Clinical Case Manager I- Peds Early Steps

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

Job summary

The University of Florida on the Jacksonville Campus is seeking a Clinical Case Manager I- Peds Early Steps to conduct screenings, family assessments, and coordinated case management as part of a multidisciplinary team.

The role supports eligibility determinations, updates IFSPs, coordinates services, and connects families with community resources under IDEA Part C; a Master’s or Bachelor’s degree with related experience is 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 enrollment with Children's Medical Services.
• Requires Level II Criminal Background Screening.

Responsibilities

• Conduct screenings, complete family assessments, provide case management activities, and serve on a multidisciplinary team to determine eligibility during evaluations.
• Update IFSPs, coordinate services, make recommendations, and access community resources for children referred to Northeastern Early Steps through IDEA Part C.
• Participate in/conduct developmental evaluations and family assessments in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team for intake, eligibility, progress, IFSP updates, and intervention planning.
• Maintain current and accurate client records including plans, notes, and billing information timely and accurately.

Education

Master's or Bachelor's + 2 years experience

Job description

Clinical Case Manager I- Peds Early Steps

Job no: 541588
Work type: Staff Full-Time
Location: Jacksonville Campus
Categories: Office/Administrative/Fiscal Support, Counseling/Community Outreach/Social Work
Department: 30090000 - JX-PEDIATRICS-JACKSONVILLE

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

Job Description:

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

$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:

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.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

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.

Level II Background Check is Required.

Health Assessment Required:

Health Assessment Required: Yes

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Work Visa sponsorship is not available for this position

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

Advertised:

Advertised: 02 Oct 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 23 Oct 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

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The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.