1.0 FTE on a 190 day work calendar
Location: Long Term Care and Treatment, Corvallis, OR
Competitive Salary and Benefits Package
(Salary listed is for 24-25 FY)
Start date: August 21, 2025
Application process
Applications are available at https://www.lblesd.k12.or.us/careers/
A complete application consists of
Online Application
Resume
Cover letter
Three current letters of reference
Copy of University Transcripts (Successful candidates will be required to provide official transcripts before completion of the hiring process)
Copy of License
We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job; that candidate may be the one who comes from a less traditional background. We would encourage a candidate’s application, even if they don’t believe they meet every one of the qualifications described. If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, or how this would be determined, please feel free to contact Human Resources at HR@lblesd.k12.or.us to discuss your application.
SPECIAL EDUCATION CASE MANAGER - (GRADES K-12) - Long Term Care and Treatment (LTCT)
Classification: Licensed 190 day calendar
Reports to: Long Term Care & Treatment Director
FSLA Status: Exempt Employee
POSITION OVERVIEW
This critical position consults and creates with the principal and LBL’s Special Education Director.
Our students in LTCT are some of the neediest we serve and this position ensures access to education, while they focus on their greatest concern in their young lives: their mental health. Supporting teachers as they work with students dealing with social, emotional, behavioral issues and mental health needs is one of the most fulfilling teaching experiences possible. This position provides the expertise, resources, and infrastructure to comply with all state and federal expectations
of IDEA. This position provides experiences that are unique and challenging while offering ongoing learning and
growth.
QUALIFICATIONS
1. Valid Oregon Teacher Standards and Practices Commission (TSPC) teaching license is required with Special Education Generalist endorsement: K-12
2. Effective oral and written communication skills.
3. Knowledge and understanding of the mental health needs of youth.
4. Such alternatives to certain above qualifications may apply as deemed appropriate by the Superintendent and/or Board of Directors.
GENERAL INFORMATION
This position has the following expectation and prerequisite abilities.
1. Promotion of equity and diversity in all settings and understanding and commitment to anti-racists principles.
2. Maintain a high level of confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA, FERPA and adherence to the competent and ethical educator practices.
3. Maintain compliance with state and federal laws governing all aspects of our agency including ORS, OAR, IDEA, FOIA, and CIPA.
4. Exceptional prioritization of tasks, timely completion of work assignments, ability to take the initiative and work independently with minimal supervision.
5. Demonstrates respectful, flexible and effective teambuilding skills of cooperation, communication and active participation.
6. Present self and LBL in a professional manner including: in oral and written communication, professional disposition when working with others and maintaining professional dress standards.
7. Ability to understand and follow oral and written directives, find requested data and present in user-friendly formats for internal and public distribution.
8. Maintain regular attendance at work. Be punctual in meeting deadlines, attending meetings, and following schedules.
9. Ability to lift, carry at least 25 pounds.
10. Ability to sit for extended periods of time in a vehicle or work setting.
11. Ability to safely maneuver self and others in an unpredictable environment.
12. Utilize teleservice platform to provide services to educators, students and district staff as directed.
13. Ability to safely maneuver self and others in an unpredictable environment.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills and duties associated with this position. The supervisor of this position may modify this list at any time it’s deemed necessary.
1. Assess student knowledge, skills, performance, behavior and attendance and track appropriately.
2. Create and maintain procedures that comply with all IDEA and ODE procedural requirements.
3. Determine education needs of individual students and provide relevant instruction.
4. Prepare and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) to meet the defined needs of identified students including evaluating and report student progress.
5. Cooperate with the Trillium campus model regarding service delivery per the expectations of a secured, controlled, and locked environment.
6. Implement behavior supports and plans based on the student’s established treatment program and in cooperation with Trillium staff.
7. Record and report data according to established policy and state standards.
8. Use appropriate educational principles while working with students in the area of students’ interpersonal relationships.
9. Prepare specially designed instruction lesson plans with individualized learning activities and strategies for students including modifying and providing accommodations for instruction.
10. Participate in Individualized Education Program (IEP) and team meetings as assigned.
11. Complete all special education reporting to comply with ODE and federal mandates including December Census, June Exit and Child Find.
12. Complete all special education intakes and file reviews.
13. Complete all special education records requests.
14. Collaborate with the transition specialist to support student’s transition back to resident school district or next placement..
15. Effectively use word processing, databases, and on-line programs.
16. Provide referral of students to other agencies and specialists as appropriate.
SALARY AND BENEFIT INFORMATION
Licensed employees are represented by Linn Benton Lincoln Education Association
Salary and benefit information shown are based on full-time employment (1.0 FTE) based on the current school year
Placement on the Linn Benton Lincoln ESD licensed salary schedule will be commensurate with applicant’s qualifications, relevant training, and experience
Linn Benton Lincoln ESD will provide an Insurance CAP to assist with health, dental and vision insurance premiums
Employer paid PERS, holidays, sick leave and personal days are also provided
Employer paid Life Insurance 1 x annual salary
Employer paid Basic AD&D and Long Term Disability
Health Insurance
Oregon Educators Benefit Board (OEBB) provides insurance to school and education service district employees
Includes medical, dental, vision & prescription insurance
Monthly premium deducted pre-tax
LBLESD contributes a monthly CAP/Pool to help offset insurance cost
Health Savings Accounts for high deductible plans
Flexible Spending Accounts
Carriers offered are:
Moda
Kaiser
Willamette Dental Group
Retirement
PERS – Public Employee Retirement System
For more information visit: state.or.us
LBLESD pays the 6% employee contribution on behalf of each employee
Personal Leave
Up to 24 hours
Sick Leave
Up to 80 hours
Sick Leave Bank
Employees may opt to donate one day of sick leave to become a member of the Sick Leave Bank
Members may request leave from the sick leave bank in the event of a catastrophic illness or injury
Medical Appointment Leave
Up to 3 hours per month
Professional Development Opportunities
LBLESD hosts a variety of training classes
First Aid/CPR classes offered onsite
Includes workshops, conferences and mentorship programs
Reasonable accommodations for the application and interview process will be provided upon request and as required in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Individuals with disabilities may contact Human Resources at 541-812-2624 for additional information and assistance.
Linn Benton Lincoln ESD is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
Qualifying veterans and disabled veterans may obtain preference by submitting with their completed application a copy of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215) or a letter from the US Dept. of Veteran's Affairs indicating receipt of a non-service connected pension as verification of eligibility. Disabled Veterans must also submit a copy of their veteran's disability preference letter from the Dept. of Veteran Affairs, unless the information is included in the DD Form 214 or 215.
