CASE MANAGER, EARLY INTERVENTION- CHARLOTTESVILLE (FULL-TIME)

Region Ten CSB; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Region Ten CSB in Charlottesville seeks a full-time Early Intervention Case Manager to coordinate services for infants and toddlers birth to 3. You will initiate contact with families, guide eligibility through IDEA Part C, and serve as the primary liaison, coordinating with families, schools, therapists, and other professionals in the community.

Spanish language skills are a plus. A Virginia driver's license and reliable vehicle are required for home and community visits, with travel to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field meeting Virginia Part C requirements.
• 1–2 years of experience in human services with families or children.
• Valid Virginia Driver’s License with acceptable driving record; own car for daily use.

Responsibilities

• Make initial contact with families and coordinate eligibility determination under IDEA Part C.
• Serve as the single point of contact for families and provide case management services.
• Coordinate services and supports for infants/toddlers birth to 3 and collaborate with IFSP team members.

Skills

Coaching

Communication

Family advocacy

Documentation

Time management

Data tracking

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Vehicle for fieldwork

Job description

REQ# 154

POSITION TITLE: CASE MANAGER, EARLY INTERVENTION

The first three years last a life time. Full time position with the Infant and Toddler Connection of the Blue Ridge, serving Charlottesville and the surrounding counties. Join a fast paced baby’s team and coordinate special education supports and services to infants and toddlers (birth to 3). Position requires knowledge of infant/child development; effective working relationships with parents, schools, therapists & other professionals. Organizational skills, attention to detail & timelines a must. Willingness to travel, meet in homes & other community settings.

Spanish language proficiency a plus.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES: This is a non-exempt position which reports to the Program Manager. The Early Intervention Case Manager/Service Coordinator makes initial contact with families; coordinates and facilitates the eligibility determination process; and serves as the single point of contact for families while providing case management services to assist and enable an infant or toddler with a delay or disability and the child’s family to receive the services and rights required under Part C of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).The case manager/service coordinator supports a family’s capacity to care for their child and promote his or her development. Case manager/service coordinators support parents/caregivers by emphasizing the strengths of the family and by identifying strategies to build their capacity for resiliency, which can influence mental health outcomes for both a child and caregiver and change the trajectory of the child and his or her family. Adapted from: The American Occupational Therapy Association.

QUALIFICATIONS:

In addition to possessing strong interpersonal skills, the incumbent must have a genuine belief in the rights, dignity, and value of persons with or at risk of disabilities.

EDUCATION

• Bachelor's degree, in early childhood, nursing, education, social work, special education or related human service field, and meet current Virginia Part C requirements.

Experience

• A minimum of 1-2 years of experience in human services wither with families or children

Certification/License

• To ensure the safe and efficient operation of the program, a valid Virginia Driver’s License plus an acceptable driving record as issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles are required. For business use of a personal car, a certificate of valid personal automobile insurance must be provided.
• To perform duties in this position the incumbent must have own car available for use each day and must be in safe working order.

KSAS

Knowledge Of

• Foundation in child development; typical and atypical development across developmental areas.
• Foundation in infant & toddler social-emotional development and milestones.
• Understanding and knowledge that early intervention is science driven and evidence-based.
• Interventions are directed at the outcomes developed collaboratively with the families and IFSP team members.
• Understanding of relationship between a developmental delay in one area and its impact on other areas of development.
• Demonstrated knowledge of early intervention (under Part C of IDEA) best practices by providing relevant services/coaching to child, parents and care givers.
• Knowledge and understanding of family-centered philosophy, whereby the family defines the priorities of supports and services. It is based on the premises that families know their children best, that optimal developmental outcomes occur within a supportive family and community environment and that each family is unique.

Skills In

• Services are dynamic and individualized to reflect the child’s and family members’ preferences, learning styles and cultural beliefs.
• Writing of meaningful goals using activities and/or routines within the natural environment.
• Coaching and supporting parents/caregivers to develop confidence and competence.
• Supportive professional relationships with families, and families from diverse backgrounds.
• Effective meeting/group facilitation and consensus building skills.
• Communicate effectively, professionally and appropriately, orally and in writing.
• Family/child advocacy; linking to and providing appropriate resources.
• Effectively using computers and electronic devises for scheduling, communicating, documentation, organization, reporting; and data tools to track own work and ensure compliance with federal and state regulations.
• Effective organization and time management, management of multiple tasks and deadlines.

Abilities To

• Ability to provide education and support to families.
• Demonstrated positive regard for families (allowing independent decision-making, avoiding stereotyping, and respecting families’ privacy).
• Ability to demonstrate objectivity; patience and perseverance.
• Ability to support and respect each family’s capacity and resources. Family capacity includes the knowledge and skills the family has to support their child’s development and meet their child’s needs.
• Ability to build on strengths and reduce stressors so families are able to engage with their children in mutually enjoyable interactions and activities.
• Ability to recognize and support the value and importance of culturally sensitive practice; that each family’s culture, spiritual beliefs and activities, values and traditions may be different from those of a service provider.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative, effective professional relationships with families and others; and maintain effective working relationships as part of a team.
• Ability to use active listening and critical thinking skills.
• Attention to detail; policies, procedures and deadlines

Hourly Salar Range

GRADE 9: $21.02 - $31.53 per hour

SCHEDULE

Full-Time (Non-Exempt)

LOCATION:

500 Old Lynchburg Rd. Charlottesville, VA 22903