Occupational Therapist

The Menta Education Group; North Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

403(b) retirement plan with employer match

Job summary

A leading educational organization in North Aurora, IL, is seeking an Occupational Therapist to support students in developing essential life skills according to IEP standards. Responsibilities include providing educational direction, developing IEP goals, and maintaining service logs. The ideal candidate will have a valid Occupational Therapy License and experience with students with special needs. This role offers a salary range between $38,000 and $70,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current State Occupational Therapy License.
• Registered with the National Board of Certification in Occupational Therapy.
• Experience working with students with various disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide educational direction and support during student emotional upsets.
• Develop and update IEP goals and progress reports.
• Provide Occupational Therapy services according to IEP requirements.
• Maintain accurate service logs weekly.
• Coordinate with administrative and teaching staff as needed.

Skills

Current State Occupational Therapy License

Registration with National Board of Certification in Occupational Therapy

Ability to work with students with ED/BD/OHI/Autism/TBI/OHI

Job description

Overview

As an Occupational Therapist with The Menta Education Group, you will work with students to help them improve and develop the skills needed for day to day life and work, according to the students’ IEPs.

Staff Hours 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., Mon-Fri, following a 10 Month School Calendar

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Provide Occupational Therapy related service minutes as dictated on the IEP.
• 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
• 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:
• Compensation Information:
• https://menta.com/compensation-arizona-and-illinois/
• Please refer to the "Student Services" 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/

$38,000 - $70,000 a year

About Fox Tech Transition Program

The Fox Tech Transition Program is dedicated to providing a safe platform for young adults, ages 17-22. Our program helps them prepare for their next phase by providing a supportive environment for career exploration, skill development, health and wellness, behavior regulation, and independent living. Facilitators offer personalized real-world experiences to maximize each participant's independence.

Students gradually transition through different placements, practicing new skills and behaviors in a safe environment. The program assesses their skills through hands-on projects and student-led businesses. As students progress, they demonstrate employability skills such as problem solving, effective communication, time-management, self-advocacy, community integration, transportation, adaptive living skills, and related work behaviors.

Students Served: High School-Age 21

Professional Associations and 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.