Foster Care Licensing Supervisor

National Youth Advocate Program (NYAP); Lima (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

22 days off each year

11 paid holidays per year

Student loan repayment assistance

Tuition assistance

Friday Summer hours

Work anniversary trips

Mileage reimbursement

Peace Leave

Job summary

National Youth Advocate Program is seeking a Licensing Supervisor in Lima, OH. The role oversees licensing coordinators across regions, implements QA systems, and ensures compliance with foster home licensing policies and state requirements.

You will develop ongoing foster home improvement plans, liaise with regulatory agencies, and supervise staff to maintain accreditation and licensure standards while advancing NYAP’s mission.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Services or related field.
• 5 years’ experience in youth services with direct experience in child welfare and foster care licensing.
• A valid professional license as required by state law and/or regulatory bodies.
• Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers and common software such as word processing, spreadsheet, and database programs.

Responsibilities

• Implement quality assurance to ensure compliance with foster home licensing policies.
• Supervise Licensing Coordinators in Northwest and Dayton regions.
• Ensure state licensure and compliance requirements are met.
• Develop and implement foster home requirement plans within budget.
• Coordinate with state/regulatory agencies on licensing and accreditation.
• Review and update licensing procedures and audit readiness.
• Represent NYAP in state organizations and conduct trainings.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Non-traditional hours

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Social Services or related field

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheet

Database software

Job description

Position Summary

The Licensing Supervisor is responsible for implementing a system of quality assurance to ensure compliance with all agency foster home licensing policies and procedures. This position will supervise the Northwest and Dayton regions Licensing Coordinators.

Location: Lima, OH

Hours: Monday – Friday, 9am to 5pm; additional evening and weekend availability expected

Salary: $55,000 - $60,000 annually

Working At NYAP

• Competitive salaries and benefits including a 401(k)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 22 days off each year
• 11 paid holidays per year
• Student loan repayment assistance
• Tuition assistance
• Friday Summer hours
• Work anniversary trips
• Mileage reimbursement
• Peace Leave

Benefits listed are for eligible employees as outlined by our benefit policy.

Responsibilities

The Licensing Supervisor will perform duties including, but not limited to:

• Perform all work in a manner consistent with the National Youth Advocate Program’s mission, values, and philosophies.
• Implement a system of quality assurance to ensure compliance with all agency foster home licensing and re-certification policies and procedures.
• Ensure NYAP is meeting the mandatory state agency foster home licensure and compliance requirements.
• Develop and successfully implement an on-going foster home requirement plan in accordance with the annual operating plan and budget.
• Serve as a liaison between NYAP and state and/or regulatory agencies regarding foster home licensing, re-cortication and/or accreditation.
• Supervise or collaborate with the NYAP Licensing Coordinators, Treatment Coordinators and support staff regarding foster home licensing and certification procedures.
• Review and update a semi-annual foster home inventory assessment checklist.
• Ensure the completion of quarterly audit reviews to ensure NYAP and agency licensure and respective agency accreditation standards are met.
• Represent NYAP in local and state organizations and conduct in-service training as it pertains to foster home licensing, the re-certification process, and other topics as directed.
• Attend statewide and regional staff meetings, staff training programs, and individual meetings as regularly scheduled with the supervisor.
• Maintain regular monthly telephone contact with NYAP foster parents with no youth in placement to review current status, family situation, and continued interest in foster care.
• Receive and review placement referrals, phone calls, and emails from the lead child welfare agency.
• Contact NYAP foster parents to present and discuss children for possible placement and coordinate with the lead welfare agency to arrange interviews and transitions.
• Facilitate placement by ensuring that all necessary forms have been completed and arrangements have been made for school, transportation, and/or day care.
• Complete intake paperwork such as modification and placement change forms.
• Receive requests and coordinate respite episodes for current foster parents.
• Maintain bed availability logs and communicate with the lead child welfare agency.
• Attend shelter staffing’s to review all child in need of placement.
• Review and sign licensing home studies.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors’ Degree in Social Services or other related human service field
• 5 years’ experience in the area of youth services, with direct experience in child welfare and foster care licensing.
• A valid professional license as required by state law and/or regulatory bodies.
• Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, smart phones and tablets, printers, fax machines and photocopiers as well as software including word processing, spreadsheet and database programs.

Other Skills

• Multi-task efficiently and be flexible in all situations
• Openness to working non-traditional hours as needed
• Openness to traveling as needed

Driving And Vehicle Requirements

• Valid driver’s license
• Reliable personal transportation
• Good driving record
• Minimum automobile insurance coverage of $100,00/$300,000 bodily injury liability

Who We Are

National Youth Advocate Program has been serving communities and clients since 1978 and we continue to grow each year. Our growth allows us to expand and develop new and innovative programs to meet the ever-changing needs of those we serve. We offer unique and personalized services for families and individuals in four areas: Prevention/Intervention, Positive Youth Development, Out-of-Home-Placement and Reunification/Permanency.

We know you are compassionate and dedicated to serving your clients and communities and NYAP is dedicated to providing support to those who join our team! We look for individuals that are ready to make a direct impact and are excited to be an instrument in supporting the needs of our children, youth, and families.

An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.

Qualifications

The person in this position needs to follow a team concept and support both agency goals and co-workers. Employees must be able to effectively work with and be respectful and sensitive to persons from various cultures, socioeconomic, ethnic, religious, and racial backgrounds.