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

Chicago Public Schools

Job Title: RSP Manager Occupational and Physical Therapy

Job Number: 2600004R

Job Type: Full-time

Location: Central-42 West Madison Street, Ofc Students wDisab-RSP

Salary: $118,000.00

Benefits:

• Health & Wellness: Your Care Your Choice
• Medical Plan Options
• Pharmacy
• Dental
• Vision
• Behavioral Health & EAP
• Employee Wellness Program
• Financial Security Planning for Today and Tomorrow
• Basic Life Insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Pension Plans
• Supplemental Retirement Plans
• 403b and 457b
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Spot Pet Insurance
• Work-Life Balance:
• Supporting Your Personal and Professional Life
• Competitive paid time off policies
• Paid Leave
• Sick Leave
• Vacation Days
• Parental Leaves
• Short-Term Disability
• Religious Holidays Leaves

Job Summary:

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 the Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD).

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
• Develops, approves, and monitors the assignments and schedules for related service providers
• District and agency-based staff
• 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
• Takes responsibility for professional development by staying updated on literature, research findings, and delivery techniques through attending meetings and other means
• Facilitates performance evaluations for related service providers and provides targeted feedback to enhance performance and student outcomes
• Manages, monitors, and contributes to the budgeting and planning initiatives related to day-to-day operational and long-term goals

Requirements:

• Education: Masters degree from an accredited college or university required; Doctorate degree preferred
• Valid Occupational Therapist or Physical Therapist license with the 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
• REACH certification or commitment to complete REACH certification within the timeline specified by the manager
• Principal endorsement
• Valid State of Illinois General Administrative Certificate preferred
• Experience: 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
• Other Requirements:
• Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is preferred
• Familiarity with CPS district and a strong commitment to equity of services
• 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, keen leadership skills, and commitment to drive a high level of collaboration in all CPS functions and strives to improve overall OSD functions
• Ability to proactively approach problem-solving
• Ability to quickly process complex information and present it clearly and simply to varied stakeholders
• Responsive to feedback
• Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills

Working Conditions:

• Chicago Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.
• The Chicago Residency requirement applies to all CPS employees; 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.

How to Apply:

• Please refer to the Chicago Public Schools A Comprehensive Benefits Overview or the benefits handbook for comprehensive details.

Chicago Public Schools

A Comprehensive Benefits Overview

Benefits Handbook

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