FSRI - Director of Education, South County Academy

FSRI is always looking for candidates that want to make a positive impact on the community!

Position Summary: The Director of Education works collaboratively with the management team to ensure the safety, stability and wellbeing of students in our care that have been placed through the Department of Children, Youth and Families. Responsible for the development, implementation, and supervision of the educational curriculum at South County Academy.  Develops and maintains the school’s policy and procedures manuals, ensures the school’s accreditation and licensure, and encapsulates the behavioral health clinical support within the classroom settings. Works collaboratively with the Rhode Island Department of Education to ensure quality set of courses and materials that meet or exceed RIDE Standards and maintain FSRI’s mission of Equity Advancement and Inclusion and respects a youth’s individual learning styles.  

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree and three to five years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. 
• Previous experience developing programming in the special education residential setting a plus. 
• Experience with children with behavioral/psychiatric challenges 
• Supervisory experience  
• Skilled in operating various medical record software and hardware, word-processing, and database software programs 
• Spanish Speaking preferred and is compensated 
• Flexible schedule with some evenings   
• Excellent multitasking and communication skills a must 
• Ability to work independently and part of a team     

Physical Requirements: This position requires community visits, employees in this position must have the ability to: 

• Current driver’s license, reliable transportation, registration and auto insurance    
• Ability to communicate effectively     
• Travel to and from community locations and office site, which could include using walkways, stairs and/or elevators    
• Ability to lift up to 20lbs   
• Provide emergency coverage; ratio to the programs as needed. 
• Must be able to work remotely and in person adhering to PHI requirements   
• Ability to be trained in and implement de-escalation techniques utilizing Handle with Care when necessary. 

Don’t meet every single requirement? Here at FSRI, we’re dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you’re excited about one of our career opportunities, but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be the perfect fit for this or another opportunity!

We offer our employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental and work life benefits.
Only together can we continue to grow and make a difference in our communities.
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Family Service of RI (FSRI) is a statewide organization with a 130 year track record of improving the health and well-being of children and families. We are passionate about our mission to advance opportunity and hope. FSRI’s diverse and inclusive teams – working across the Health, Healing, Home and Hope divisions, are experts in their fields, delivering strategies to positively impact lives. We provide services statewide, and currently operate in three locations in Providence; and four locations in East Providence, Smithfield and North Smithfield. 

Family Service of Rhode Island provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

FSRI determines pay based on a candidate's relevant and transferable experience, certifications, licenses, degree and language ability.