Licensing Inspector, (W5113)

Department of Social Services; Virginia; On-site; USD 57,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Social Services invites applications for a Licensing Inspector position in the Fairfax Licensing Office. The role focuses on reducing risks to vulnerable populations by evaluating facilities, conducting inspections, and enforcing licensing laws and regulations.

Travel is required to perform onsite inspections across various counties, with responsibilities including case documentation, corrective action plans, and providing guidance to providers and colleagues within the regional

Job description

Title: Licensing Inspector, Fairfax Region, (W5113)

State Role Title: Prog Admin Specialist II

Hiring Range: $63,000 Minimum (salary commensurate with experience)

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Department of Social Services

Location: FAIRFAX LICENSING OFFICE

Agency Website: www.dss.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

At the Virginia Department of Social Services, we put people at the center of everything we do. We believe that every Virginian can live a life of dignity and that all voices, ideas and experiences contribute greatly to our pursuit of excellence. Inspired by continuous improvement, we commit ourselves to listening, learning and cultivating environments of trust, respect and positive engagement. Together, we are mission-driven, eager to achieve, and passionate about bringing the best of who we are to those we serve.
The Division of Licensing Programs protects the health, safety and well-being of vulnerable adult and child populations served in regulated care settings within the Commonwealth.
The Licensing Inspector is responsible for reducing risks to adults and children in care facilities through the promotion and support of improved quality of care and enforcement of state licensing laws, regulations, and evaluation of standards of practices. This position monitors and provides regulatory oversight by evaluating applicants, conducting inspections, and investigating reports of alleged noncompliance.
Inspections may include all Division of Licensing covered programs, including assisted living facilities, adult day care centers, children’s residential centers and child placement agencies. Inspectors enforce licensing regulations through effective evaluation, which may include the review of medical documentation, and appropriate recommended action. Produces clear, concise and defensible written descriptions of violations; develops intensive plans of correction; manages caseload using an automated system to ensure appropriate action within timeframes set by policy; maintains effective interpersonal and communication skills that promote positive interactions with licensees and others; investigates complaints and allegations upon receipt from residents, families, other agencies and citizens; provides training, technical assistance, consultation and referral to providers as scheduled or requested; manages case record documentation on each provider; provides advice and assistance to regulatory colleagues in health care matters; provides excellent customer service to internal and external customers and participates effectively as a member of the regional licensing team to accomplish divisional goals.
We have multiple open positions with travel required for onsite inspection work in the following areas:

• Peninsula for adult facilities: Counties/Cities: Charles City, Gloucester, Hampton, James City, Mathews, Middlesex, New Kent, Newport News, Poquoson, Surry, Sussex, Williamsburg, and