State of Florida · 2 days ago
LICENSING SPECIALIST - CHILD CARE - 60074340
Orlando, FL
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$36K/yr - $36K/yrThe State of Florida is seeking a Licensing Specialist in Child Care who will specialize in counseling, casework, and administrative activities related to child care licensing. The role involves inspecting and licensing various child care facilities, ensuring compliance with state regulations, and providing technical assistance to child care providers.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
This is a professional position specializing in counseling, casework, and administrative activities in Child Care Licensing, responsible for inspecting and licensing Family Day Care Homes, Large Family Child Care Homes and Child Care Facilities within established time frames
Conducts inspections for child care homes and facilities to monitor compliance with Florida Statutes and Florida Administrative Code licensing standards. Maintains tracking system to ensure inspection timeframes are met and the correct number of inspections are completed annually
Processes initial and renewal applications, including background screening clearances and training as required by statute, determines eligibility and makes recommendations for licensure to supervisor/regional program manager
Investigates complaints on licensed providers and illegal child care operations. Prepares reports and initiates administrative action as required by statute and/or administrative code
Inputs and updates provider database, CARES2, on a regular basis. Archives inspections timely and monitors accuracy of data
Develops professionally by acquiring a proficient working knowledge of the applicable statutes, rules, regulations, policies, procedures and community resources which provide the framework for the child care regulation program
Provides technical assistance and support to child care providers to promote sustained compliance with licensing standards and ensures corrective action requirements are met
Attains a high proficiency/skill level as demonstrated through the competent utilization of the program's hardware, software, system applications and web pages
Manages the progressive discipline and administrative action processes, which includes providing timely administrative complaint notifications to providers, keeping the information system current throughout the administrative action process and closing out each action timely and accurately
Responds to telephone and email inquiries and walk-in requests from the public, parents, other agencies and providers and provides accurate information on child care programs. Consults with stakeholders and other clients regarding child care regulation
Responds positively and timely to special assignments and performs other related duties as assigned by the supervisor
Qualification
Required
Must maintain valid and unrestricted driver's license and daily access to personal vehicle
Must pass fingerprint and background screening
Knowledge of theories and practice in child protection and family support
Knowledge of professional ethics relating to child protection and counseling
Knowledge of family-centered interviewing and counseling techniques
Skill in considering child development in guiding placement of children
Skill in employing family-centered practice
Skill in organizing community resources to assist families
Ability to recognize indicators of abuse and neglect
Ability to conduct risk and safety investigations
Ability to complete assessments and develop plans with children and families
Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments
Ability to actively listen to others
Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to maintain well-executed case files
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with children, family members, co-workers and community partners
Ability to use computer systems
Ability to review compliance of foster care providers' licensed capacity
Ability to interact appropriately with families, community resources, service providers and other department professionals
Ability to track data for maximization of Federal funds earned by the state
Benefits
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735).
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.
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