Education Specialist Aide, Full-Time – Residential Behavioral Health

Wedgwood Christian Services

. Support youth in preparing for and attending school on time .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeGrand Rapids • Michigan • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $21 - $23 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates the ability to support youth in academic and behavioral settings, utilizing trauma-informed approaches and effective communication with educational and residential staff. Capable of maintaining a structured and therapeutic environment while fostering positive relationships with students.

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Trauma-Informed ApproachesBehavioral SupportClassroom AssistanceCrisis InterventionYouth Engagement

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Hard Skills

Academic SupportBehavior DocumentationPhysical InterventionsMilieu CoverageStudent Progress Tracking

Soft Skills

Positive Role ModelingRelationship BuildingCommunication Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

High School DiplomaGEDValid Driver's License

Industry Keywords

Residential TreatmentBehavioral HealthJuvenile JusticeCrisis SituationsSanctuary Model

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support youth in preparing for and attending school on time
Provide classroom assistance in collaboration with teachers to support academic success
Encourage student participation, engagement, and completion of school tasks
Assist with academic support in core subject areas as directed by teaching staff
Respond to and support behavioral needs within the classroom using trauma-informed approaches
Communicate with school personnel and residential staff to ensure continuity of care
Document student behaviors, progress, and key observations during the school day
Track and communicate re-groups, suspensions, and academic concerns
Support residential staff during staffing shortages or crisis situations as needed
Review school assignments and communicate expectations to residential staff for follow-up
Assist with milieu coverage before, during, and after the school day
Help maintain a structured, safe, and therapeutic environment grounded in the Sanctuary Model®
Provide positive role modeling and build supportive relationships with youth

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least 20 years of age
High school diploma or GED
Valid driver’s license
Ability to lift 50 lbs. and safely perform physical interventions when necessary
Alignment with Wedgwood’s Statement of Faith, vision and values
Preferred education: Social Work (BSW in progress or completed), Psychology, Counseling, Human Services, Child Development, Education, Behavioral Health or related field
Preferred experience in residential treatment, classroom or educational support, behavioral health settings, juvenile justice or youth-serving programs, crisis intervention or trauma-informed environments, group homes, inpatient, or community mental health

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package
Generous PTO package
Time-and-a-half pay for hours worked on holidays
Employer-paid training and re-certification
403(b) with employer match
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Free supplemental virtual PCP care with medical plan
Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts
Employer-paid short- and long-term disability
Life insurance (up to 2x salary)
Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer
Pet Insurance
Legal Insurance
On-site gymnasium & 24-hour wellness center
Tuition discounts through community partnerships
Employee Assistance Program
Beautiful on-campus walking trail