Coordinate special education services for K–8 students in a Chicago school setting. Responsibilities include managing evaluation and meeting timelines, chairing IEP and related meetings, ensuring legal compliance, monitoring accommodations and services, managing student files, coordinating referrals and transitions, and collaborating with families, principals, teachers, and specialized-services leadership.
Overview
HealthPRO 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!
- School Case Manager (PEL/LBS1)
- Chicago, IL | Grades K-8th
- Full-Time | On-Site
- Hourly rates start at $50-$55/hour
Why HealthPRO?
• Our school-based positions provide great schedules with weekends, holidays, & summers off
• Generous PTO Accrual
• Year-Round Benefits packages for FT employees including: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, free CEUs & more!• W-2 position - No extra tax stuff at the end of the year!• Mentorship from multiple disciplines across our experienced, collaborative pediatric team
Why Choose HealthPro Pediatrics?
- Meaningful Impact: Play a pivotal role in the lives of children and their families by helping them overcome challenges and achieve milestones in speech, physical, occupational, or ABA therapy.
- Growth Opportunities: Enjoy continuous learning and development opportunities tailored to support your professional growth.
- Collaborative Culture: Thrive in a supportive environment where teamwork, respect, and open communication are at the heart of everything we do.
- Commitment to Excellence: Join a team recognized for clinical expertise and commitment to delivering high-quality care and outcomes.
- Competitive Benefits Package: Enjoy competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package designed with YOU in mind!
Join Us in Making a Difference
At HealthPRO Pediatrics, A division of HealthPro Heritage, we are more than just a team—we are a family dedicated to empowering children, supporting families, and fostering growth. As a leader in pediatric therapy, we provide a purpose-driven environment where your skills and compassion truly make a difference.
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.
- Must hold a current license to practice in the state of IL.
- Have successful experience working with culturally diverse families.
- Assumes responsibility for ongoing continuing education and professional development
HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
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