Early Childhood Case Manager (87315)

THE RESOURCE EXCHANGE•Colorado Springs, CO

1d•$22 - $23•Hybrid

About The Position

The Resource Exchange (TRE) is seeking an Early Childhood Case Manager to join their team. TRE is recognized as one of Colorado's Best Workplaces for five consecutive years, focusing on empowering individuals and creating inclusive communities. This role involves advocating for and empowering people of all ages and abilities, strengthening families, and promoting inclusion. The position is part of a dedicated team working across El Paso, Pueblo, Teller, and Park counties.

Requirements

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong advocacy skills.
Good collaboration and teaming skills.
Familiarity with the Colorado Springs community.
Ability to speak and write clearly and effectively.
Ability to convey information to others in understandable and precise terms.
Ability to participate effectively in decision-making processes.
Experience using Microsoft Word and good typing skills.
Excellent organization skills and follow-through.
Frequent driving to community locations.
A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; OR a two-year degree plus two years of experience working with families and children with disabilities; OR five years’ experience working with families and children with disabilities (experience must be specifically documented and verifiable on your application).
A working vehicle, valid CO driver’s license (unless active Military family), and minimum insurance levels ($100,000/$300,000/$100,000 liability coverage) are required.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of Medicaid Waiver programs and requirements.
Experience working with persons with disabilities.
Knowledge of and experience working with community resources and resource development.

Responsibilities

Facilitate the entire Early Intervention Process for eligible children from initial referral through transition.
Describe the Early Intervention Program to families in an understandable and family-friendly way.
Educate families on their rights under Part C of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act and ensure these rights are protected.
Ensure all timelines are met in accordance with state and federal regulations, including Prior written notice, informed parental consent, Native language, Access to records, Confidentiality, Dispute resolution, 45-day timeline, 28-day timeline, 6-month and annual review dates, Funding, and Transition timelines.
Maintain complete and accurate child records for 55-65 children, ensuring state and agency databases are accurate and up-to-date.
Coordinate evaluations, collaborate with evaluation team members, and document evaluation results.
Collect in-depth information about parent concerns, health history, and family activities to write a meaningful plan that includes routines-based child and family outcomes.
Ensure families understand the models of service provision (Primary Provider and Coaching models) and support team members in using these models.
Collaborate with team members to ensure family priorities are met and the child has the best possible outcome.
Keep the Individualized Family Service Plan accurate and up-to-date.
Utilize family-centered practices to build relationships, contact families regularly, and provide information about resources.
Coordinate and communicate with community partners to ensure families access available resources and build a network of support.
Prepare families for transition out of the Early Intervention Program within required timelines.
Utilize clear, effective, and professional communication at all times.
Demonstrate flexibility and resiliency in response to change.
Participate in professional development opportunities such as committees, workshops, conferences, and journal readings.
Act as a transdisciplinary team facilitator and support professional role release and role expansion.
Translate program forms for leads, as needed.
Occasionally answer incoming phone calls if no one else is available.
Drive to community locations as related to the job.