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.

321 East 84th St Chicago IL 60619

3049 West Harrison St. Chicago, IL 60612

Staff Hours- 6:45 am to 2:15 pm Mon-Friday, Following a 10-Month School Calendar (Winter, Spring & Summer Break)
Direct Hire Employment: Return School Year after School Year

Only 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, 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 and report student progress and complete 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 of the following Licenses/Certifications: Certified School Social Worker (IL PEL Certificate), Certified School Counselor (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.

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:
• 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:

About Menta Academy Chicago South:

At Menta Academy Chicago South (MACS), our devoted team is committed to continuing the academic and personal growth of our students. Meticulously crafted, our educational services are tailored to both support and challenge students on their journey to higher education. Our objective is to create daily opportunities for success, with both academic and behavioral development achievements.

Our teachers love using our specifically designed Expanded Menta Method Model. The UDL curriculum provides flexible methods, materials, and assessments to help teachers differentiate instruction and meet the unique needs of all learners in a variety of ways, in a variety of unique learning spaces.

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.

The Menta Education Group evolved into a dynamic, responsive, multi-state education non-profit, operating numerous private and public/private partnership schools. The organization still firmly adheres to its policy to never give up on a child and that no student will be rejected, suspended, or expelled.MissionTo provide innovative solutions to critical problems in education and human services.VisionWe envision a society in which all youth can be successful. As an organization, we are especially committed to making success a reality for at-risk youth. We strive to be the recognized national leader in serving at-risk youth in educational and social service settings through the provision of empirically-based innovative solutions to critical problems in education and human services. Our goal is to also support the professionals who work with at-risk youth by focusing on program development, professional training, and child advocacy. RE: EMPOLOYMENT CAREERS PAGE: Full-time Employee Benefits Health Coverages: Medical insurance options through BCBS PPO Network Dental insurance with preventive care coverage Vision insurance with exam and hardware allowances Financial Security: Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution available (after applicable waiting period) to those enrolled in a qualified high-deductible health plan. 403 B retirement plan with employer match after the applicable waiting period. Flexible spending account (FSA) Insurance Protection: Basic Life and AD&D insurance Long-Term Disability insurance Optional: Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance Time Off Benefits: Generous Paid Time Off Policies Part-Time Employee Benefits: 403 B retirement plan with employer match after the applicable waiting period. Generous Paid Time Off Policies Special Education Services: Compensation and Employee Benefits Information The anticipated full time employee salary information provided below is presented in good faith based on the requirements and qualifications of the specified position. Please note that additional factors such as experience, education, and credentials, may influence the compensation scale outlined. For positions that follow the school-year schedule, the salary ranges outlined below are calculated based on a 10-month academic calendar. Department/Position Annual Salary School Leadership $75,000 - $108,000 Special Education Classroom Instruction $59,000 - $70,000 General Education Instruction $45,200 - $49,360 Classroom Support $24,000 - $43,640 Student Services $38,000 - $70,000 Clinical $61,000 - $70,000 Medical $35,000 - $55,000 Maintenance Support $40,000 - $55,000 Administrative Support $28,000 - $45,000 Hourly Position (hourly compensation rates may be determined based on an applicable annual salary) This information has been provided in compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act

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