Social Worker Clinician Counselor
Listed compensation
$61k-$70k
The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, nights and shift pattern and time off.
Job Description
As a Social Worker Clinician Counselor with The Menta Education Group, you will provide direct educational and social services to students, as well as work with parents, educators, and other professionals to create supportive academic and social environments for all students.
- 4201 Edgewater Drive, Pekin, IL 61554
- 8:00am-3:30pm CT, Monday-Friday, following a school calendar
- Direct Hire with our school: Return school year after school year (no annual contract)
Responsibilties
Employ data-based decision-making regarding multidisciplinary collaboration, functional behavior assessments and behavioral approaches
Build leadership to effectively help students succeed
Develop Positive Behavioral and Academic Interventions
Monitor and report student progress and complete evaluations, program evaluations, and consult with educational staff, parents, and other professionals
Some local travel to other Menta locations may be necessary at times
Qualifications
Required: One of the following Licenses/Certifications: Certified School Social Worker (IL PEL Certificate), Certified School Counselor (IL PEL Certificate), MSW with LSW, LCSW, LCPC, LPC
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
Strong Consultative and Data Analysis Abilities
- Creative thinker who can develop a wide range of interventions meeting the needs of a diverse student population
- Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is preferred, but not required
- Excellent communication skills
Compensation & Benefits
In accordance with the Pay Transparency amendment to the Illinois Equal Pay Act of 2003, information about pay ranges and employee benefits can be found at the following links:
Compensation Information
menta.com
Please refer to the "Clinical" section for this position's category.
Our benefits package includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off (PTO); and a 403(b) retirement plan with an employer match. For more information visit:menta.com
$61,000 - $70,000 a year
About Menta Academy Pekin
Menta Academy Pekin embodies the principles of the Expanded Menta Method and Trauma-Informed Practices. We commit our curriculum and teaching styles to personalized learning and facilitate current technologies with dedicated educators. These actions create a warm and understanding environment where our students thrive. Our flexible learning spaces are carefully designed and curated to inspire an adult learning mindset.
Our core values drive our commitment to each student's success. We believe in fostering a culture of respect, understanding, and acceptance, where every student is valued for their unique strengths and potential. Through personalized educational plans, we strive to meet the individual needs of each student, recognizing that no two learners are alike. At Menta Academy Pekin, we harbor, help, and guide each student's unique journey with compassion and dedication.
Professional Associations And/or Partnerships
The Menta Education Group affiliates are members/partners with CEC, CASE, Autism Speaks, ASBA, AAPSEC, AASA, CCSSO, SEAA, ASCD, and many more associations that focus on the education of children with disabilities.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Menta Education Group (“Menta”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, gender identity and gender expression), color, national origin, religion, age, pregnancy or related conditions, veteran status, sexual orientation, disability or any other basis protected under federal, state or local law.
Any individual needing assistance in making an application for any opening should contact Menta’s office.
Key Responsibilities
The clinician will provide direct educational and social services to students while collaborating with parents and educators to create supportive environments. Responsibilities include developing behavioral and academic interventions, conducting assessments, and monitoring student progress.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Social Worker Clinician Counselor at Confidential Employer a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Social Work — ranked against 6,339 active Social Work listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.
Social Worker Career Context
Of the 50 active Social Work listings this role was benchmarked against, 72% are remote, 24% have no call, 76% require no weekends.
Social Work pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.4% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.0 / 10 · above average in social work | ranked against 6,339 Social Work listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $61k–$70k | Social Work median $65k (middle half $58k–$74k)15 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$66k in purchasing power | Illinois index 100.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Social Work listings in Illinois | 193 active | 6,430 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 72% remote · 24% no call · 76% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Illinois social worker listings (all specialties): 8% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 19% offer loan repayment219 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Social Work listings | 2,524 in the last 30 days | 1,423 the 30 days before (+77%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Social Work pay trend | +1.4% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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