ESIT Manager

ESIT Manager

The Manager of Early Support for Infants and Toddlers (ESIT) and Healthy Start supports the development, implementation, and day-to-day operations of a high-quality birth-to-three ESIT program. This role is responsible for supervising staff, ensuring service quality and compliance, and supporting program growth in partnership with internal teams and community providers. The Manager works closely with leadership to ensure services are accessible, effective, and aligned with best practices and contract requirements.

Essential functions include supporting the implementation and ongoing operations of the ESIT program in alignment with federal, state, and county regulations, contracts, and best practices; supervising, coaching, and supporting ESIT staff to ensure high-quality, consistent service delivery; monitoring staff productivity, documentation, and timelines to ensure compliance and performance expectations are met; reviewing program data and outcomes regularly to support continuous quality improvement; assisting in managing program budgets, including monitoring expenses and supporting revenue goals; supporting billing processes by ensuring caseload expectations, service delivery timelines, and documentation standards are met; providing direct service support as needed, including assessments, Family Resource Coordination, and maintaining a small caseload; ensuring adherence to Akin's values in daily operations and team interactions; maintaining compliance with ESIT (Part C) regulations and third-party payer requirements; building and maintaining knowledge of community resources to support appropriate referrals and family needs; supporting outreach and relationship-building efforts to increase referrals and program visibility; participating in internal and external audits and supporting implementation of corrective actions as needed; following all Akin policies and procedures; and performing other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities include working knowledge of Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health principles; commitment to family-centered, inclusive, strengths-based, and interdisciplinary ESIT practices; experience supervising or supporting ESIT staff and contributing to team development; understanding of ESIT funding streams, billing practices, and service requirements; ability to track and interpret basic program data, productivity metrics, and financial indicators; strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills; ability to support and guide staff in documentation, compliance, and service delivery expectations; experience using electronic medical records systems; ability to work effectively with diverse teams and families, incorporating inclusive and equitable practices into daily work; and demonstrated ability to build relationships with internal teams and community partners.

The working environment includes moderate noise, typical office lighting and temperatures, moderate interruptions, ability to work in a confined area, ability to sit at a computer for an extended period, and moderate travel is needed to perform the essential functions of the job.

Physical demands include standing, sitting, talking, hearing, and using hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard; occasionally reaching, stooping, and kneeling; specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision due to computer work; and regular, predictable attendance is required.

Minimum qualifications include a master's degree in a related clinical/service field, licensed Speech Therapist, Occupational Therapist, or Special Educator with experience providing ESIT services, 3+ years of experience leading/managing a growing, evidence-based, cohesive early intervention team, experience in ESIT billing and funding streams, a valid driver's license and a favorable driving record, with no more than three violations within the past three years.

Preferred qualifications include bilingual in English/Spanish highly desired.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive pay, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The target starting pay for this position is $86,382.40 - $103,646, typically within the first half of the range. Actual offers will be based on individual qualifications relevant to the role and will not take an applicant's pay history into account. The range above allows our employees room for growth during their tenure in the position.

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