Early Childhood Services Case Manager

The Arc Jefferson St Lawrence•Watertown, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Will serve as the Case Manager for students with an IEP or IFSP. This is a 12-month position. The role operates out of the Bright Beginnings Early Learning Center and may require lifting of children, playing with students on the floor or outside. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a health or human services field preferred. A reasonable combination of education and practical work experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the essential functions of the position will be considered.
Valid New York State Driver’s License.
Must have excellent writing skills, be an excellent communicator and have a working knowledge of computer programs including but not limited to Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
Authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Ethical Conduct
Organization Skills
Detail Oriented
Confidentiality
Time Management
Personal Effectiveness/Credibility
Energetic

Responsibilities

Act as a liaison between educators, schools, families, doctor’s offices, clinicians etc.
Responsible for administrative duties/clerical support as assigned.
Work in coordination with the EI Director and SPED Coordinator to ensure that all on-going case management is completed as required.
Accept, disseminate and track evaluations for EI and Preschool programs.
Manage Initial or Reassessment/Supplemental evaluations for EI/CPSE from start to submission.
Manage and assist in Annual Review and Enrollment protocols.
Coordinate EI 6-month IFSP Reviews.
Responsible to send, track and receive prescriptions in a timely manner.
Collaborate with the Children’s Services Administrative team to ensure Special Education Students have all required documentation at all times to ensure there is no lapse in service.
Complete multiple systematic tasks in IEP Direct/Cleartrack, iCentral, EI Hub and CPSE Portal etc.
Manage telephone communications on how to refer children for services through EI or Pre-K.