Evaluation Occupational Therapist Full-Time

@ The Menta Education Group

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Evaluation Occupational Therapist Full-Time

Posted 23 months ago

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About the job

Menta Education Group is dedicated to fostering skills for college, career, and citizenship through personalized learning. The role involves evaluating students, developing IEP goals, and supporting diverse learners in a dynamic school environment in Waukegan, IL.

Requirements

Current State Occupational Therapy License
National Board of Certification registration
IL PEL with Speech Language endorsement
Experience with ED/BD/OHI/Autism/TBI

Qualifications

Licensed occupational therapist
Experience working with students with disabilities
Strong communication skills
Ability to develop IEP goals

Full job description

As an Occupational Therapist at The Menta Education Group, you will work with students to provide evaluations, re-evaluations, and provide additional support to help them improve and develop the skills needed for day to day life and work, according to the students’ IEP’s.

Full-Time, Salaried Position

Part-Time Options Available

8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m, M-F, following a school calendar

Generous Paid Benefit Time Off

School Location 621 Belvidere Rd, Waukegan, IL 60085

Responsibilities

Primarily focus on student Occupational Therapy Evaluations and Re-Evaluations.
Have the flexibility to provide Occupational Therapy related service minutes as dictated on the IEP.
Provide educational direction and support for students at times of confusion, frustration & emotional upset.
Develop and update IEP goals and progress reports for student caseload.
Maintain accurate related service logs updated weekly.
Coordinate and communicate with administrative staff, teachers, and other related service staff as needed or IEP directed.

Qualifications

Current State Occupational Therapy License
Registration with National Board of Certification in Occupational Therapy
IL PEL w/ Speech Language Pathologist Endorsement
Ability to work with students with ED/BD/OHI/Autism/TBI/OHI

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:
Full Time Employee Benefits Overview:
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/
Compensation Information:
https://menta.com/compensation-arizona-and-illinois/
Please refer to the "Student Services" section for this position's category.

About Menta Academy North

At Menta Academy North, our passionate team is deeply invested in the '3-C Ready' ethos, focusing on fostering the essential skills for College readiness, Career advancement, and conscientious Citizenship. Our educational philosophy is tailored to the unique developmental trajectory of each learner, ensuring that every student's individual needs are met with precision and care.

Within the walls of Menta Academy North, classrooms are alive with the spirit of discovery and achievement. Our active learning environments are carefully crafted to encourage daily educational and behavioral triumphs. Here, students don’t just learn; they engage with knowledge, internalize it, and apply it, setting the stage for a lifetime of success and continuous improvement.

Students Served: PK-21

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.

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