Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant COTA
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As a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant 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.
3049 W. Harrison Chicago, IL 60612
6:45am-2:15pm CT, Monday-Friday, following a school calendar
Direct Hire with our school: Return school year after school year (no annual contract)
Responsibilities
- Provide educational direction and support for students at times of confusion, frustration & emotional upset.
- Assist in developing Develop and update IEP goals and progress reports for student caseload.
- Provide Occupational Therapy related service minutes and carry out individual treatment plans, 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.
Qualifications
- COTA Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant with IDFPR (or proof of application)
- Ability to work with students with ED/BD/OHI/Autism/TBI/OHI
Compensation & Benefits
- In 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:
- Please refer to the "Student Services" section for this position's category
- Our 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:
Menta Academy Chicago West
At Menta Academy Chicago West, our devoted staff is dedicated to guiding each child toward success. Our educational services are designed to meet individual learning needs, emphasizing both development and achievement. This allows our students to experience daily successes, engage in learning and play, and gain the knowledge they need to succeed in the future. Menta Academy Chicago West is more than just a school; it's where students flourish and reach their full potential.
The heart of our success lies in our genuine passion for empowering at-risk youth. We approach our mission with confidence, knowing that every life we touch has the potential to flourish. Through innovative approaches, data-driven strategies, and a profound understanding of the challenges our students face, we steadfastly strive to eliminate barriers and create a brighter, more promising future for all those we serve.
Professional Associations and/or Partnerships
The 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 Employer
The 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.
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- If you are currently working towards a degree, what is your anticipated completion date? optional
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- What is your highest attained degree? optional
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- Are you over 21 years of age?
- Are you willing to undergo a drug test in order to work in our school?
- Are you eligible to work in the United States?
- Have you ever been convicted of a criminal offense, other than a minor traffic violation (You are not obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of convictions or arrests)**see below optional
- Have you ever had any indicated finding of child abuse filed in your name?
- Does your name appear on any sex offender database in any state or country?
- CONSENT TO BACKGROUND CHECK: Section 10-21.9 of The School Code of the State of Illinois and A.R.S. 15-534(A) in Arizona (“Applicable School Code”) require that an applicant for employment with a school district is required, as a condition of employment, to authorize a fingerprint investigation to ascertain if the applicant has been convicted of certain criminal offenses. The Applicable School Code also stipulates that the School District perform a check on the Statewide Sex Offender Database. Should I be a candidate for employment with Special Education Services, I agree to authorize both investigations and will allow myself to be fingerprinted as a part of this investigation. Candidate may not be employed unless such investigation has been initiated. I certify that the information given by me in this application is true in all respects, and I agree that if the information given is found to be false or misleading in any way, it shall be considered sufficient cause for denial of employment or, if already hired, discharge. I authorize the use of any information in the application to verify my statement, and I authorize past employers, all references and any other person to answer all questions asked concerning my ability, character, reputation, previous employment and education record or anything else contained in this application. I expressly release all such third parties from any liability or damages on account of having furnished such information, as well as Special Education Services for seeking any verification of such information contained in this application.
- Are you a previous employee of The Menta Education Group?
- Are you a current employee of The Menta Education Group?
- Are you related to a student who attends school at a Menta location?
Written answers (12)
- Legal Name and Other name(s) Include previous last names, surname aka, shortened names/name variations and nicknames. Include Legal Name if not previously provided in name field.
- Do you know any language(s) other than English? If so, please indicate which language(s) below: optional
- Were you referred by a current Menta Employee? If so, please name: optional
- If yes, please explain and provide dates: optional
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- Please provide your IDFPR License Number, Certification Type (e.g. Occupational Therapist or Speech Language Pathologist), Status (e.g. Active) and Expiration Date optional
- Name, Title, Place of Employment ,Phone, Email and where you worked with Reference optional
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