Related Services Manager

KESHET•Northbrook, IL

5d•$90,000 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Manager oversees the day to day operations and supervision of related services providers of the Keshet Education programs, including the elementary/middle school, high school, and transition program. The Clinical Manager is responsible for the programmatic success of Keshet’s Therapeutic Day Schools ensuring seamless team management and development, related service delivery within the therapeutic milieu delivery, and quality control and evaluation. The Clinical Manager is a key external face of Keshet in the community.

Requirements

The candidate is expected to have strong project management skills managing complex, multifaceted projects resulting in measurable successes and program growth.
The candidate should exude strength in hiring, recruiting, managing, developing, coaching, and retaining individuals and teams, empowering them to elevate their levels of responsibility, span-of-control and performance including understanding human resources, employee performance improvement plans, and corrective action policies.
Demonstrate ethical and professional behavior
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software
Respect diverse cultures and provides culturally appropriate, competent and individualized support according to each individual’s age, race, gender and gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religious beliefs and culture
Embrace a culture of collaboration and teamwork
Masters’ degree in Special Education, Education, or related field required; with a Type 75 Certification or Type 75 Certification eligible.
Demonstrated success developing and evaluating program models, and selecting and successfully operationalizing innovative programs.
At least five years of experience in a related services discipline at a regular and special education school.
Must be able to successfully complete Safety Care Certification Training
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Must be able to navigate classrooms, aid with student care as needed, including assisting with student hygiene.
Must be able to access and navigate the facility
Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times

Nice To Haves

Previous school administration experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership, direction, and supervision of related services in accordance with the Rules and Regulations of the Illinois State Board of Education.
Provide instructional mentoring and supervision to related services providers such as occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, social workers, and lead paraeducators; including instructional coaching, data collection and assessment, and behavior management.
Supervises the integration of therapeutic modalities into the highly individualized special education curriculum.
Recruit, hire, and oversee training, orientation, supervision, development and performance review of related services staff.
Oversees and coordinates the training schedule of all related service staff members
Cultivate relationships directly with Parents, Teachers and Staff on a daily basis
Develop and maintain positive and effective relations with partnering agencies.
Provide leadership in the planning, development, implementation, review and evaluation of administrative procedures.
Maintain structure teaching within all classrooms or search for Best Practices within the field of Special Education
Reviews related service provider documentation to ensure the provision and recording of direct and consultative minutes.
Develop and maintain a safe and attractive school environment.
Evaluate the program on a continuous basis
Reviews related service provider documentation to ensure the provision and recording of direct and consultative minutes.
Successfully complete and maintain training in Safety Care Certification and be able to utilize these techniques when needed to ensure students’ safety.
Maintain an assigned caseload in their discipline area providing direct and consult services.
Performs other related duties as required.