensive behavioral health treatment and features private patient rooms, abundant access to natural light and nature, and thoughtfully designed spaces that promote recovery. The hospital will also provide training to all behavioral health disciplines.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;font-family:%26quot;Open Sans%26quot;, sans-serif;font-size:10pt;%22%3E%3Cspan%3EAs employees of UT%26nbsp;Southwestern, team members will join a world-class academic medical center committed to patient-centered care, innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and preparing patients for successful reintegration into their families and communities. With competitive benefits and a mission-driven culture, Texas Behavioral Health Center offers an unparalleled opportunity to make a lasting impact on mental health care in North Texas.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3Ca style=%22color:rgb(4, 95, 171);line-height:inherit;text-decoration:none;%22 href=%22https://jobs.utsouthwestern.edu/locations/texas-behavioral-health-center/%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:rgb(4,95,171);font-family:%26quot;Open Sans%26quot;, sans-serif;font-size:10pt;%22%3E%3Cspan%3ELearn more about Texas Behavioral Health Center here!%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/a%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cstrong%3EWHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3EWith over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to %3Ca href=%22https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/newsroom/articles/year-2022/july-us-news-best-hospital.html%22 target=%22_blank%22%3EU.S. News %26amp; World Report%3C/a%3E, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you%27ll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!%26nbsp;%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cstrong%3EJOB SUMMARY%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3EThe Education Specialist consults with families, school districts and UT Southwestern staff to determine the patient%27s school needs (cognitive, social/emotional and behavior) and creates a school plan for hospitalization and school reintegration, as well as acting as a resource to the community and staff. The Educational Specialist applies advanced problem-solving skills in the educational planning of students with complex medical and behavioral needs, while adhering to the regulations of all applicable state and federal laws, as well as the Joint Commission.%26nbsp;%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cstrong%3EBENEFITS%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3EUT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3EPPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EPaid Time Off, available day one%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3ERetirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EPaid Parental Leave Benefit%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EWellness programs%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3ETuition Reimbursement%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EPublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Ca href=%22http://jobs.utsouthwestern.edu/benefits/#top%22 target=%22_blank%22%3ELearn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!%3C/a%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cstrong%3EEXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cstrong%3ERequired%3C/strong%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cstrong%3EEducation%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3EBachelor%27s Degree%26nbsp;%3Cbr%3E%26nbsp;%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cstrong%3EExperience%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3E4 years -5 years of related experience, with at least 3 years working in the special education setting.%26nbsp;%3Cbr%3E%26nbsp;%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cstrong%3ELicenses and Certifications%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3EState of Texas Board of Educators Teaching Certification in Special Education%26nbsp;%3Cbr%3E%26nbsp;%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cstrong%3EPreferred%3C/strong%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cstrong%3EEducation%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3EGraduate or professional work or advanced degree; or equivalent experience%26nbsp;%3Cbr%3E%26nbsp;%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cstrong%3EJOB DUTIES%3C/strong%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3EMaintains patient transition plans and care plans for all inpatient and day treatment psychiatry patients%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3ECreates transition plans for patients in grades K - 12%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EOrganizes and manages patient caseload to provide timely information to the patient%27s school and medical teams%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EImplements and supports patient%27s treatment/medical goals in the community school setting%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3ECoordinates enrollment in Dallas hospital school program when appropriate%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EDetermines and recommends appropriate academic and behavioral accommodations in the school setting%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3ECoordinates school transitions with the family, medical team and community school%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EInterprets individualized education plans (IEP) or 504 plans Interprets complex educational and medical testing, such as neuropsychological evaluations%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EHas in-depth knowledge of special education law, as well as the Annual Review and Dismissal (ARD) process; has in-depth knowledge of Section 504 and how it is implemented in the school setting%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EKnows of and applies educational resources in the psychiatric classroom setting and makes recommendations on using these resources in the patient%27s community school%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EPerforms duties as assigned.%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cstrong%3ESECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cstrong%3ESecurity%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3EThis position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cstrong%3EEEO%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3EUT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.%3Cbr%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E