Non-Certified Licensing Support Specialist - OPS Date: Jun 12, 2024 Location: BRADENTON, FL, US, 33870 CLEARWATER, FL, US, 33755 FT MYERS, FL, US, 33901 LARGO, FL, US, 33770 NAPLES, FL, US, 31112 NEW PORT RICHEY, FL, US, 34652 PORT CHARLOTTE, FL, US, 33948 SARASOTA, FL, US, 34231 ST PETERSBURG, FL, US, 33701 TAMPA, FL, US, 33612 The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/workforceoperations/humanresourcemanagement/forjobapplicants/everify) .Requisition No: 831204 Agency: Children and FamiliesWorking Title: Non-Certified Licensing Support Specialist - OPSPay Plan: TempPosition Number: 60934053 Salary: 47,500 Posting Closing Date: 06/23/2024 Total Compensation Estimator Tool (https://compcalculator.myflorida.com/) This requision is meant to fill five vacant positions which report to the Regional Licensing Manager for Foster and Community Care. These positions can be located anywhere throughout the SunCoast Region which includes Charlotte, Collier, Desoto, Glades, Hendry, Hillsborough, Lee, Manatee, Pasco, Pinellas and Sarasota counties. Certification with the Florida Certification Board is not required.
Conduct federal audit preparation by ensuring background screening documents for providers are submitted and dates are appropriate.
Complete licensing attestation reviews
Upload files to FSFN for CCA/CPA
Coordinate, schedule LPRC staffings and document the outcome on the form and in FSFN
Assist new providers with getting the paperwork and processes completed for CCA/CPA licensure
Accompany our other teams conducting site visits at the at-risk CCAs and report back any issues
Maintain the new licensing tracker
Track all files that have been sent back to CPAs for correction and follow up with the licensing agency to ensure timely responses are received
Track issues that are pending a response from legal
Track all expiring licenses and send reminders to the CCAs/CPAs
Be in charge a dedicated phone line for licensing related questions from providers and community
Track CAPs for completion
Track overcapacity waivers to ensure none expire
Monitor the 1268 report for data errors
Track open FCRs to ensure compliance with timeframes and assign to team. Check receiving unit and assign FCR to CBC or DCF.
Approve licenses in Binti to reduce backlog upon confirmation from the licensing specialist that it is approved in FSFN.
Response to zoning inquiry lists
Response to media and legislative requests, accordingly
Any onboarding activities for those coming or going from the team.
Finger print exemption review to ensure all document was provided and uploading final documentation to workforce management BGS system after approved by manager
OCA requests- review forms to ensure it is filled out completely and ensure supporting documentation was submitted
UAT system testing
Assist with briefing documents as appropriate
Assist with gathering PIP information (recruitment/retention plans, etc.)
Rearrests: Follow up with provider to determine outcome of individuals employment status
LSS: assign as Intake worker to enter complaints in the system and assign to the licensing specialist
Responds positively and timely to special asignments and performs other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Knowledge, skills and abilities, including utilization of equipment, required for the position: Knowledge of theories and practicein child protection and family support. Knowledge of professional ethics relating to child protection and counseling. Knowledge offamily-centered interviewing and counseling techniques. Skill in considering child development in guiding placement of children. Skill inemploying family-centered practice. Skill in organizing community resources to assist families. Ability to recognize indicators of abuseand neglect. Ability to conduct risk and safety investigations. Ability to complete assessments and develop plans with children andfamilies. Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments. Ability to actively listen to others. Ability to communicateeffectively. 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 careproviders' licensed capacity. Ability to interact appropriately with families, community resources, service providers and otherdepartment professionals. Ability to track data for maximization of Federal funds earned by the state.Must maintain valid and unrestricted driver's license and daily access to personal vehicle.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). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.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.Nearest Major Market:Central FloridaNearest Secondary Market:Sebring