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Job ID83857

LocationAurora, Colorado

Full/Part TimeFull-Time

Regular/TemporaryRegular

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Why Work at Children's....

Here, it's different. Come join us. Children's Hospital Colorado has defined and delivered pediatric healthcare excellence for more than 100 years. Here, the nation's brightest nurses, physicians, scientists, researchers, therapists, and care providers are creating the future of child health. With an optimist's outlook, a trailblazing spirit, and a celebrated history, we're making new strides every day. We've been Magnet-designated four times by the American Nurses Credentialing Center and are consistently recognized among the best of the best pediatric hospitals with #1 rankings in Colorado and the region by U.S. News & World Report. As a national leader in pediatric care, we serve children and families from all over the nation. Our System of Care includes four pediatric hospitals, 11 specialty care centers, 1,300+ outreach clinics and more than 10,000 healthcare professionals representing the full spectrum of pediatric care specialties. Here, we know it takes all of us, every role, to deliver the best possible care to each child and family we treat. That's why we build our teams toward a foundation of equity in access, advancement, and opportunity. We know teams of individuals with different identities and backgrounds can nurture creativity and innovation. We know we can see, treat, and heal children better when our team reflects the diversity of our patient population. We strive to attract and retain diverse talent because we know a truly inclusive and equitable workforce will help us one day realize our most basic calling: to heal every child who comes through o A career at Children's Colorado will challenge you, inspire you, and motivate you to make a difference in the life of a child. Here, it's different.

Job Overview

The Education Specialist provides consultation and intervention programs for assigned patient populations (i.e. Down syndrome, deaf, learning disabilities and etc.). The Education Specialist also provides education, counseling and information to parents and patients; assists and directs families to a variety of resources; and acts as a liaison between staff, schools and other community resources.

Additional Information

Department Name: Care Transitions Job Status: FT 80hrs Shift: M-F 8-430p

Qualifications

EDUCATION - Master's degree in Special Education or other relevant field. EXPERIENCE - Two years pediatric experience in a hospital, rehabilitation, or school setting performing the evaluation and treatment of children in the assigned patient populations. CERTIFICATION(S) - Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certificate. LICENSURE - Colorado Department of Education Teacher's License. This position may require a BLS certification from the American Heart Association. Click on the following link and enter your zip code to find an appropriate class near you. Please note BLS (CPR cards) from organizations other than American Heart Association, even if it says it is AHA approved, will not be accepted. http://ahainstructornetwork.americanheart.org/AHAECC/classConnector.j sp?pid=ahaecc.classconnector.home

Responsibilities

POPULATION SPECIFIC CARE Neonate - 30 days to 1 yr Toddlers - >1 yr to 3yrs Pre-Schoolers - >3yrs to 5yrs School age - >5yrs to 13yrs Adolescent - >13yrs to 18yrs Adult - >18yrs to 65yrs ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the following essential functions. These examples do not include all of the functions which the employee may be expected to perform. Clinician completes academic evaluations consistent with contemporary, evidence-based practice in assigned field and department quality assurance standards as needed. Clinician incorporates principles of cultur l-competence and family-centered care into clinical services. Clinician provides developmentally-appropriate consultation and intervention services consistent with contemporary, evidence-based practice in assigned field and department quality assurance standards. Clinician incorporates principles of cultural-competence and family-centered care into clinical services. Clinician collaborates with the family, physicians, schools and other