Early Childhood Specialist - COMCARE

Sedgwick County•Wichita, KS

About The Position

The Early Childhood Specialist provides goal-directed, patient-centered services and interventions to early childhood patients aged 3–6 who have been diagnosed with a Serious Emotional Disturbance. Services teach social and emotional regulation skills in an early childhood classroom at COMCARE Children’s and in the community, helping children improve their quality of life and ability to function in daycares, schools, at home, and throughout the community. Timely computer documentation of all services is required. The role provides case management, treatment planning, and documentation in accordance with COMCARE and CCBHC requirements. The position works Monday through Friday on a varied schedule between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m., for 40 hours per week.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent qualification through work experience or a combination of human services work experience and education; one year of experience may substitute for one year of education.
Valid, unrestricted U.S. driver’s license and current proof of automobile insurance.
Access to a personal passenger vehicle for driving duties.
Meet the specifications outlined in CMHC/CCBHC licensing standards.
Pass KBI, DCF child abuse check, adult abuse registry, and motor vehicle screens.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience in a related field.

Responsibilities

Provide case management using identified and accepted methods to remediate symptoms of mental illness and/or improve emotional and functional well-being.
Conduct risk assessments as needed to address patient safety.
Use a personal passenger vehicle to transport patients to medical appointments and therapeutic goal-related activities, including activities related to community resources, employment or education access, social or consumer-run activities, and related supports.
Prepare treatment plans, including patient and family participation when needed.
Collaborate with the Treatment Plan coordinator or other treatment team members to review and update goals and assess progress.
Complete timely progress notes that meet COMCARE and CCBHC requirements for medical necessity, goal-directed treatment, and patient response to treatment.
Complete Notes for Record, Precautions statements, and authorizations for release of records as required or recommended.
Enter no-shows and cancellations accurately and completely in the medical record.
Complete orientations provided by Sedgwick County and COMCARE.