Clinical Case Manager I - Early Steps

UF ECE Ambassadors; Jacksonville (FL); Presencial; USD 46.000 - 55.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The University of Florida is seeking a Clinical Case Manager I for the Northeastern Early Steps Program in Florida. You will conduct screenings, complete family assessments, and coordinate services in natural environments for children birth to five with special needs under IDEA Part C.

Under supervision, you will work with a multidisciplinary team to determine eligibility, update IFSPs, ensure timely service delivery, and maintain compliant records for billing and reporting.

Formación

• Master's degree in an appropriate area; or a bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and two years of relevant experience.
• Experience conducting developmental evaluations/screenings and family assessments.
• Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team to determine eligibility and coordinate services.

Responsabilidades

• Conduct screenings and family assessments for eligibility under IDEA Part C.
• Perform case management and coordinate services in natural environment settings.
• Maintain accurate client records and ensure compliance with AHCA and state guidelines.
• Participate in trainings and multidisciplinary meetings to ensure best practices.

Conocimientos

Screenings proficiency

Family assessments

Case management

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Educación

Master's degree in an appropriate area

Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area

Descripción del empleo

Classification Title: Clinical Case Manager I-Early Steps Classification Minimum Requirements: Master's degree in an appropriate area; or a bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and two years of relevant experience.

Job Description: Under the direction of the Service Coordinator Supervisor, the Clinical Case Manager is responsible for conducting screenings, completing family assessments, conducting case management activities, serving as a member of a multidisciplinary team for the purpose of determining eligibility during evaluations, updating IFSPs, coordinating services, making recommendations, accessing community resources, in natural environment settings for children referred to the Northeastern Early Steps Program through Part C of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA); And maintaining compliance with Local, State, and Federal guidelines for best practice and billing under AHCA and the Early Steps State Office.

Participates in/conducts developmental evaluations/screenings, consultations, direct services, and family assessments in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team when appropriate for completing intake, determining eligibility, monitoring progress, updating IFSPs, and planning/providing intervention.

Works with IFSP team to ensure State and Federal timelines are met with regard to timely service delivery, transition, IFSP development/updates, and LEA/SEA notification. Recommends, coordinates, and makes referrals to community services to meet identified outcomes on Individualized Family Support Plans.

Maintains current and accurate client records, including program plans, intervention notes, case notes, and billing information, timely and accurately for payment. Participates in local and statewide meetings and trainings to ensure best practice and compliance; Completes trainings/modules as required by the program and organization.

Expected Salary

$46,000 to $55,000 annually depending on education and experience

Preferred

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood or Early Childhood Special Education, Social Work, Psychology, or Sociology. Two years of appropriate experience with children - birth to five - with special needs.

This is a time-limited position. Time limited positions are based on circumstances, such as funding sources, which control the length of time for which the position is available.

A Lvl 2 DCF Background Check is Required.

Degrees earned from an education institution outside of the United States are required to be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at http://www.naces.org/.

The University of Florida is a public institution and subject to all requirements under the Florida Sunshine and Public Records laws.

Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US.

Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law.

This requisition has been reposted. Previous applicants are still under consideration and need not reapply.

Health Assessment Required: Yes