Job Description

As a School Social Worker with The Menta 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.

Direct-Hire, Salaried position with benefits and paid benefit time off.

Hours 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., M-F, 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 student progress and evaluations, program evaluations, and consult with educational staff, parents, and other professionals
• Some local travel to other Menta locations may be necessary at times

• ​​​​​​​Only ONE of the following Licenses/Certifications: 1) Certified School Social Worker (IL PEL Certificate) 2) MSW with LSW 3) MSW with LCSW 4) LCPC 5) LCP 6) 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 

• 10 Month Position with 12 Month Pay
• Benefit options include: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Supplemental Insurance Programs
• Medical Insurance enrollment is available to full time employees on their date of hire. No waiting period.
• 403(b) Savings Plan
• Generous Paid Benefit Time-Off

About Menta Academy Belleville

At Menta Academy Belleville, we are a committed staff that strives to empower each child to unlock their full potential both in and outside the classroom. Our designed services and curriculum address the developmental and individual learning needs of each one of our students. These tools allow us to use our classrooms as dynamic spaces where young minds can start their journey of educational and behavioral triumphs from an early age.

We are dedicated to offering support and creating inventive, impactful programs that enable youth to reach their academic objectives and contribute positively to their communities. Through our unwavering commitment, we strive to assist each child in recognizing and embracing their distinctive potential, fostering a brighter future for themselves and their communities.

Professional Associations and/or Partnerships

The Menta 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 Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Menta Group ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, sex, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. The District has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making application for any opening should contact the district office.