Description
The Colorado Department of Early Childhood (CDEC) is seeking proposals for the implementation of the HealthySteps program, an evidence-based program aimed at improving long-term child and family outcomes through the delivery of high-fidelity, prevention-based pediatric care. The program pairs a developmental specialist with a primary care provider to meet the overall needs of the child and their family. The selected vendor will be responsible for providing partial support for current HealthySteps implementation sites and ensuring the program's fidelity to the evidence-based model. Key aspects of the proposal include:
• Demonstrated understanding of the HealthySteps program and its core components
• Ability to provide enhanced, comprehensive well-child care to children ages 0-3 and their families
• Experience in collecting and analyzing data to inform program improvement
• Commitment to a family-centered, system of care approach
• Ability to work collaboratively with other providers, agencies, and systems
• Strong foundation in child development and ability to provide resources and supports to families
The proposal should include a detailed description of the vendor's approach to implementing the HealthySteps program, including their experience, qualifications, and resources. The vendor should also demonstrate their ability to meet the program's requirements, including the provision of dedicated workspace, supervision, and active engagement with the program's technical assistance calls and annual site visits.