A Curriculum Specialist works in a public school district to coordinate curriculum. Works with teachers to develop curriculum that helps students learn effectively and meets state educational standards. Analyzes student assessment data, and chooses textbooks, educational materials, and new technologies to support teaching. May specialize in particular grade levels or subject areas, or education for specific groups of students such as English Language Learners.
To educate persons diagnosed with a dementia and caregivers, facilitate access to available public and private resources and to provide support services including counseling and care planning.
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Job Summary To educate persons diagnosed with a dementia and caregivers, facilitate access to available public and private resources and to provide support services including counseling and care planning. Essential Functions Knowledge of mental health issues common among persons with dementia and caregivers. Working knowledge of effective non-pharmacological interventions for managing dementia-related behaviors, common mental health disorders (e.g., anxiety, depression, etc.) Working knowledge of effective interventions for reduction of caregiver burden, improvement of caregiver physical and mental health as well as other available educational and informational resources. Ability to interact with patients and families that is attuned to individual needs health literacy levels and home environment. Ability to assess any related financial burden that may impact services for which a family/patient has access or can afford. Ability to interact with a care consultation system and transfer information from an assessment to other designated individuals (E.g., care consultant and primary care provider) Efficiently administer and effectively interpret standardized patient and caregiver need assessment tools and integrate the results of assessments into an overall plan of care for other the patient and caregiver. Assess Caregiver burden/mental health as well as Caregiver's knowledge and understanding of the disease and his/her capacity to manage the caregiving role. Provides for social needs of patient/family. Completes psychosocial assessment. Participates with other team members in planning care for the patient/family. Participates in finding alternatives to home care when indicated. Documents according to policy. Treats patients and families with compassion and implements plan of care. Bases care decisions on plan of care. Monitors and documents patient response. Establishes rapport with clients. Adapts communication style, listens and responds to patient needs. Recognizes age-specific responses to treatment. Provides effective interventions. Respects patients' confidentiality and privacy. Supports social, spiritual, and cultural needs of patients and families. Manages difficult or emotional patient situations. Additional Duties Adheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines. Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission and vision of the organization. Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures. Maintains current Knowledge in present areas of responsibility to include any specialty certification requirements (i.e., self-education, attends ongoing educational programs). Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time. Demonstrates competency at all levels in providing care to all patients based on age, sex, weight, and demonstrated needs. For non-clinical areas, has attended training and demonstrates usage of age- specific customer service skills. Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate. Qualifications Master's Degree in Social Work Required Work Experience => 3 years Clinical Experience providing care consultation and case management. Preferred => 1 years Demonstrated experience in quality program delivery and evaluation. Preferred Licenses and Certifications LCSW- License Clinical Social Worker Preferred LPC-Licensed Professional Counselor Preferred All Career Site links will be transferred to new URLs on January 31st, increasing performance and enhancing security. Your application data will be saved, but any bookmarked links will need to be replaced. All candidates with active applications will receive a notification with the new link once the URLs are live. Thank you for your patience! Phoebe Putney Health System is southwest Georgia's preferred career choice for professionals who want to improve the community's health by joining a respected, cutting-edge team. We offer you the opportunity to collaborate with the best colleagues in a friendly, close-knit setting that feels like family. Your career at Phoebe will allow you to apply learned skills, explore new paths and advance into greater opportunities. There's more for you at Phoebe. Phoebe is simply the best, most advanced healthcare provider in the region. If you want to work in the medical field, we are the preferred choice, with the best technology, the most specialists and the area's top talent. If you are searching for a non-clinical career that allows you to serve the community and grow, you'll also find us ideal. We're one of the area's premier employers, offering a close-knit culture, outstanding benefits and many ways to develop your career.
