Licensing Specialist - Social Services Specialist IV.
State of Colorado, Denver, CO, United States
Department Information
Division of Child Welfare: Provider Services Unit
The position is located in the Division of Child Welfare, Provider Services Unit. The Division is responsible for implementation of child welfare services in Colorado and supervises county departments of human/social services in the administration of Child Welfare programs, as well as privately operated 24‑hour child care facilities. The Provider Services Unit exists to license, manage, supervise, and provide statewide oversight for privately operated 24‑hour childcare facilities and agencies, including Residential Child Care Facilities, Secure Residential Treatment Centers, Qualified Residential Treatment Programs (QRTPs), Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facilities (PRTFs), Homeless Youth Shelters, Specialized Group Homes and Centers, Child Placement Agencies, Adoption Agencies, Respite Child Care Centers (RCCC), and Day Treatment Facilities across the State of Colorado. The goals of the unit are to ensure the health, safety and well‑being of the youth served in those facilities. The work unit is responsible for comprehensive integrated (Interagency) licensing and monitoring of the 24‑hour child care facilities and to audit and investigate reports/allegations involving licensing violations, facility or agency culpability, and to ensure the safety of children in out‑of‑home placements using Volume 7 rules and regulations, the Licensing Act, and all other applicable rules and statutes.
Description of Job This position is deemed 100% Remote Work.
About This Position —This position has been delegated staff authority for licensing oversight of 24‑hour child care facilities across the state of Colorado by Division management. It consults with agency management to influence decisions concerning essential, wide‑ranging, critical program or policy direction to ensure facility practice is in compliance with regulatory agency’s standards. It implements the Division’s audit process to include sample reviews, technical assistance and training, issuing reports of inspection, issuing fines, authorizing licensure, and recommending adverse action against a facility or agency. It determines whether the 24‑hour child care facilities are operating in compliance with applicable internal guidelines, rules, policies, regulations, and standards. It identifies and recommends opportunities for improving standards of practice for programs to meet operational expectations. It is responsible for researching adoption practices, such as implementation and fidelity to the Structured Analysis Family Evaluation (SAFE) standards and implementing national standards and safety as they relate to foster care settings overseen by licensed Child Placement Agencies as well as private domestic and inter‑country adoption settings. It provides support to the other Licensing Specialists with regard to private adoption services provided within the Unit’s licensed facilities and agencies. It ensures that youth are receiving safe and adequate care and treatment by evaluating the physical plant, treatment planning, staff and care provider qualifications, training, and supervision as well as financial stability, interviews with youth in care, and required corrective actions.
It also is responsible to handle and safeguard confidential information regarding youth in care as well as specific to provider staff background checks. It requires extensive travel within the state of Colorado to include overnight stays and the licensing of childcare agencies and facilities during all shifts, five days a week. The position is home‑based and the physical and permanent work address is the employee’s home address. The position is 100% remote.
Summary of Job Duties
Licensing of Agencies and Facilities and Technical Assistance– Provide or research options for and coordinate technical assistance to licensed facilities and agencies in order to support the delivery of quality care to youth and to increase their compliance with State and Federal rules…
Evaluate the quality of programming, practices and policies, and compliance with providers of out‑of‑home care; conduct building and site inspections, ensure staff and care providers are supervised and trained…
Research and stay up‑to‑date on adoption practices…
Compile and interpret data on patterns of provider deficiencies or gross incidents…
Participate in the development and implementation of integrated and consistent licensing protocols…
Evaluate and license programs for initial and ongoing licensure…
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Seven (7) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position.
OR A combination of related education and/or relevant experience equal to seven (7) years.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, or Sociology.
Two (2) or more years of work experience related to human services or licensing.
Demonstrated knowledge of child welfare policies and practices, residential best practice standards, and licensing regulations and statutes.
Experience in an advisory or consultative role.
Proven ability to direct research, analyze, and report on complex issues.
Outstanding skills and abilities in verbal and written communications; ability to adapt a style to fit audiences of varying technical levels.
Demonstrated ability to establish collaborative partnerships and effective working relationships with a variety of internal and external customers and diverse public and private stakeholders.
Demonstrated proficiency working collaboratively with internal teams; and national, state, and community partners.
Knowledge of Volume 7 Rules and Regulations.
Demonstrating knowledge working in CCCLS, TRAILS, I‑LINX and multiple databases and scanning systems.
Applied Behavior Analysis work with children/youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and/or Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD).
Conditions of Employment
Full Background CDHS employees (all Direct contact with vulnerable persons): CBI name check and fingerprint check, ICON Colorado court database, Medicare fraud database, Reference Checks, Professional License verification (licensure requirements), Drug Screen, PREA (Division of Youth Services), Trails check (direct contact with children), CAPS (direct contact with adults – Mental Health Institutes, Regional Centers, Veterans Community Living Centers).
Travel – This position currently works 100% remotely from home address and will be required to use a personal vehicle for frequent travel to the CDHS office, assigned agencies/facilities, and other identified locations for the purpose of related primary job duties. This position may be required to complete overnight travel and infrequent extended travel within the State of Colorado. Auto insurance is also required.
Other – This position is designated as remote. Employees must maintain a home office, internet and possibly phone service.
Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose that information on the application and provide an explanation why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify the applicant from the current position.
CDHS Selection Process Explanation Employment history is calculated on a full‑time basis (40/hrs per week). Part‑time employment is calculated on a prorated basis to determine qualifications. Be sure your application specifically addresses your qualifications, experience, work products, and accomplishments as they relate to the position and minimum requirements.
Supplemental Questions Answer the supplemental questions completely and thoughtfully. Provide at least 4‑8 sentences for each supplemental question.
Appeal Rights You may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director if your application is eliminated. The official appeal form is available on the State Personnel Board website.
Contact the State Personnel Board for Assistance
Phone: (303) 866-3300
Refer to the Colorado Code of Regulations, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes for procedures.
Supplemental Information How to Apply
The Assessment Process
For additional recruiting questions, please contact brennon.watts@state.co.us
About Us & Benefits Our professionals strive to design and deliver high quality human and health services that improve the safety, independence, and well‑being of the people of Colorado. We offer:
Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401(k) and 457 plans.
Medical and dental health plans.
Employer‑supplemented Health Savings Account.
Paid life insurance.
Short‑ and long‑term disability coverage.
11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave.
State of Colorado Employee BenefitHub Resource Center.
Employee Wellness program.
Excellent work‑life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and more.
Remote work arrangements for eligible positions.
*Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Our Values
We believe in a people‑first approach: We prioritize the needs, well‑being, and dignity of the individuals, families and communities we serve.
Balance creates quality of life: We want our team to be resilient through a supportive workplace that values flexibility, health and wellness, and employee engagement.
We hold ourselves accountable: We take responsibility through our actions, programs, and results for the state of health and human services in Colorado.
Transparency matters: We are open and honest with employees, our partners, the Coloradans we serve, and the public.
We are ethical: We abide by what is best for those we serve by doing what is right, not what is easy.
Collaboration helps us rise together: We work together with all partners, employees, and clients to achieve the best outcomes for Coloradans.
ADA Accommodations CDHS is committed to a Colorado for ALL qualified individuals. We assist individuals with disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment.
EEO Statement The State of Colorado is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and serve them. This statement includes all protected categories in accordance with applicable law.
Additional Support For Your Application Toll Free Applicant Technical Support: If you experience technical difficulty with the NEOGOV system, call 855‑524‑5627 Mon‑Fri between 6 am and 6 pm (Pacific Time).
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The position is located in the Division of Child Welfare, Provider Services Unit. The Division is responsible for implementation of child welfare services in Colorado and supervises county departments of human/social services in the administration of Child Welfare programs, as well as privately operated 24‑hour child care facilities. The Provider Services Unit exists to license, manage, supervise, and provide statewide oversight for privately operated 24‑hour childcare facilities and agencies, including Residential Child Care Facilities, Secure Residential Treatment Centers, Qualified Residential Treatment Programs (QRTPs), Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facilities (PRTFs), Homeless Youth Shelters, Specialized Group Homes and Centers, Child Placement Agencies, Adoption Agencies, Respite Child Care Centers (RCCC), and Day Treatment Facilities across the State of Colorado. The goals of the unit are to ensure the health, safety and well‑being of the youth served in those facilities. The work unit is responsible for comprehensive integrated (Interagency) licensing and monitoring of the 24‑hour child care facilities and to audit and investigate reports/allegations involving licensing violations, facility or agency culpability, and to ensure the safety of children in out‑of‑home placements using Volume 7 rules and regulations, the Licensing Act, and all other applicable rules and statutes.
Description of Job This position is deemed 100% Remote Work.
About This Position —This position has been delegated staff authority for licensing oversight of 24‑hour child care facilities across the state of Colorado by Division management. It consults with agency management to influence decisions concerning essential, wide‑ranging, critical program or policy direction to ensure facility practice is in compliance with regulatory agency’s standards. It implements the Division’s audit process to include sample reviews, technical assistance and training, issuing reports of inspection, issuing fines, authorizing licensure, and recommending adverse action against a facility or agency. It determines whether the 24‑hour child care facilities are operating in compliance with applicable internal guidelines, rules, policies, regulations, and standards. It identifies and recommends opportunities for improving standards of practice for programs to meet operational expectations. It is responsible for researching adoption practices, such as implementation and fidelity to the Structured Analysis Family Evaluation (SAFE) standards and implementing national standards and safety as they relate to foster care settings overseen by licensed Child Placement Agencies as well as private domestic and inter‑country adoption settings. It provides support to the other Licensing Specialists with regard to private adoption services provided within the Unit’s licensed facilities and agencies. It ensures that youth are receiving safe and adequate care and treatment by evaluating the physical plant, treatment planning, staff and care provider qualifications, training, and supervision as well as financial stability, interviews with youth in care, and required corrective actions.
It also is responsible to handle and safeguard confidential information regarding youth in care as well as specific to provider staff background checks. It requires extensive travel within the state of Colorado to include overnight stays and the licensing of childcare agencies and facilities during all shifts, five days a week. The position is home‑based and the physical and permanent work address is the employee’s home address. The position is 100% remote.
Summary of Job Duties
Licensing of Agencies and Facilities and Technical Assistance– Provide or research options for and coordinate technical assistance to licensed facilities and agencies in order to support the delivery of quality care to youth and to increase their compliance with State and Federal rules…
Evaluate the quality of programming, practices and policies, and compliance with providers of out‑of‑home care; conduct building and site inspections, ensure staff and care providers are supervised and trained…
Research and stay up‑to‑date on adoption practices…
Compile and interpret data on patterns of provider deficiencies or gross incidents…
Participate in the development and implementation of integrated and consistent licensing protocols…
Evaluate and license programs for initial and ongoing licensure…
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Seven (7) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position.
OR A combination of related education and/or relevant experience equal to seven (7) years.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, or Sociology.
Two (2) or more years of work experience related to human services or licensing.
Demonstrated knowledge of child welfare policies and practices, residential best practice standards, and licensing regulations and statutes.
Experience in an advisory or consultative role.
Proven ability to direct research, analyze, and report on complex issues.
Outstanding skills and abilities in verbal and written communications; ability to adapt a style to fit audiences of varying technical levels.
Demonstrated ability to establish collaborative partnerships and effective working relationships with a variety of internal and external customers and diverse public and private stakeholders.
Demonstrated proficiency working collaboratively with internal teams; and national, state, and community partners.
Knowledge of Volume 7 Rules and Regulations.
Demonstrating knowledge working in CCCLS, TRAILS, I‑LINX and multiple databases and scanning systems.
Applied Behavior Analysis work with children/youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and/or Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD).
Conditions of Employment
Full Background CDHS employees (all Direct contact with vulnerable persons): CBI name check and fingerprint check, ICON Colorado court database, Medicare fraud database, Reference Checks, Professional License verification (licensure requirements), Drug Screen, PREA (Division of Youth Services), Trails check (direct contact with children), CAPS (direct contact with adults – Mental Health Institutes, Regional Centers, Veterans Community Living Centers).
Travel – This position currently works 100% remotely from home address and will be required to use a personal vehicle for frequent travel to the CDHS office, assigned agencies/facilities, and other identified locations for the purpose of related primary job duties. This position may be required to complete overnight travel and infrequent extended travel within the State of Colorado. Auto insurance is also required.
Other – This position is designated as remote. Employees must maintain a home office, internet and possibly phone service.
Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose that information on the application and provide an explanation why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify the applicant from the current position.
CDHS Selection Process Explanation Employment history is calculated on a full‑time basis (40/hrs per week). Part‑time employment is calculated on a prorated basis to determine qualifications. Be sure your application specifically addresses your qualifications, experience, work products, and accomplishments as they relate to the position and minimum requirements.
Supplemental Questions Answer the supplemental questions completely and thoughtfully. Provide at least 4‑8 sentences for each supplemental question.
Appeal Rights You may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director if your application is eliminated. The official appeal form is available on the State Personnel Board website.
Contact the State Personnel Board for Assistance
Phone: (303) 866-3300
Refer to the Colorado Code of Regulations, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes for procedures.
Supplemental Information How to Apply
The Assessment Process
For additional recruiting questions, please contact brennon.watts@state.co.us
About Us & Benefits Our professionals strive to design and deliver high quality human and health services that improve the safety, independence, and well‑being of the people of Colorado. We offer:
Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401(k) and 457 plans.
Medical and dental health plans.
Employer‑supplemented Health Savings Account.
Paid life insurance.
Short‑ and long‑term disability coverage.
11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave.
State of Colorado Employee BenefitHub Resource Center.
Employee Wellness program.
Excellent work‑life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and more.
Remote work arrangements for eligible positions.
*Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Our Values
We believe in a people‑first approach: We prioritize the needs, well‑being, and dignity of the individuals, families and communities we serve.
Balance creates quality of life: We want our team to be resilient through a supportive workplace that values flexibility, health and wellness, and employee engagement.
We hold ourselves accountable: We take responsibility through our actions, programs, and results for the state of health and human services in Colorado.
Transparency matters: We are open and honest with employees, our partners, the Coloradans we serve, and the public.
We are ethical: We abide by what is best for those we serve by doing what is right, not what is easy.
Collaboration helps us rise together: We work together with all partners, employees, and clients to achieve the best outcomes for Coloradans.
ADA Accommodations CDHS is committed to a Colorado for ALL qualified individuals. We assist individuals with disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment.
EEO Statement The State of Colorado is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and serve them. This statement includes all protected categories in accordance with applicable law.
Additional Support For Your Application Toll Free Applicant Technical Support: If you experience technical difficulty with the NEOGOV system, call 855‑524‑5627 Mon‑Fri between 6 am and 6 pm (Pacific Time).
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