Related Service Provider (RSP) Manager, Social Work

Chicago Public Schools•Chicago, IL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Chicago Public Schools (CPS) is a large urban school district committed to providing a world-class education to over 325,000 students. The Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) supports special education services, including instruction, interventions, and legal compliance. The RSP Manager, Social Work, reporting to the Director of Related Service Providers, will address principal and staff needs concerning related service provider assignments and evaluations. This role supports schools through effective problem-solving and collaboration, aligning with district goals and the missions of OSD. The position is responsible for services and resources related to IDEA and Section 504, is a full-time, exempt role, and is paid on a salary basis.

Requirements

Master’s degree from an accredited college or university, required
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, required
Minimum of five (5) years as a licensed teacher required
Minimum of two (2) years working as a related service provider (e.g., occupational therapist, physical therapist, speech-language pathologist) in a school or clinical setting, required
Leadership experience, including but not limited to supervising staff, leading projects, mentoring other staff members, or internship practicum supervision
Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish, preferred
Familiarity with CPS district, preferred
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
Establish/Maintain Chicago Residency - Employees are required to live within the geographic boundaries of the City of Chicago within six months of their CPS hire date and maintain residency throughout their employment with the district. The Chicago residency requirement does not apply to temporary/part-time positions, however, all CPS employees must be residents of Illinois.

Nice To Haves

Doctorate degree, preferred
Principal endorsement/valid State of Illinois General Administrative Certificate, 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, school, central office management, parents, and other stakeholders to continually improve the 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