Special Education Case Manager

Lawrence Hall is a Chicago-based nonprofit social services agency that provides therapeutic, wellness, and skill development services to youth, families, and neighborhoods affected by lasting trauma.

Our Therapeutic Day School serves CPS‑referred youth ages 5‑22 with emotional, intellectual, or learning challenges. We provide personalized, IEP‑driven instruction paired with therapeutic arts to promote skill mastery and engagement. With a 90%+ graduation rate and multiple awards, we prepare students for academic and career success.

The School Case Manager / Reintegration Specialist will play a vital role in helping youth successfully transition from our Therapeutic Day School back to local schools. Acting as the key bridge among agency, students, families, and schools, the role manages Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and supports students’ academic and social growth.

• Collaborate with parents, teachers, social workers, and district professionals to develop IEPs designed to promote the student’s education, physical and social development.
• Schedule, coordinate, facilitate, and ensure legal compliance of IEP and triennial conferences.
• Collect, analyze, and maintain data on progress toward IEP goals, triennial evaluations, and reintegration goals.
• Conduct periodic follow‑up with transitioned students to ensure long‑term stability in a less restrictive environment.
• Serve as the school’s district and state testing coordinator.
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing with school personnel, students, families, and district staff to facilitate effective collaboration that leads to student success.

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree and applicable experience
• Current LBS1 teaching certificate from the State of Illinois or an out‑of‑state equivalent with the goal of securing Illinois certification.
• No history of child abuse or neglect.

Preferred:

• Master’s degree in Special Education

This position is located at our Therapeutic Day School at 4833 N Francisco Ave. Monday to Friday, typical business hours with some flexibility. The role requires local travel between schools and agency sites and participation in ongoing professional development and trainings.

• Salary: $55,000‑$60,000/year, based on experience.
• 7+ weeks of vacation + 9 holidays
• Medical insurance – HMO and PPO options
• Dental insurance – HMO and PPO options
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) with up to 5% employer match and auto‑vesting
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) – Medical and Dependent Care
• Pre‑tax Commuter benefits – Parking and Transit
• 100% employer‑paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance for employees, spouses, and children
• Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability
• 100% employer‑paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for free counseling and life resources
• Wellness Reimbursement Program
• Employee Referral Bonus up to $1,500
• Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for licensed employees
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Submit your application here. We look forward to learning more about you!

Frequently cited statistics show that women and underrepresented groups apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the necessary skills and abilities. Lawrence Hall encourages you to apply even if you do not have experience in all areas of essential functions.

This position meets the FLSA requirements for Exempt.

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

Following job offer acceptance, all new hires are required to complete a background check through the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS). Individuals who have lived outside of Illinois may also be subject to out‑of‑state checks, which can take up to eight weeks to process. While these checks are pending, candidates should continue completing all other pre‑boarding requirements. Employment may begin once all pre‑boarding steps are complete and DCFS clearance has been received.

• Entry level

• Full‑time

• Other

• Individual and Family Services