Clinical Case Manager Peds-Early Steps

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

Job summary

University of Florida is seeking a Clinical Case Manager for the Peds-Early Steps program at the Jacksonville Campus. The role involves conducting screenings, family assessments, and case management for children referred to Early Steps under IDEA, ensuring compliance with AHCA and state guidelines.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree (or a Bachelor’s with two years of relevant experience), has strong collaboration skills with multidisciplinary teams, and can coordinate services and

Qualifications

• Masters degree in an appropriate area; or a bachelors degree in an appropriate area and two years of relevant experience.
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood or related field, with two years of relevant experience.
• Level 2 Background Check is Required.
• Health Assessment Required: Yes.
• Applications Close: 02 September 2026.

Responsibilities

• Conduct screenings and family assessments as part of the multidisciplinary team.
• Perform case management activities and coordinate services for eligible children.
• Update IFSPs and monitor timelines for service delivery and transition.
• Recommends and refers to community resources to meet identified outcomes on IFSPs.
• Maintain current and accurate client records for payment and compliance.

Education

Master's degree

Bachelor's degree + experience

Job description

Clinical Case Manager Peds-Early Steps

Job No: 541105

Work Type: Full Time

Location: Jacksonville Campus

Categories: Allied Health, Office/Administrative/Fiscal Support, Health Care Administration/Support

Department: 30090000 - JX-PEDIATRICS-JACKSONVILLE

Job Description

Classification Title: Clinical Case Manager Peds-Early Steps

Classification Minimum Requirements: Masters degree in an appropriate area; or a bachelors 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

Required Qualifications: Master's degree in an appropriate area; or a bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and two years of relevant 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.

Level 2 Background Check is Required.

Health Assessment Required:Yes

Applications Close: 02 September 2026

Our Commitment

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the U.S.