About the role
Job Description
As a Social Worker Clinician with The Menta Education 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.
Full-Time, Monday - Friday, 7:30am CST - 3pm CST
Following a school calendar
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 and report student progress and complete evaluations, program evaluations, and consult with educational staff, parents, and other professionals
Qualifications
- One of the following Licenses/Certifications: Certified School Social Worker (IL PEL Certificate), Certified School Counselor (IL PEL Certificate), MSW with LSW, LCSW, LCPC, LPC
- 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
Compensation & Benefits
- In accordance with the Pay Transparency amendment to the Illinois Equal Pay Act of 2003, information about pay ranges and employee benefits can be found at the following links:
- Compensation Information:
- https://menta.com/compensation-arizona-and-illinois/
- Please refer to the "Clinical" section for this position's category
- Our benefits package includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off (PTO); and a 403(b) retirement plan with an employer match. For more information visit: https://menta.com/employee-benefits-full-time/
About Menta Tech Academy
Menta Tech Academy is an innovative and dynamic virtual K-12 school that harnesses the power of technology to deliver a comprehensive and engaging educational experience.
Designed to meet the needs of students in the digital age, our virtual school offers a flexible and personalized learning environment accessible from anywhere in the world.
By accommodating the diverse needs of students by offering a flexible schedule, students can learn synchronously and asynchronously. We provide a diverse academic selection of courses, from core subjects like mathematics, science, language arts, and social studies to specialized disciplines such as computer science, fine arts, and more.
Through live virtual classes, video lectures, discussion boards, and one-on-one sessions, students receive personalized attention and guidance to maximize their learning potential.
In addition, Menta Tech Academy promotes a collaborative learning environment where students can interact with their peers through virtual group projects, online forums, and social activities. We believe fostering social connections and building a sense of community are crucial aspects of the educational experience, even in a virtual setting.
Whether students require an accelerated learning path, extra support, or the flexibility to balance their education with other commitments, our virtual school provides the necessary tools and resources to succeed.
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 (“Menta”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, gender identity and gender expression), color, national origin, religion, age, pregnancy or related conditions, veteran status, sexual orientation, disability or any other basis protected under federal, state or local law. Any individual needing assistance in making an application for any opening should contact Menta’s office.