Director-Education

PURPOSE STATEMENT:

Research and evaluate the curricula, teaching procedures and educational materials within the facility’s education system.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

· Prepare and implement short-term and long-term plans for the program with staff input in order to ensure ongoing growth and excellence in the educational program.

· Develop the program's mission, philosophy, standards, policies and procedures.

· Provide oversight of the education programs of the facility

· Provide staff management to include hiring, development, training, performance management and communication to ensure effective and efficient department operation.

· Assist in the development and implementation of cost containment efforts for the program.

· Oversee the selection process of staff based on program's acuity level.

· Maintain a working relationship with local school district personnel to enhance public awareness of the education program at the facility.

· Responsible for the investigation of unusual incidents and grievances and take appropriate action.

· Emphasize and role model the importance of maintaining a therapeutic classroom environment that encourages and supports student's rights.

· Support an environment conducive to professional growth and learning by providing staff development programs to improve competence.

· Participate in interdepartmental activities to improve communication.

· Act as representative and liaison in the community and other service system agency contacts.

· Participate in staff development designed to meet individual professional needs.

· Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.

Endorsement:  486 and 206