Related Service Provider (RSP) Manager, Occupational and Physical Therapy

Chicago Public Schools•Chicago, IL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Director of Related Service Providers, the RSP Manager, Occupational and Physical Therapy will respond to principal and staff needs regarding related service provider assignments and evaluations, and will support schools through timely, effective and efficient problem-solving techniques. Through collaboration and advocacy, the RSP Manager supports school system goals and priorities, as well as the missions of OSD. The RSP Manager supports services and resources related to the Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. This is a full-time, exempt position that will be paid for time worked on a salary basis.

Requirements

Master’s degree from an accredited college or university, required
Valid Occupational Therapist or Physical Therapist license with Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulations (IDFPR) and/or a valid Professional Education License (PEL) issued by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) with a school support personnel endorsement, including School Social Worker, School Counselor, School Psychologist, School Nurse, and Speech-Language Pathologist, required
REACH certification or commitment to complete REACH certification within timeline specified by manager
Minimum of five (5) years working as a related service provider (e.g., occupational therapist, physical therapist, speech-language pathologist, etc.) in a school or clinical setting
Leadership experience, including but not limited to supervising staff, leading projects, mentoring other staff members, or internship practicum supervision
Ability to establish excellent working relationships with key stakeholder groups (e.g., collective bargaining units, building administrators, directors, etc.)
Innovative thinker and commitment to excellence
Track record of successful team leadership
High level of initiative and keen leadership skills, commitment to driving a high level of collaboration across CPS to improve overall OSD functions
A proactive approach to problem-solving; ability to quickly process complex information and present it clearly and simply to varied stakeholders (related services team, school personnel, central office, and families)
Oral and written communication skills; strong presentation skills
Analytical, strategic and critical thinking skills with a focus on quality
Time management and organizational skills
Proficient in using Microsoft Office suite tools

Nice To Haves

Doctorate degree, preferred
Principal endorsement/valid State of Illinois General Administrative Certificate, preferred
Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is preferred
Familiarity with CPS district, preferred

Responsibilities

Implements the training of related service providers to enhance their effectiveness and efficiencies
In collaboration with CPS Talent office, actively recruits and participates in the hiring of related service providers
Facilitates performance evaluations for related service providers and provides targeted feedback to enhance performance and student outcomes
Develops, collects, monitors, and provides constant data reporting regarding respective budget classifications associated with the staffing and servicing of related service providers and analyzes data that contributes to increasing the academic achievement of all students
Works closely with the Director of Related Service Providers to optimize the well-being of students and ensure efficient resource allocation
Works cooperatively with Networks, schools, central office management, parents, and other stakeholders to continually improve programs
Develops, approves, and monitors the assignments and schedules for related service providers, both District and agency based
Manages, monitors, and contributes to the budgeting and planning initiatives related to day-to-day operational and long-term goals
Assumes the responsibility for his/her own professional development and for keeping current with the literature, new research findings, and improved delivery techniques in various areas by attending appropriate professional meetings, and by other means
Other duties as assigned