Case Manager - Zero to Three Initiative

The Villages of Indiana•Indianapolis, IN

About The Position

Join our dynamic team as a Case Manager in our Zero to Three Initiative and make a meaningful impact in the lives of those we serve! Enjoy ongoing professional development opportunities, access to low-cost healthcare benefits that support you and your family, a generous PTO and Holiday program, and an emphasis on work life balance! As a Case Manager in our Zero to Three Initiative you will: Create and implement professional development workshops, training sessions, and learning opportunities for Villages staff. Develop Family Training Programs by designing and leading educational workshops for families to enhance their knowledge of child development, parenting skills, and early learning best practices. Strengthen Family Involvement by creating opportunities for parents and caregivers to actively engage in their children’s learning and development through regular communication, events, and support groups. Support Family-Centered Services by collaborating with staff to ensure family needs are being met through comprehensive, culturally responsive, and inclusive services. Collaborate with internal and community partners to promote early childhood services, including workshops, events, and access to additional support. Develop and execute recruitment strategies to increase enrollment in Foster Care, Family Preservation, and Older Youth programs, highlighting specialized zero to three services. Attend community events, engage in public speaking, and conduct outreach to promote awareness of early childhood programs at The Villages. Work with the Development team to create marketing materials, social media campaigns, and outreach strategies that effectively promote services and attract families.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Social Work, or a related field
5 years of experience in early childhood education, family engagement, community outreach, or related fields.
Strong understanding of early childhood development, best practices in early childhood education, family systems, and community resources.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Social Work, or a related field
Experience in training staff and working in community partnership development is highly desirable.
Experience working with underserved populations, including low-income families or children with special needs.
Knowledge of local community resources and a track record of building partnerships in the early childhood field.
Bilingual

Responsibilities

Create and implement professional development workshops, training sessions, and learning opportunities for Villages staff.
Develop Family Training Programs by designing and leading educational workshops for families to enhance their knowledge of child development, parenting skills, and early learning best practices.
Strengthen Family Involvement by creating opportunities for parents and caregivers to actively engage in their children’s learning and development through regular communication, events, and support groups.
Support Family-Centered Services by collaborating with staff to ensure family needs are being met through comprehensive, culturally responsive, and inclusive services.
Collaborate with internal and community partners to promote early childhood services, including workshops, events, and access to additional support.
Develop and execute recruitment strategies to increase enrollment in Foster Care, Family Preservation, and Older Youth programs, highlighting specialized zero to three services.
Attend community events, engage in public speaking, and conduct outreach to promote awareness of early childhood programs at The Villages.
Work with the Development team to create marketing materials, social media campaigns, and outreach strategies that effectively promote services and attract families.