Therapist / Case Manager at The Sonia Shankman Orthogenic School

Join a therapeutic day school dedicated to helping students with emotional, social, and behavioral challenges. At Sonia Shankman Orthogenic School (O-School), we offer small class sizes, a supportive work environment, professional growth opportunities, a competitive salary, and excellent benefits. We follow CDC and IDPD COVID-19 protocols to ensure a safe workplace for staff and students.

We are seeking a full-time Therapist/Case Manager to provide individual, group, and family therapy, as well as case management services to children and adolescents with emotional, social, and/or behavioral issues. If you are a Licensed Psychologist, Clinical Social Worker, School Social Worker, Clinical Professional Counselor, Marriage Family Therapist, or School Psychologist, this role could be a great fit for you!

Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision insurance starting Day 1)
• Up to 7 weeks of paid school breaks, 6 days of personal leave, 10 sick days, and 10 paid holidays
• Company-paid disability insurance, life insurance, and AD&D
• 403(b) retirement plan with Roth option
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA), Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Employee Assistance Program, 529 college savings, tuition assistance for clinical licensure

About Sonia Shankman Orthogenic School: For over 100 years, O-School has provided a safe, nurturing environment for students with significant emotional and social challenges, many of whom are on the autism spectrum. Our individualized approach helps students reach their full potential, and we work in close partnership with families and external providers. We highly value our talented team of clinicians and educators, fostering a collaborative academic and therapeutic experience for each student.

A Day in the Life as a Therapist/Case Manager: As a Therapist/Case Manager, you will provide intensive individual, family, and group therapy, along with case management for students with diverse needs and diagnoses. Your role involves:

• Providing direct therapeutic services and documenting clinical work
• Communicating with families and external providers
• Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to support each student’s needs
• Developing and monitoring treatment goals in alignment with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) or Individual Academic Plans (IAPs)

Your work will help shape the therapeutic milieu across the school, contributing to a clinical approach in all activities and interactions. You will complete progress reports, IEP/IAP tracking, and mental health assessments, while ensuring students receive the clinical care they need to thrive. This position offers an opportunity to see the direct impact of your work as students grow and become more independent.

Ideal for Clinicians Who:

• Are at any stage of their career
• Enjoy working as part of a collaborative team
• Want to provide clinical care in a special education context
• Are passionate about helping complex students and making a difference

We provide onsite training in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) and regular clinical supervision, including opportunities to accumulate supervision hours toward licensure. Depending on experience, there may also be opportunities to train staff and supervise graduate externs.

Qualifications:

• Licensed Psychologist (Ph.D. or Psy.D.), Clinical Social Worker, School Social Worker, Clinical Professional Counselor, or Marriage Family Therapist
• Licensed by the Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation as a Clinical Psychologist, LCPC, LPC, LCSW, LSW, LMFT, or ALMFT
• Master’s or Doctorate degree in a related field
• Experience working with students with Emotional Disabilities and/or Autism
• Trauma-informed clinical experience preferred

Are You Ready to Join Our Team? If you are a Licensed Psychologist, Clinical Social Worker, School Social Worker, Clinical Professional Counselor, or Marriage Family Therapist who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and adolescents, we would love to hear from you. If you are organized, have strong communication skills, and are ready to manage a varied caseload, this could be the perfect position for you. Apply now to join our team and help students succeed!