Job Title
Senior Case Manager- Early Intervention Services
Department
Health
Division/Work Unit
Children with Special Needs
Bargaining Unit
CSEA
Salary
Job Group 09
Starting salary for external candidates: $55,590. (Non-Negotiable)
Employment Type
Full-Time
Appointment Type
Permanent
Shift
Monday through Friday 08:00AM – 04:00PM
Location
95 Franklin St. Buffalo, NY 14202 – 8TH Floor
Distinguishing Features of the Class
The work involves responsibility for providing assessments of needs for services to eligible children ages zero-three and their families in the Early Intervention Program (EIP), and rendering assistance to them via caseload management and by referral to others parts of the service delivery system, when appropriate. This class differs from Case Manager by virtue of more responsibility and the nature of the work performed regarding fiscal issues and the increased supervisory responsibilities. This position will not only monitor a caseload, but will also monitor the service delivery system identifying gaps and recommending needed changes to close these gaps. Included in the supervising function will be staff development and an active role in making the public and community agencies aware of the needs and concerns of the eligible children and their families in the EIP. Work is performed under the direct supervision of the Assistant Director and Director of EI/Pre-K. Supervision is exercised over Case Managers. Does related work as required.
Typical Work Activities
- Attends six-month annual review for EI children as the Early Intervention Office Designee (EIO/D) to determine the appropriate level of service and necessity of all services approved;
- Interviews families to determine appropriate level of care;
- Prepares and implements services to meet specific needs;
- May recommend individuals to outside private or public agencies and coordinates and monitors progress of individuals referred;
- Supervises and assists staff on an individual or group basis, in formulating plans and services;
Minimum Qualifications
A) Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered four (4) year college or university with a Bachelorís Degree in Social Work, Human Services, Child Care, Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Child Development or Nursing, and two (2) years of experience working with developmentally delayed infants, toddlers, or youths providing social, medical, health, or other therapeutic services in an established agency or rehabilitative clinic, which included at least six (6) months of supervisory experience; or:
B) Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered two (2) year college or university with an Associateís degree and two (2) years experience working with developmentally delayed infants, toddlers, or youths providing social, medical, health, or other therapeutic services in an established agency or rehabilitative clinic, which included at least one (1) year of supervisory experience; or:
C) An equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of (A) and (B).
Special Requirements
1) Eligibility for New York State driverís license required at time of application. Possession of the license at time of appointment. Since these positions require substantial travel, candidates must demonstrate their ability to meet the transportation needs of the job in carrying out their responsibility in any location to which travel is required, including some locations not accessible by public transportation.
2) Section 424-a of the Social Services Law requires the local social services district to inquire whether the applicant is the subject of an indicated child abuse or maltreatment report on file with the State Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment.
All potential employees for this position will be requested to sign the necessary clearance form prior to being advised that they will be hired. Refusal to sign will be cause for an automatic non-selection.
NOTE: Verifiable part-time and/or volunteer experience will be pro-rated toward meeting full time experience requirements.
Criminal Background Check
In accordance with New York State law, a criminal background check may be conducted after a conditional offer of employment has been made. A prior conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment, unless required by law or directly related to the duties of the position. Certain positions may be subject to additional background screening based on statutory or regulatory requirements.
Remote Work Eligibility
This position may be eligible for one remote work day per week, subject to departmental needs and supervisory approval, after successful completion of the probationary period. Participation in remote work is not guaranteed and may be modified or revoked at any time.
Diversity Statement
Erie County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
Visa Sponsorship
Erie County does not sponsor employment-based visa status for any position. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment, without the need for current or future visa sponsorship.
Candidates applying to this position should have taken the Senior Case Manager- Early Intervention Services (EIS) exam# 70001400 given on March 1, 2025.
This Notice Will be posted for the period: Through and Including
August 20, 2025 - September 03, 2025
PLEASE REPLY IN WRITING (RESUME/TRANSCRIPT) TO: Tia Johnson, 95 FRANKLIN ST. ROOM 604, BUFFALO NY 14202 OR EMAIL TIA.JOHNSON@ERIE.GOV