Manager of Academic Support

· Maintain accountability for providing a physically and emotionally safe and optimal learning milieu for SCS students

· Maintain regular collaboration with Clinical and Programming department managers to ensure the interdependence necessary to achieve the most effective and efficient treatment outcomes for SCS students and families.

· Develop and oversee the implementation and training necessary to support an Orientation model and materials that provide an optimally supported transition for students and families into SCS programs.

· Work with internal and external stakeholders to support immediate and ongoing assessment for contributors to academic decline.

· Work consistently in and on the Academic Support system maintaining overall oversight and accountability for academic planning, support, and coordination of internal and external stakeholders and resources in ways that ensure the opportunity for each student to successfully make and/or maintain academic progress during and after treatment.

· Anticipate, document, and communicate recommendations and requirements for the implementation of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) or 504 Plans, as necessary.

· Provide ongoing oversight for all content and curriculum development initiatives for all SCS programs.

· Ensure necessary collaboration and interdependence between the intervention provided by the Dept. of Academic Support and other SCS teams and departments in support of each student’s individualized treatment plan and overall treatment goals and outcomes.

· Work collaboratively with the SCS clinical team to maintain, model, and support SCS Behavior Management approaches/intervention protocol, best practice, policy and procedure, according to the requirements necessary to consistent progress in treatment.

· Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with district, school, and alternative educational programs and platforms necessary to support SCS students and parents.

· Develop and maintain accountability for annual and quarterly department goals in alignment with the annual and quarterly goals of the SCS organization.

· Provide ongoing training, mentoring, and communication necessary for all Academic Support department staff to ensure the ongoing academic progress of SCS students.

· Anticipate and lead the regular meetings necessary to promote ongoing collaboration, communication, and training relative to internal and external stakeholders involved directly or indirectly with academic support.

· Maintain a regular standard for consistent, clear, concise communication and updates to parents/guardians and other stakeholders relative to the academic needs and progress of each SCS student.

· Oversee and maintain a consistent standard for the documentation for academic treatment planning that can be seamlessly integrated in a Master Treatment plan.

· Represent Dept of Academic Support in the SCS weekly Leadership Team Meeting.

· Maintain ongoing training and assessment for Academic Support Dept. policy and procedure, notes, and documentation compliance.

Summit Counseling Solutions is seeking a proactive and collaborative professional to lead and manage our expanding Academic Support Department. This role is ideal for someone who is energetic, accountable, and takes initiative. Our adolescent day treatment program delivers innovative and evidence-based interventions for local youth and families navigating mental health challenges. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a lasting impact by helping adolescents strengthen academic skills, build confidence, and develop resilience. While experience in behavioral health is preferred, it is not required. We provide comprehensive training and mentorship for the right candidate., · Proactive, decisive, and solution oriented.

· Strong problem solving and critical thinking abilities.

· Skilled in de-escalating and supporting emotionally charged students and families.

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

· Able to adapt and maintain effective classroom management tailored to individual student needs.

· Demonstrates healthy boundaries and professional relationships with staff and students.

· Prioritizes safety and exercises sound judgment during both indoor and outdoor learning activities.

· Creates and maintains a positive, engaging, and intentional learning environment.

· Models professionalism in dress, conduct, language, and communication.

· Familiarity with or willingness to develop expertise in recognizing and supporting students with characteristics of neurodiversity.

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Minimum Education and Experience:

· Bachelor’s degree in Behavioral Science, Education, Special Education, or another closely related field.

· 3+ years working with adolescents ages 12-18 in an academic setting

Other Requirements:

· Must be able to pass a background check/clearance.

· Must be 21 years of age.

Compensation: DOE

Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401k, three weeks PTO annually, paid CEU’s, * Dental insurance

• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance