| Classification Title: | Clinical Case Manager II |
|---|---|
| Classification Minimum Requirements | Master's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of experience; or a bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and five years of appropriate experience. |
| Job Description: | This position is responsible for establishing and maintaining performance standards and other metrics for evaluation of LES case management with focus on IDEA, Part C State Performance Plan/Annual Report Indicators. This includes interpreting and putting in place standards for measuring timelines of services ,Individual Family Support Plans (IFSP)outcomes, and compliance with the statutorily required performance standards. Develop and ensure processes are implemented to evaluate and identify opportunities for improvement in the provision of high-quality services offered in accordance with IDEA. Work closely with Case Manager Supervisor to address any non-compliance relative to case management. Execute process improvements solutions to compliance barriers, using data analysis and optimization tools to support strategies for improvement plans. Assist with pre-service and ongoing training of case managers. This position performs two primary case management functions: intake and referral responsibilities and temporary Case Manager coverage during staff absences, vacancies, or periods of high caseloads. Intake and referral responsibilities include conducting initial contacts with families, explaining the Early Steps Program’s philosophy, eligibility and evaluation processes, documenting family concerns, updating child and family information, providing education regarding developmental issues, completing developmental screenings when necessary, and coordinating evaluations and other next steps. When providing temporary case management coverage, the position delivers targeted case management services, including facilitating the development, review, and revision of Individualized Family Support Plans (IFSPs) with families and multidisciplinary team members. The position ensures services are family-centered, culturally responsive, and consistent with the Early Steps natural-environments principle, while educating families about procedural safeguards, service-delivery options, transition planning, and available community resources. The position collaborates with providers and community partners to coordinate evaluations, authorizations, and service implementation and maintains accurate and timely documentation. Assigned cases are monitored for compliance with all federal and state timelines, including the 45-day timeline and six-month and annual review requirements. The position also completes required data entry and billing for targeted case management activities. Proficiency with statewide data systems, Medicaid billing procedures, and Early Steps documentation standards is essential. This position is required to participate in in-service training programs as specified by the State Early Steps Program. Completion of this requirement must be documented in the coordinator's personnel file. This position acts as a community liaison for the Early Steps Program, networking with other providers of early intervention services, including the public-school systems, private providers, and the medical system. This requires attendance at interagency. |
| Expected Salary: | $58,000-$63,000 |
| Preferred Qualifications | • Must meet State requirements for Service Coordinator |
| Special Instructions to Applicants: | In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume. Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date. |
| Health Assessment Required: | Yes. |
| Location | Gainesville, FL |
| Salary | $58,000–$63,000 Per Year |
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