What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Worker/Clinician position at The Menta Education Group?
Job Description
As a Social Worker Clinician with The Menta Group, you will provide direct educational and social services to students, as well as work with parents, educators, and other professionals to create supportive academic and social environments for all students.
Direct-Hire, Salaried position with benefits and paid benefit time off
Hours 7:30 am to 3 pm, M-F, following a school calendar
Only ONE (1) of the following Licenses/Certifications Required: Certified School Social Worker (IL PEL Certificate), MSW with LSW, LCSW, LCPC, LPC, LCP
Responsibilities
- Employ data-based decision-making regarding multidisciplinary collaboration, functional behavior assessments and behavioral approaches
- Build leadership to effectively help students succeed
- Develop positive behavioral and academic interventions
- Monitor student progress and evaluations, program evaluations, and consult with educational staff, parents, and other professionals
- Some local travel to other Menta locations may be necessary at times
Qualifications
- Only ONE (1) of the following Licenses/Certifications Required: Certified School Social Worker (IL PEL Certificate), MSW with LSW, LCSW, LCPC, LPC, LCP
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
- Strong consultative and data analysis abilities
- Creative thinker who can develop a wide range of interventions meeting the needs of a diverse student population
- Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is preferred, but not required
- Excellent communication skills
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
- Strong consultative and data analysis abilities
- Creative thinker who can develop a wide range of interventions meeting the needs of a diverse student population
- Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is preferred, but not required
- Excellent communication skills
Benefits
- Benefit options include: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Supplemental Insurance Programs
- Medical Insurance enrollment is available to full time employees on their date of hire. No waiting period.
- 10 Month School Position with 12 Month Semi-Monthly Pay
- Generous Paid Time Off Benefits
- 403(b) Investment Options
- Direct Employer Hire
About Menta Academy Bourbonnais
At Menta Academy Bourbonnais, our team is all about helping kids be their best in three key areas:
- Developing a love of learning.
- Gaining the tools necessary to shine academically.
- Becoming good people beyond the classroom.
We've set up our classes to be lively and engaging so every student can have a shot at both learning and behaving well each day. We're here to support each student's unique learning journey and make sure they're set up for success in school and beyond.
We are dedicated to supporting each child tirelessly, ensuring they receive the assistance and resources necessary to overcome obstacles, attain academic success, leave a lasting imprint on their communities, and unleash their complete potential.
Accreditation
Menta Academy Bourbonnais is approved by the Illinois State Board of Education as a nonpublic educational facility (14-7.02) for special education students in kindergarten through age 22. It offers elementary, middle and high school programming to children with diverse learning needs.
Menta Academy Bourbonnais is NCA accreditation through Advanced Education.
Approved Free and Reduced Lunch Provider under Illinois State Board of Education.
Professional Associations and/or Partnerships
The Menta Education Group affiliates are members/partners with CEC, CASE, Autism Speaks, ASBA, AAPSEC, AASA, CCSSO, SEAA, ASCD, and many more associations that focus on the education of children with disabilities.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Menta Education Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Menta Group ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, sex, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. The District has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making application for any opening should contact the district office.
