Licensing and Level of Care Specialist

ND Health and Human Services; North Dakota; Remote; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vital role with ND Health and Human Services as a Licensing and Level of Care Specialist where you will support children in need of care. This remote position in North Dakota includes responsibilities like conducting site visits and supporting the level of care determinations. Ideal candidates will possess a bachelor's degree and have experience in the child welfare system, making this an impactful role to help families and children.

Benefits

Competitive rewards package

Focus on health and well-being

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field is required.
• Three years of experience in child welfare or behavioral health.
• Knowledge of licensing and behavioral diagnoses is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct onsite visits for licensing and level of care evaluations.
• Support the level of care determination process.
• Serve as a resource for child welfare staff.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or related field

Job description

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Children and Family Services - Remote in North Dakota - Licensing and Level of Care Specialist (LOC)

Support children who need treatment to succeed and be close to family during times of struggle with the intent of reunification. ND Department of Human Services (DHS) is seeking a Licensing and Level of Care Specialist (LOC) within the Children & Family Services Division.

During a typical week as a Licensing and LOC Specialist, you will conduct onsite visits and provide technical assistance to facilities and agencies, support the Children's Treatment Services Level of Care Determination process, participate and lead trainings/meetings and review case specific needs to evaluate the level of care determined. Also, you'll serve as a resource for child welfare staff and service providers who are seeking the least restrictive most appropriate level of care, and participate in statewide case staffing meetings. Furthermore, you'll analyze data and share ideas on initiatives to increase early intervention and to stop a child's progression deeper into the system.

To succeed in this position, you should be highly organized, able to manage your time and priorities effectively. Also you can communicate effectively and professionally with diverse populations, public agencies, private agencies, constituents and licensed or certified foster care providers. You address tough situations with tolerance and without judgement. And you're able to remain calm and focused without becoming overwhelmed by urgent deadlines.

To Be Considered, You Must Have The Following

• bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, sociology, counseling, human development, elementary education, early childhood education, special education, child development and family science, human resource management (human service track) or criminal justice.
• AND three (3) years of professional experience working within the child welfare system or behavioral health field. Knowledge of licensing foster homes, childcare settings, facilities, agencies or shelter sites is a bonus.
• Familiarity with how a child's behavior and diagnoses impact their needs and level of care will be important.
  
  

Location: This position may be based anywhere in North Dakota. Travel is a norm, averaging two (2) days per month spring through fall. Overnights are occasional.

About HHS: ND HHS strives to make North Dakota the healthiest state in the nation by reinforcing the foundations of well-being: physical, economic, and behavioral. Those services are to be delivered as close to home as possible with a focus on dignity and respect. The Keys to delivery of those services are the 2800 committed, compassionate ND HHS team members and more than $6 billion in funding from nearly 200 different federal, state and special sources.

About Team ND

"Far and away the best prize life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing." - Theodore Roosevelt

More than 7,500 talented, hard-working people across sixty-three agencies have come together as Team North Dakota. At Team ND, we are driven to succeed through gratitude, humility, curiosity and courage. Our purpose is to empower people, improve lives, and inspire success. Join us in being legendary.

Total Rewards: The State of North Dakota is committed to providing team members with a strong and competitive rewards package that support you, your health and your family.

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Application Procedures

Your resume should include information to demonstrate how you meet the minimum qualifications as posted. If the Department's Human Resource Division is unable to determine that you meet the minimum qualifications credit will not be given. All application material must be received on or before the closing date by 11:59 pm.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The Department of Health & Human Services does not offer or provide sponsorships.

This employer participates in E-Verify. Please visit the following website for additional information: https://www.hhs.nd.gov/careers/e-verify

A copy of your qualifying degrees transcript and any applicable certifications or licensures must be provided at the time of an interview.

For more information about the position or if you need an accommodation, please contact Brittany Fode at 701.328-4934 or [e-mail].

Employing Unit: ND HHS - Children and Family Services

TTY Number: ND Relay Service 1-800-366-6888 (text); 1-800-366-6889 (voice)

If you are experiencing technical difficulties with the Application Process or uploading attachments, please contact [e-mail] or [phone].

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.

As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. Sect. 23-12-10.

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