Developmental Home Program (DHP) Licensing Specialist
About The Position
This position is based in Yavapai County, Arizona. The Developmental Home Licensing Worker works closely with the DHP Statewide Supervisor on operations of the Child and Adult Developmental Homes (CDH/ADH) program. The role supports timely reporting, family monitoring, and consistent application of Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) knowledge to maintain program integrity and compliance across an assigned caseload. The Licensing Specialist monitors homes licensed under Articles 10 and 11 to ensure each home meets licensing regulations. Monitoring may include one or two home visits monthly, amendments, and annual renewals. The worker advocates for members and ensures Article 9 requirements are maintained for individuals receiving DES/DDD services in an HRT Child or Adult Developmental Home and/or licensed foster homes with a DD Certification. The role also includes writing Behavior Treatment Plans as required by Article 9 and attending annual PRC meetings. The position carries a caseload and requires travel in Northern Arizona. Work is in person.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Human Services, or a related field and five years of experience with developmental disabilities, child welfare services, and/or social services; or ten years of experience with developmental disabilities if no degree has been achieved.
- Ability to obtain and maintain an unrestricted Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card.
- Meet the requirements to be a safe transporter and driver.
- Current Arizona State Driver’s License and an acceptable driving record for the past three years.
- Personal vehicle liability insurance and vehicle registration as required.
- Pass a Department of Economic Security (DES) Clearance with no substantiated reports.
- Obtain and maintain Article 9 instructor certification.
- When required, pass a criminal background clearance check, drug screen, and, if requested, a physical exam.
- Obtain and maintain CPR and First Aid certification.
- Comfortable traveling in Northern Arizona.
Responsibilities
- Work with the DHP Statewide Supervisor on operations of the CDH/ADH program.
- Ensure timely reports and monitor families within the assigned caseload.
- Promote consistency and knowledge of DDD requirements to support program integrity and compliance.
- Monitor homes licensed under Articles 10 and 11 for compliance with licensing regulations.
- Conduct home visits, potentially one or two times monthly, and complete amendments and annual renewals.
- Advocate for members and ensure Article 9 requirements are maintained for individuals receiving DES/DDD services in applicable developmental homes and licensed foster homes with DD Certification.
- Write Behavior Treatment Plans as required by Article 9.
- Attend annual PRC meetings.
Benefits
- Paid vacation days that increase with tenure (full-time employees)
- Separate sick leave that rolls over each year (full-time employees)
- Up to 10 paid holidays (full-time employees)
- Medical, dental, and vision benefit plan options (full-time employees)
- DailyPay access to daily earnings without waiting for payday
- Training, development, and continuing education credits for licensure requirements (full-time employees)
- 401(k)
- Free licensure supervision
- Pet insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Perks @Pathways national discounts on shopping, travel, Verizon, and entertainment
- Mileage reimbursement
- Cellphone stipend
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Job Type
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