Regional Foster Care Licensing Manager

National Youth Advocate Program (NYAP); Canton (OH); Hybrid; USD 67,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Student Loan Repayment assistance

Summer Hours Off

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

22 Days Off Each Year

11 Paid Holidays Per Year

Tuition Assistance

401(k)

Mileage Reimbursement

Parental Leave

Job summary

National Youth Advocate Program seeks a full-time Regional Foster Care Licensing Manager to oversee licensing across Ohio. The role is hybrid with state-wide travel and requires knowledge of foster care licensing, COA regulations, and data reporting.

Supervisory experience is essential. The position offers competitive compensation, benefits, and the chance to shape licensing practices for diverse foster homes within NYAP.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work or comparable Human Services field from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in foster care/licensing; internal NYAP candidates require 2+ years within Foster Care programs.
• 2-3+ years of relevant supervisory experience required.
• Approved Ohio Assessor strongly preferred.
• A valid Driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Licensing Supervisors/Licensing staff in the assigned NYAP Region and coordinate licensing activities.
• Ensure licensing processes meet state regulations and COA standards.
• Develop and implement licensing protocols to licensure within 45–60 days.
• Oversee pre-service training, certifications, and recertifications.
• Enter foster home licensing data into the Electronic Records System and generate reports.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Customer service

Diversity & inclusion

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work or comparable Human Services field

Tools

Microsoft Office

NYAP software

Job description

We are looking for a full-time Regional Foster Care Licensing Manager for the state of Ohio to join our NYAP team!

• This position requires candidates to reside within the State of Ohio.
• This is a hybrid role with traveling around the state of Ohio required for this role.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in foster care/licensing is required.
• 2-3+ yrs. of relevant supervisory experience required.
• Approved Ohio Assessor strongly preferred.

Compensation: $74,000/yr. depending on experience and degree.

Position Summary

The Regional Foster Care Licensing Manager will provide supervision and oversight of Licensing Supervisors and/or Licensing Staff in the assigned geographic regions of NYAP. Regional Foster Care Licensing Manager will be responsible for providing on-going coordination, supervision, and guidance of licensing processes and activities to ensure the licensing of diverse, high-quality foster homes within a 45 to 60 day established time frame in the assigned NYAP Region. Regional Foster Care Licensing Manager will work with the assigned regions in the development and implementation of processes and protocols for foster home licensing from applicant to licensure as well as for pre-service training, data collection and reporting via EVOLV. The Organizational Regional Manager of Licensing will have a working knowledge of State, NYAP and Council of Accreditation (COA) regulations regarding foster parent licensure, certification, and recertification. The person in this role will work under the supervision of the Associate National Director of Licensing to enhance efforts leading to the timely licensing of diverse, high-quality foster parents to meet the referral needs of our NYAP communities.

Working At NYAP

• NYAP's commitment to doing what is best for children, youth and their families is a core value and one that we look for in our newest team members.
• Excellent training and continuing education and development opportunities!
• Student Loan Repayment assistance, up to $1,200 per year!
• Summer Hours Off (Friday afternoons off)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance for you and your family!
• 22 Days Off Each Year!
• Plus 11 Paid Holidays Per Year!
• Tuition Assistance
• Competitive salaries and benefits including a 401(k)
• Work Anniversary Trips!
• Peace leave
• Supervision Hours (for staff working on Independent Licensure)
• Flexible Hours
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Parental Leave

Responsibilities

The Regional Foster Care Licensing Manager will perform duties including, but not limited to:

• Supervision of the Licensing Supervisor/Licensing staff in the assigned NYAP Region in the coordination and implementation of all foster home licensing activities.
• Perform all work in a manner consistent with the National Youth Advocate Programs mission, values, and philosophies.
• Promotes a positive public and internal image of NYAP on a consistent basis.
• A working knowledge of state foster care regulations in the assigned regions as well as NYAP and COA regulations.
• Provides oversight and guidance of all licensing activities in the assigned NYAP Region.
• Coordination, development and implementation of licensing protocols and processes to ensure licensure of diverse, high-quality foster homes within the 45-60 day established time period.
• Coordination, development and implementation of licensing protocols and processes related to pre-service training, certifications and recertifications.
• Ensures all data relating to foster parent licensing is entered into the Electronic Records System.
• Prepares required data and reports regarding foster home licensing utilizing the Electronic Records System.
• Participates in on-going supervision and team meetings.
• Additional responsibilities may include overseeing statewide licensing and foster parent education data integrity, compliance, tracking, reporting and process standardization. Attend state and local meetings.
• This position may also be responsible to implement statewide update as directed by the Associate Director of Foster Care.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work or comparable Human Services field from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in foster care/licensing is required. For internal candidates at NYAP, a minimum of 2 years of experience with the National Youth Advocate Program, preferably within Foster Care programs, is required.
• 2-3+ yrs. of relevant supervisory experience required.
• Approved Ohio Assessor strongly preferred.
• A valid professional license if required by state or contract regulations.
• Must have a valid Driver’s license, reliable transportation, automotive insurance, and a good driving record.
• Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, internet search, people management programs, smartphones and tablets, printers, fax machines and photocopiers as well as software including word processing, spreadsheet, and database programs.

Other Skills

• Must be open and willing to work non-traditional hours.
• Some travel is required.
• Must be able to embrace working as a diverse team both effectively and respectfully with persons of any background, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, ability, national origin, or other culture.
• Provide excellent internal and external customer service.
• Must possess good verbal, listening and written communication skills.
• Must possess proficient computer skills including Microsoft Suite and NYAP specific applications.

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

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans

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.