Occupational Therapist

Occupational TherapistAs 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' IEP's.Staff Hours: 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., Mon-Fri, following a 10-Month School CalendarResponsibilitiesProvide 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.QualificationsCurrent State Occupational Therapy LicenseRegistration with National Board of Certification in Occupational TherapyAbility to work with students with ED/BD/OHI/Autism/TBI/OHICompensation & BenefitsIn 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: refer to the "Student Services" section for this position's categoryOur 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: - $78,000 a yearAbout Menta Academy BourbonnaisAt 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.AccreditationMenta 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 PartnershipsThe 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 EmployerThe 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.