Clinical Case Manager I- Peds Early Steps

University of Florida; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Florida in Jacksonville seeks a Clinical Case Manager I for the Early Steps program. You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to coordinate services, complete family assessments, update IFSPs, and support children birth to five with developmental needs in natural environments.

Responsibilities include screenings, intake, eligibility determinations, and maintaining accurate records and billing.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or Bachelor's with 2 years' relevant experience.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Eligible for Medicaid Provider Number and enrollment with Children's Medical Services.
• Level II Criminal Background Screening.
• Preferred: Bachelor's in Early Childhood or related field; two years experience with birth to five with special needs.
• Health Assessment required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct screenings and family assessments.
• Provide case management and coordinate services.
• Maintain accurate client records and billing.
• Work with multidisciplinary team to determine eligibility.
• Ensure timely IFSP development and updates.
• Participate in trainings and meetings.

Skills

Case management

Family assessments

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Documentation

Billing

Communication with families

Education

Master's degree in related field

Bachelor's degree with 2 years experience

Job description

Clinical Case Manager I- Peds Early Steps

Job No: 541588

Work Type: Full Time

Location: Jacksonville Campus

Categories: Office/Administrative/Fiscal Support, Counseling/Community Outreach/Social Work

Department: 30090000 - JX-PEDIATRICS-JACKSONVILLE

Job Description

Classification Title:
Clinical Case Manager I- Peds Early Steps

Classification Minimum Requirements: Master's degree in an appropriate area; or a Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of relevant experience

Under the direction of the Service Coordinator Supervisor, the Clinical Case Manager is responsible for conducting screenings, completing family assessments, providing case management activities, and serving as a member of a multidisciplinary team to determine eligibility during evaluations. Responsibilities also include updating IFSPs, coordinating services, making recommendations, and accessing community resources for children referred to the Northeastern Early Steps Program through Part C of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Services are provided in natural environment settings, with responsibility for maintaining compliance with Local, State, and Federal guidelines, including requirements for best practice and billing established by 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 the purpose of 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 - $55,000

Required Qualifications:
Master's degree in an appropriate area; or a Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of relevant experience

Valid Driver's License

Be eligible for a Medicaid Provider Number, and be eligible for enrollment with Children's Medical Services.

Requires Level II Criminal Background Screening.

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.

Health Assessment Required: Yes

Applications Close: 23 October 2026

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Records laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.

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 is 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.

Work Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.