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Western Panhandle – Early Steps Pediatric PT, OT, & SLP

Position Title:
Early Steps Pediatric PT, OT, & SLP
Employer:
Western Panhandle Early Steps
Location:
Pensacola
Position Description:
The Western Panhandle Early Steps is accepting applications for Florida Licensed Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, & Speech Therapy Independent (1099) Providers to serve infants & toddlers birth to three years old in Escambia, Okaloosa, Walton & Santa Rosa Counties. Candidates can choose to serve 1 county or multiple counties. Services are delivered in the child’s natural environment and therapists work as a multidisciplinary team member by collaborating with families/caregivers, Service Coordinators, & other professionals to develop & implement the Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP).
Essential Functions:
Build rapport with families & team members
Participate in curriculum based developmental assessments for eligibility determination
Conduct therapy evaluations & develop Plans of Care
Assist in the development of functional outcomes & goals on the child’s Individualized Family Support Plan (IFSP)
Communicate with families about their child’s development, strengths & needs
Assist families with embedding functional strategies into their daily routines & activities
Monitor & adjust strategies to meet the child & family’s changing needs
Participate in collaborative team meetings & consultation relating to the child’s outcomes, goals, & IFSP
Maintain up-to-date files/charts (written &/or electronic) for the purpose of ensuring alignment with specific program requirements.
Assist other personnel as may be required for the purpose of ensuring an efficient & effective team.
Early Steps credentialing requirements:
Submit Resume & Early Steps Application
Completion of Early Steps Attestation Checklist
Copy of Professional License
Ability to confirm one year post graduation experience with children birth through four years old
Enrollment with Florida Medicaid in provider’s named discipline
National Provider Identifier (NPI) Number
Enrollment with Medicaid for Early Intervention (EI) Medicaid Number
Current Professional Liability Insurance
Documentation of clearance on a Level II FBI background screening within the last five years
Requires Ability to:
Complete Early Steps Attestation Checklist for credentialing & approval
Complete required local Early Steps training requirements
Submit & adhere to Provider Agreement requirements per local, state and federal policy
Pass Level II Background Screening
Apply for Early Intervention Medicaid number
Enroll with & bill Region 1 Managed Care Medicaid Plans
Enroll with & bill Private Insurance Panels
Independently bill the local Early Steps office services provided
Travel between various locations
Work independently as well as a team member
Set up a home office & maintain supplies
Independently manage & maintain caseload & schedule
Appropriately interact & communicate with individuals from various cultural & socio-economic backgrounds
Maintain accuracy & confidentiality with all correspondence & recordsEarly Steps & Early Intervention:
Early Steps is Florida’s Part C Early Intervention system that offers services to eligible infants & toddlers birth to thirty-six months who are at risk for or show developmental delays. Early Intervention is designed to support children & families in their daily routines as this is where children play & learn. Our program strives to support families & caregivers in focusing on the skills they already possess to help their child learn & develop. We recognize that caregiver support & participation is key to providing children consistent opportunities to reach their potential.

Please send a current resume to [email protected]

https://www.earlystepsatsacredheart.org/
Counties Served (all or specify):
  • Escambia
  • Okaloosa
  • Santa Rosa
  • Walton
Contact Name:
Kelly Todd
Contact Email:
[email protected]
Contact Phone:
(850) 407-1481

Western Panhandle – Infant Toddler Developmental Specialist (ITDS)

Position Title:
Infant Toddler Developmental Specialist
Employer:
Western Panhandle Early Steps
Location:
Escambia
Position Description:
The Early Steps program is currently accepting applications for Infant Toddler Developmental Specialists (ITDS) as Independent (1099) Providers to serve infants & toddlers birth to three years old in Escambia, Okaloosa, Walton & Santa Rosa Counties. Candidates can choose to serve 1 county or multiple counties. The ITDS works as an interdisciplinary team member & focuses on the development of children ages birth to three. The ITDS maintains a caseload, providing caregiver coaching, family training & special instruction of developmentally age appropriate activities in the children’s natural environments. The ITDS, in consultation with other early intervention providers on the child & family’s team, assists the family & caregivers in understanding the special needs of the child & enhancing the child’s development.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Build rapport with families & team members; appropriately interact & communicate with individuals from various cultural & socio-economic backgrounds
Participate in eligibility determination
Assist in the development of functional outcomes & goals on the child’s Individualized Family Support Plan (IFSP)
Communicate with families about their child’s development, strengths & needs
Assist families with embedding functional strategies into their daily routines & activities
Monitor & adjust strategies to meet the child & family’s changing needs
Participate in meetings & consultation relating to the child’s outcomes, goals, & IFSP
Maintain up-to-date files/charts (written &/or electronic) for the purpose of ensuring alignment with specific program requirements.
Maintain accuracy & confidentiality with all correspondence & records
Assist other personnel as may be required for the purpose of ensuring an efficient & effective team.
Independently manage & maintain caseload & scheduleTWO PATHWAYS TOWARD QUALIFICATION (State Requirement):
1. In-field degree: Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited College or University & one year of paid experience with children birth through 4 yrs with special needs or developmental delays.
Psychology
Communication Sciences
Early Childhood Education
Early Childhood/Special Education
Child & Family Development
Family Life Specialist
Social Work
An equivalent degree based on a transcript review . In order for the degree to be considered “equivalent”, the applicant: Must have completed a minimum of 18 credit hours (typically six courses) in one of the approved fields of study2. An out-of-field degree & a minimum of 5 years professional paid experience in early intervention, which must be hands-on experience with children from birth through 4 years old with special needs or developmental delays.Please send a current resume to [email protected]

https://www.earlystepsatsacredheart.org/
Requirements:
Requires the ability to:
Complete Early Steps Attestation Checklist for credentialing & approval
Complete required local Early Steps training requirements
Submit & adhere to Provider Agreement requirements per local, state & federal policy
Pass Level II Background Screening
Apply for Early Intervention Medicaid number
Enroll with Region 1 Managed Care Medicaid Plans
Independently bill the local Early Steps office & Medicaid plans for services provided
Travel between various locations
Work independently as well as a team member
Set up a home office & maintain supplies
Independently manage & maintain caseload & schedule
Appropriately interact & communicate with individuals from various cultural & socio-economic backgrounds
Maintain accuracy & confidentiality with all correspondence & records
Counties Served (all or specify):
  • Escambia
  • Okaloosa
  • Santa Rosa
  • Walton
Contact Name:
Kelly Todd
Contact Email:
[email protected]
Contact Phone:
(850) 407-1481

Central Florida – Bilingual Family Resource Specialist (FRS)

 

Position Title:
Bilingual Family Resource Specialist – Pool
Employer:
Orlando Health
Location:
601 W. Michigan Street Orlando, FL 32805
Position Description:
Are you a parent who has participated in the Early Steps/Early Intervention journey with your child? The Developmental Center for Infants and Children is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Bilingual Family Resource Specialist (FRS) to utilize your firsthand knowledge to provide invaluable assistance, support, and education to families with children (ages 0-36 months) of varying abilities in Central Florida.

Key Responsibilities

Event Coordination: Strategize and execute educational and social events aimed at fostering support and connections among families in the Central Florida Early Steps program.

Parent Workshops/Webinars Participation: Engage in Parent Workshops/Webinars, facilitating sessions on essential topics such as Transition from Early Steps to the School System, Individualized Education Plans, and Positive Parenting. Provide a supportive environment for families to share experiences and learn from expert presenters.

Resource Management: Take charge of gathering, organizing, and disseminating essential resources tailored to the needs of families, ensuring accessibility and relevance.

**Bilingual Spanish – Preferred**
Requirements:
Education/Training
• High School (H.S.) diploma or General Education Development (GED) plusExperience
• Two (2) years’ experience working in early childhood development, with families, or related field, to include Six (6) months involvement in the community with knowledge of local resources.
• Must be a parent of a child who received early intervention services or would have been eligible to receive such services, as required by the Florida Department of Health, Children’s Medical Services Infants and Toddler’s Program Plan and Operations Guide (PPOG) funded by the U.S. Department of Education, Part C of the Individuals with disabilities Education Act (IDEA).
• Communication skills that will enable successful participation in training events and public speaking presentations.
Counties Served (all or specify):
  • Orange
  • Osceola
  • Seminole
Contact Name:
Glenda H. Rosa
Contact Email:
[email protected]
Contact Phone:
(321) 460-2293

 

Central Florida – Family Care Coordinator

Position Title:
Family Care Coordinator – Developmental Center for Infants and Children
Employer:
Orlando Health
Location:
601 W. Michigan St.  Orlando, FL 32805
Position Description:
The Family Care Coordinator (FCC) provides intensive family support services to families of infants and young children who have or are at risk of developing disabilities or developmental delays. The FCC provides each family with a comprehensive orientation to early intervention and the Family Support Planning process. The FCC will have a base location however, it will be primarily field based with the ability to travel to family homes in Orlando, Osceola and Seminole County.

About the Developmental Center for Infants and Children:

Every child is different. But one thing they all have in common is the need for support as they grow. This is especially true of kids at risk for developmental delays and disabilities. That is why the Developmental Center and Early Steps model exists as an early intervention program that provides specialized services for children up to the age of three who have developmental delays or special needs in Orange, Osceola and Seminole counties.

Bilingual Spanish or Creole – Preferred

Location
601 W. Michigan St.
Orlando, FL 32805

Schedule
8am-4:30pm (Must be available if family needs a later appointment which by Department of Health Guidelines we must comply)
Requirements:
Education/Training
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major emphasis in early childhood, social work, special education, child development, health education, psychology, and/or interdisciplinary sociology. Bachelor degree in another area, to be considered for this position, must have additional experience (see below).
Must complete service coordination apprenticeship and enroll as a service coordinator with the Children Medical Services Early Steps State Office and with Medicaid Targeted Case Management and within 90 days of hire.Licensure/Certification
Valid Florida driver’s license with no more than six (6) points, at least 21 years of age, and must be insurable under the Orlando Health insurance carrier’s requirements and standards.Experience
One (1) year of experience working with young children (0 to 3 years of age) and early intervention is required.
If bachelor’s degree in another area of study than what is listed above – must have three years’ experience working with young children and early intervention.Responsibilities
Establishes rapport and a continuous relationship with each family during the child’s first 3 years of life, providing support and advocacy as the family works on their Individualized Family Support Plan (IFSP).
Regularly meets with families in person, by phone or via telehealth platforms to orient them to the Early Steps program, provide screening assessments, schedule service provision, update the child’s IFSP and provide information and referrals.
Based upon the wishes of the family and in collaboration with them, other Developmental Center team members and involved agencies, works to meet family needs, such as the need for therapies, special equipment, counseling, information on parenting or prematurity, or assistance in locating other community resources.
Acts as a liaison between the family and multiple agencies, and helps families make informed choices about services for themselves and their children with special needs.
Ensures all activities are appropriately documented in case files, required data is gathered, and billing procedures are completed to support Targeted Case Management as required by the Florida Department of Health Early Steps State Office (ESSO) and Medicaid Program Guidelines.
Maintains confidentiality of data and information in compliance with HIPAA regulations and Orlando Health policies.
Performs intake coordination services as needed. Receives and processes all incoming referral phone calls, faxes and emails.
Describes program services and eligibility requirements to caregivers and referral sources. Gathers all pertinent information from caregivers to complete intake paperwork. Knowledgeable of all referral criteria, eligibility codes and insurance requirements.
Provides guidance to caregivers and create case files.
Research child’s information in the program database for prior program involvement. Research child’s information in the Medicaid system to check on and verify Medicaid status and coverage, and completes and tracks appropriate correspondence. Creates child’s electronic and paper record within 24 hours.
Schedules and participates in multi-disciplinary team evaluations of children to determine eligibility for the Early Steps program.
Schedules and participates in transition meetings with local schools when children turn three years old.
Serves as the primary point of contact for caregivers of children for the duration of time they are in the Early Steps program, which may be up to 36 months.
Reviews each child’s IFSP every six months to assess progress in achieving goals and provide feedback to caregivers.
Schedules and participates in annual IFSP updates for each child on their caseload.
Supports and encourages parents/caregivers to become active participants in their child’s IFSP and development.
Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADAAA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.Other Related Functions
Keeps abreast of relevant community services. Attends interagency meetings, in-services training programs and team meetings.
Collaborates with other Developmental Center staff serving the same families to ensure coordinated care.
Participates with the team in program planning and development; defining and implementing departmental objectives, procedures and policies; and ensuring the continuous improvement of services.
Collaborates with the team to ensure the integrity and organization of the documentation and process chart filing/electronic systems.
Coaches families in a manner that encourages them to take an active role in supporting their child’s development and responds to the needs and priorities they have established.
Respects clients’ right to have personal and confidential matters dealt with in a dignified manner; and esteems their ethnic and cultural distinctiveness.
Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned caseload. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of young children’s growth and development and to provide the care needed as described in the department’s policy and procedures.
Maintains electronic FCC rotation schedules through communication from the assistant manager and ensuring appropriate distribution of cases amongst the FCCs.
Maintains detailed tracking system of attempts to contact caregivers or referral sources as required by the contract with the Florida Department of Health.
Demonstrates an open, honest, caring and committed communication style.
Practices efficient use of appropriate supplies and equipment.
Counties Served (all or specify):
  • Orange
  • Osceola
  • Seminole
Contact Name:
Glenda Rosa
Contact Email:
[email protected]
Contact Phone:
(321) 843-7086

Southernmost Coast – Infant Toddler Developmental Specialist (ITDS)

Position Title:
Infant Toddler Developmental Specialist
Employer:
Easterseals
Location:
Southernmost Coast – South Miami
Salary:
TBD-Based on experience
Position Description:
1. Complete assessments/evaluations of the child’s health and developmental status and of the family’s educational and support needs.
2. Include the family/caregiver in all aspects of service design and delivery.
3. Use mediated learning strategies to support the care giver/child interactions.
4. Consult with other members of the multidisciplinary team to assure cohesive and consistent goals based on the developmental needs and capabilities of each child.
5. Comply with documentation requirements outlined in the Department of Health (DOH) Children’s Medical Services Early Steps Policies and Procedures, the Medicaid Early Intervention Handbook, and Easter Seals Florida Policies and Procedures.
6. Complete all evaluation reports and paperwork in a timely manner.
7. Follow all safety procedures as required by organization policy and procedure.
8. Maintain an effective and professional working relationship with families, co-workers, and referral sources.
9. Report all incidents and accidents immediately.
10. Report any suspicion of abuse, neglect and/or exploitation of clients pursuant to Chapter 415, F.S.
11. Attendance and punctuality are essential duties due to direct client services.12. Driving is an essential function of this position.
12. Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE : Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in early childhood special education, early childhood development, or a related field; or licensed as a Registered Nurse, Occupational Therapist, Physical Therapist, or Speech Language Pathologist; and a minimum of one year direct hands on work experience with young children and their families.

State of Florida Infant Toddler Developmental Specialist Certification (or eligible upon hire)

Medicaid Provider, or eligible on hire

Meet Easter Seals Florida Approved Driver Requirements
Counties Served (all or specify):
  • Miami-Dade
  • Monroe
Contact Name:
Jana Khoury
Contact Email:
[email protected]
Contact Phone:
(305) 929-8705
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