OverviewHealthPRO Pediatrics is looking for a School Case Manager (PEL/LBS1) role with our team in Chicago, IL.
Join our collaborative therapy team supporting students’ academic and functional success!
- Case Manager (PEL/LBS1)
- Chicago, IL | Grades K-8th
- Full-Time | On-Site
- Hourly rates start at $50/hour
Responsibilities
- Create and distribute calendar of all annual reviews and evaluations to comply with IDEA timelines, and provide updates as needed.
- Ensure families are notified in writing at least 10 days before all conferences.
- Chair and coordinate all FIEs/IEPs/BIPs/504s.
- Ensure parents and students receive all meeting paperwork and understand the FIE/IEP/BIP/504.
- Monitor and ensure implementation of all IEP services, accommodations and progress monitoring.
- Oversee the special education referral process, including collaborating with the School Principal to ensure MTSS implementation and documentation.
- Obtain IEPs and special education files for newly enrolled students, and coordinate services for new students.
- Ensure all IEPs are relevant, measurable, rigorous and compliant with Federal and State Law.
- Ensure transition plans are complete and 8th grade students and families are aware of excellent high school options.
- Ensure all relevant staff have copies, keep confidential, and understand how to use student IEPs, 504s and BIPs.
- Meet regularly with School Principal and Director of Specialized Services to collaborate, communicate, and continuously improve the special education program.
- Meet regularly with special education teachers, monitor IEP work and provide feedback on IEPs.
- Collaborate and communicate effectively and promptly with families, investing them in their students’ academic and character goals.
- Manage Special Education files.
- Attend CPS and ReGeneration Special Education meetings, and keep school staff informed of updates.
Qualifications
- Must hold a current license to practice in the state of Illinois.
- Must hold valid PEL and LBS1.
- Have successful experience working with culturally diverse families.
- Assumes responsibility for ongoing continuing education and professional development.
