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$46.56-$58.20 HR/DOE Join our Team! We offer an excellent benefits package! 3 Weeks vacation, 12 days of sick leave, 13 Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, LTD, AD&D, Pension, 403B, Catastrophic & Accident Ins. The Children’s Program Licensing Supervisor is responsible for overseeing all elements of the licensing department within Children’s Programs at the Tacoma and Vancouver sites. This includes, but is not limited to, the safe placement of children in licensed foster homes on behalf of the organization per agency guidelines. Additionally, the Licensing Supervisor is responsible for providing oversight, leadership, and supervision for the recruitment, training, licensing, and monitoring of foster homes. This person will be responsible for collecting and maintaining all necessary reports and data and completing routine file reviews and audits. The Licensing Supervisor will represent CCS in the community in many ways and is expected to act professionally while doing so. The Licensing Supervisor is an integral part of the collaborative team environment of Children’s Programs. Responsibilities
Oversight of IFC Licensors The Licensing Supervisor is the primary risk manager concerning foster homes and placements. Monitor all foster home placements to assure appropriateness of placements, home availability, and capacity. Ensure compliance with foster care policies and procedures and applicable regulations in International Foster Care (IFC) and Community Based Foster Care. Assist with monthly and quarterly data reports around contracts concerning capacity and recruitment. Promote system wide perspective and consistent practices. Provide leadership and assist licensors to achieve solutions when problems arise. Provide training per CCS policies, contracts, WAC’s, RCW’s. Request and review all foster care related incident reports and Corrective Action Plans (CAP’s) to include written responses to LD. Facilitate weekly Licensing Staff meetings. Provide individual consultation and mentoring to each program licensor. Complete performance reviews annually. Set performance measures for licensing that are attainable and consistent with overall program goals. Attend community meetings relating to foster care, LD, DCYF, or any population served. Attend and help facilitate monthly Foster Care Placement Committee meetings with licensing staff. Carry a reduced case load of foster homes from each program. Oversight and Coordination of Foster Parent and Staff Training (Pertaining to Licensing and Placement of Foster Children). Ascertain training needs of foster parents and ensure contractual mandates. Track foster parent training hours per contractual requirements. Network with professionals in the community for the purposes of enlisting community-based trainers. Train new licensors on Caregiver Core Training and other aspects of the licensing process. In conjunction with staff/other licensors, develop curricula for agency-based foster parent and staff training, schedule, coordinate and facilitate (teach) training. Risk and Liability At the direction of administration, conduct internal licensing investigations. Interview foster parents, staff and any pertinent collateral contact persons. Request and review incident reports. Initiate and complete Corrective Action Plans (CAP’s) that may result in closing a foster home. Conduct quarterly case file reviews for licensed foster homes ensuring that each file is reviewed at least one time during the calendar year. Interagency troubleshooting, crisis intervention/consultation with foster parents, staff, LD and DCYF staff. Operationalize agency policies of continuous quality assurance process with staff and foster parents to minimize potential risk to agency’s CPA license. Confer with Administrative Leadership Team, when necessary, to determine action steps to minimize liability within foster homes. Serve on the Southwest Quality Improvement Team, which includes tracking program outcomes and quality improvement plans. Work with Licensing Division (LD) and our Regional Licensor regarding quality assurance and best practice issues and CPS complaints, referrals, and resolutions. Maintain availability to foster parents, staff, and administration for continual review of risk and liability issues, 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. Program Development and Implementation Ensure that the EHR database is maintained, review reports and analyze data to ensure that data entry is timely and accurate. Participate in the creation and distribution of all forms as applicable to the licensing of foster Homes (ongoing). Continuously examine current processes around home studies and recruitment, adjusting for ways to improve workflow, outreach and increase the number of licensed homes. Maintain updates and amendments to the Procedures Manual pursuant to Federal and State regulations, WAC’s, RCW’s contract requirements and agency guidelines. Work collaboratively with IFC Program Managers to help provide coordinated services and support to licensed foster homes. Work to grow the Vancouver site by working on location in person as needed/periodically. Recruitment of Foster Homes Develop an effective community outreach plan for obtaining prospective new Foster Homes. Work with URM Program Director around the recruitment and retention budget. Coordinate the placement of ads in newspapers, social media, and other approved venues. Continue to grow our virtual outreach efforts. Conduct phone screenings and personal interviews of possible foster parents. Send out packet of information to foster care parents. Ensure completed background clearances are obtained from prospective Foster Parents and forwarded to appropriate personnel. Other related recruitment duties as assigned. Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Master's degree in social work, Social Sciences or related field with two years’ experience in child welfare or a BA in Social work or related field plus 10 years working in the foster care system with direct work with foster families and with increasing levels of responsibility. Two years’ supervisory experience. Two years’ experience in services related to foster care, working with multiple child-service systems and children/families with complex needs. Must be able to communicate clearly in both oral and written manner. Demonstrated capacity to assess appropriate placements for children within the context of risk minimization. Must have personal insured transportation with a valid Washington State Driver’s License. Must have reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, auto registration and automobile insurance. Must have an acceptable driving record per CCS’ driving policy (required to provide current driving abstract). First/Aid CPR certified or the ability to become certified within the 1 month of employment. Proof of negative TB test within past 12 months or ability or test within first six months of employment. Applicant must successfully pass required background checks prior to an offer of employment. Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team. Support and uphold the mission, beliefs and values of Catholic Community Services and Catholic Housing Services. Demonstrates the necessary attitudes, knowledge, and skills to deliver culturally competent services and work effectively in multi-cultural situations. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience and training in teaching and/or public speaking. Demonstrated ability to prioritize and complete tasks while balancing multiple crises. Demonstrated professional judgment and bureaucratic sensitivity. Knowledge of the Indian Child Welfare Act, Mental Health WAC’s, Child Placement Agency WAC’s, Minimum Licensing Requirements, and Individualized and Tailored Care. The ability to exercise clear diplomacy and support of foster parents and staff at all times. Note to Internal Candidates:
HR reviews internal compensation and determines increase based on their experience and also agency internal equity factors. Catholic Community Services and Catholic Housing Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please let us know if you need special accommodations to apply or interview for this position.
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$46.56-$58.20 HR/DOE Join our Team! We offer an excellent benefits package! 3 Weeks vacation, 12 days of sick leave, 13 Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, LTD, AD&D, Pension, 403B, Catastrophic & Accident Ins. The Children’s Program Licensing Supervisor is responsible for overseeing all elements of the licensing department within Children’s Programs at the Tacoma and Vancouver sites. This includes, but is not limited to, the safe placement of children in licensed foster homes on behalf of the organization per agency guidelines. Additionally, the Licensing Supervisor is responsible for providing oversight, leadership, and supervision for the recruitment, training, licensing, and monitoring of foster homes. This person will be responsible for collecting and maintaining all necessary reports and data and completing routine file reviews and audits. The Licensing Supervisor will represent CCS in the community in many ways and is expected to act professionally while doing so. The Licensing Supervisor is an integral part of the collaborative team environment of Children’s Programs. Responsibilities
Oversight of IFC Licensors The Licensing Supervisor is the primary risk manager concerning foster homes and placements. Monitor all foster home placements to assure appropriateness of placements, home availability, and capacity. Ensure compliance with foster care policies and procedures and applicable regulations in International Foster Care (IFC) and Community Based Foster Care. Assist with monthly and quarterly data reports around contracts concerning capacity and recruitment. Promote system wide perspective and consistent practices. Provide leadership and assist licensors to achieve solutions when problems arise. Provide training per CCS policies, contracts, WAC’s, RCW’s. Request and review all foster care related incident reports and Corrective Action Plans (CAP’s) to include written responses to LD. Facilitate weekly Licensing Staff meetings. Provide individual consultation and mentoring to each program licensor. Complete performance reviews annually. Set performance measures for licensing that are attainable and consistent with overall program goals. Attend community meetings relating to foster care, LD, DCYF, or any population served. Attend and help facilitate monthly Foster Care Placement Committee meetings with licensing staff. Carry a reduced case load of foster homes from each program. Oversight and Coordination of Foster Parent and Staff Training (Pertaining to Licensing and Placement of Foster Children). Ascertain training needs of foster parents and ensure contractual mandates. Track foster parent training hours per contractual requirements. Network with professionals in the community for the purposes of enlisting community-based trainers. Train new licensors on Caregiver Core Training and other aspects of the licensing process. In conjunction with staff/other licensors, develop curricula for agency-based foster parent and staff training, schedule, coordinate and facilitate (teach) training. Risk and Liability At the direction of administration, conduct internal licensing investigations. Interview foster parents, staff and any pertinent collateral contact persons. Request and review incident reports. Initiate and complete Corrective Action Plans (CAP’s) that may result in closing a foster home. Conduct quarterly case file reviews for licensed foster homes ensuring that each file is reviewed at least one time during the calendar year. Interagency troubleshooting, crisis intervention/consultation with foster parents, staff, LD and DCYF staff. Operationalize agency policies of continuous quality assurance process with staff and foster parents to minimize potential risk to agency’s CPA license. Confer with Administrative Leadership Team, when necessary, to determine action steps to minimize liability within foster homes. Serve on the Southwest Quality Improvement Team, which includes tracking program outcomes and quality improvement plans. Work with Licensing Division (LD) and our Regional Licensor regarding quality assurance and best practice issues and CPS complaints, referrals, and resolutions. Maintain availability to foster parents, staff, and administration for continual review of risk and liability issues, 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. Program Development and Implementation Ensure that the EHR database is maintained, review reports and analyze data to ensure that data entry is timely and accurate. Participate in the creation and distribution of all forms as applicable to the licensing of foster Homes (ongoing). Continuously examine current processes around home studies and recruitment, adjusting for ways to improve workflow, outreach and increase the number of licensed homes. Maintain updates and amendments to the Procedures Manual pursuant to Federal and State regulations, WAC’s, RCW’s contract requirements and agency guidelines. Work collaboratively with IFC Program Managers to help provide coordinated services and support to licensed foster homes. Work to grow the Vancouver site by working on location in person as needed/periodically. Recruitment of Foster Homes Develop an effective community outreach plan for obtaining prospective new Foster Homes. Work with URM Program Director around the recruitment and retention budget. Coordinate the placement of ads in newspapers, social media, and other approved venues. Continue to grow our virtual outreach efforts. Conduct phone screenings and personal interviews of possible foster parents. Send out packet of information to foster care parents. Ensure completed background clearances are obtained from prospective Foster Parents and forwarded to appropriate personnel. Other related recruitment duties as assigned. Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Master's degree in social work, Social Sciences or related field with two years’ experience in child welfare or a BA in Social work or related field plus 10 years working in the foster care system with direct work with foster families and with increasing levels of responsibility. Two years’ supervisory experience. Two years’ experience in services related to foster care, working with multiple child-service systems and children/families with complex needs. Must be able to communicate clearly in both oral and written manner. Demonstrated capacity to assess appropriate placements for children within the context of risk minimization. Must have personal insured transportation with a valid Washington State Driver’s License. Must have reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, auto registration and automobile insurance. Must have an acceptable driving record per CCS’ driving policy (required to provide current driving abstract). First/Aid CPR certified or the ability to become certified within the 1 month of employment. Proof of negative TB test within past 12 months or ability or test within first six months of employment. Applicant must successfully pass required background checks prior to an offer of employment. Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team. Support and uphold the mission, beliefs and values of Catholic Community Services and Catholic Housing Services. Demonstrates the necessary attitudes, knowledge, and skills to deliver culturally competent services and work effectively in multi-cultural situations. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience and training in teaching and/or public speaking. Demonstrated ability to prioritize and complete tasks while balancing multiple crises. Demonstrated professional judgment and bureaucratic sensitivity. Knowledge of the Indian Child Welfare Act, Mental Health WAC’s, Child Placement Agency WAC’s, Minimum Licensing Requirements, and Individualized and Tailored Care. The ability to exercise clear diplomacy and support of foster parents and staff at all times. Note to Internal Candidates:
HR reviews internal compensation and determines increase based on their experience and also agency internal equity factors. Catholic Community Services and Catholic Housing Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please let us know if you need special accommodations to apply or interview for this position.
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