Level 1 Licensing Specialist

Mission Statement The Children’s Network of Hillsborough is committed to working with the community to protect children and preserve families. General Purpose of Job The purpose of the Level 1 Specialist is to complete the Level 1 Licensure, Re-licensure and Guardianship Assistance Program (GAP) for caregivers in Circuit 13. Additionally, the Specialists will support caregivers through training, assessing and coordination and provision of support services for children placed in the home. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Promoting the Level 1 Program and the importance of relative placements through training sessions and community presentations Completing family assessments through the home study process, licensure and re-licensure of caregivers’ homes. Provide and locate ongoing support services for Relative/Non-Relative Caregiver families regardless of cases status (active or closed). Develop ongoing resources for Relative/Non-Relative Caregivers and make them accessible both electronically and manually. Follow-up support on initial placements and assist Child Welfare Case Managers, as needed, to ensure placement recommendations are completed. Attend appropriate staffings in order to advocate for the best interest of the children served. Track and log all appropriate information for monthly reports. Traveling throughout Circuit 13. Other duties may be assigned as special projects may be requested. Working Hours Children’s Network of Hillsborough’s standard business hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. This position is an in-office based position with fieldwork requirements, that averages 40 hours per week. Work hours may vary outside of these standard hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed to meet operational demands. All hours worked will be compensated in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and agency policies, including applicable overtime and other compensation requirements Travel Travel within and outside of Hillsborough County is required. The employee must be able to drive and have reliable transportation to perform the essential functions of the position. Supervisory Responsibilities This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.