Teacher at Northwest Passage Ltd

Frederic, Wisconsin, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

09 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Educational Programming, Individualized Education Programs, Project-Based Learning, Experiential Learning, Crisis Intervention, Behavioral Management, Interpersonal Communication, Problem Solving, Professional Boundaries, Patient Supervision, Documentation, Collaboration

Industry

Mental Health Care

Description

About Us At Northwest Passage, we focus on mental health and wellness through the adoption of our PassageWay Elements: Nature, Recreation, Relaxation, Nutrition, Exercise, Relationships, Service, and Spirit. These elements are central to our approach, combining traditional mental health treatment with arts, education, nature-based therapy, and experiential opportunities. Since 1978, we've been dedicated to providing high-quality care in a community dedicated in hope, recovery, and wellness. Our facilities in Northwest Wisconsin offer a peaceful environment for our clients and staff, with easy access to activities and resources near Minneapolis, St. Paul, Duluth, and Eau Claire. Northwest Passage proudly serves individuals from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and experiences, and we are committed to providing an environment where all feel welcomed and supported. Northwest Passage looks to build our team with candidates who are dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to all of our clients, demonstrating resilience, determination, collaboration, teamwork, and a strong work ethic. At Northwest Passage, you will foster hope through your involvement in the healing process. Guided by the PassageWay Elements, we strive to create a positive environment for growth and wellness for both our clients and staff. Position Description This position’s fundamental goal is to ignite the spark of academic confidence within our students, leading them to believe that they can be successful. The Teacher is responsible for creating an individualized educational program to fit students’ specific needs. Northwest Passage believes that every child possesses profound strength and potential, and is capable of thriving. Here, education is about far more than academics, but rather, education is a powerful component of our therapeutic constellation, serving as a key vehicle for the transformative experiences that drive personal growth and therapeutic success. Instructors are encouraged to go beyond the traditional school setting, and create a unique environment that fosters that growth of our students through experiential and project-based learning. Hours are Monday-Friday 7:30 am-3:30 pm. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. * Develop, coordinate, and execute educational programming initiatives. * Create and maintain a structured and safe living environment for youth as they participate in assessment/treatment, including educational programming. * Provide a nurturing environment with close, intensive supervision for high risk youth in accordance with least restrictive treatment measures. * Assure residents’ basic needs are met including meals, exercise, and hygiene. * Assure residents’ emotional needs are met in accordance with the individual treatment or assessment plan. * Recognize and adjust communication to meet residents’ needs. Provide feedback that is clear, specific, timely, and respectful. * Work with residents to provide solutions for problematic behaviors. * Document program activities, residents’ behaviors and program participation, and significant incidents involving residents. * Complete all required documentation in the educational setting. * Attend all staff meetings, trainings, and educational classes as required. * Maintain a clean and safe environment. * Understand and follow agency policies. * Maintain an understanding of mental health concepts, psychotropic medications, and client symptomology. * Advocate for appropriate goals, wants, and needs of residents. Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in related field * A valid WI Teacher's license * Actively looking for ways to help people. * Communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with clients, staff, and others.  * Demonstrated positive and proactive problem solving skills. * Ability to receive and implement feedback.  * Ability to learn and adapt. * Maintains appropriate professional boundaries and confidentiality. * Ability to work effectively within a team-oriented environment. * Ability to provide visual and auditory supervision of residents. * Remains calm and emotionally available during stressful situations. Values In addition to responsibilities and qualifications, ideal candidates will show an understanding of and an ongoing dedication to actively applying Northwest Passage's values, which are embedded into each role: * Quality & Adaptability * Respect & Compassion * Leadership & Courage * Connection & Well-being Benefits * Health Insurance (no deductible) * Dental Insurance * Vision Insurance * 403(b) Retirement Savings with Discretionary Employer Match * Paid Time Off * Paid Holidays * Paid Parental Leave * Employer-Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance * Employer-Paid Life and AD&D Insurance * Voluntary Long-Term Disability Insurance * Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance * Voluntary Supplemental Health Benefits (Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance) * Employee Assistance Program (mental health benefit) * Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare and Dependent Care FSAs) * Longevity Benefit * Relocation Assistance * Off-Site Housing ($500/month rent), dependent on availability * Northwest Passage is a qualifying employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program for student loan forgiveness Northwest Passage is an equal employment opportunity employer.

Responsibilities

The Teacher is responsible for creating and executing individualized educational programs that foster academic confidence and personal growth for high-risk youth. This includes providing intensive supervision, managing problematic behaviors, and integrating education into a therapeutic environment.