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Oregon Department of Human Services · 11 hours ago

Foster Care Licensing Specialist (Client Care Surveyor – 6 Openings)

Salem, OR

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

$5,575/mo - $8,550/mo

3+ years exp

The Oregon Department of Human Services is dedicated to protecting the safety and health of individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities in Oregon. The Foster Care Licensing Specialist will inspect, evaluate, and monitor the quality of care in foster homes, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations.

AssociationGovernmentNon Profit

No H1B

Responsibilities

Work with a team, either as a team member or a team leader

Work collaboratively within a team and independently

Conduct on-site reviews of programs to monitor and ensure compliance

Conduct inspections resulting from complaints received from local offices, consumers, families, or citizens to ensure the health and safety of individuals with developmental disabilities and continuing compliance

Write reports and keeping records in databases such as ASPEN

Determine when plans of improvement need to be developed and submitted by the service provider

Qualification

RegulationsCritical thinkingVerbal communicationWritten communicationOrganizational skillsTime managementTeam collaborationRegulatory complianceAttention to detailAdaptability

Required

A valid driver's license and acceptable driving record is required for this position

Three years of experience in areas related to nursing, social work, counseling, occupational therapy, speech therapy, physical therapy, developmental disabilities, dietetics/nutrition, or sanitation

A Bachelor's degree in a health or human services field or a license as a Registered Nurse

Attention to detail for following verbal and written directions, creating grammatically correct and legally appropriate documentation, etc

Experience reading, interpreting, and applying Federal and State laws, rules, regulations, policies, and/or procedures

Experience communicating clearly and cross culturally in writing, directly, or virtually including demonstrated technical writing skills and experience adjusting/adapting your communication style based on the audience's communication style/needs and the information being shared

Experience working with regulatory compliance including having the responsibility for licensing compliance and/or conducting investigations

Experience working independently and as a member of a team

Experience using critical thinking skills to perform job duties

Experience using organizational and time management skills to manage your workload and coordinate with others