Regional Licensing Officer

Government of Alberta•Lethbridge, AB

1d•CA$66,112 - CA$85,208•Onsite

About The Position

The Alberta Public Service works to build a stronger province for current and future generations. We make a difference in the lives of Albertans through rewarding and diverse career opportunities. The Ministry of Children and Family Services funds programs and services to support vulnerable children, youth, families, and individuals to live safely and succeed in Alberta. This includes providing services and resources to protect children and youth from abuse and neglect and effectively address harm that has placed them in need of intervention. Mentoring and support services are available to youth transitioning into healthy, productive adults. The ministry also invests in community-based groups that support prevention and early intervention services such as Family Resource Networks, youth emergency shelters as well as programs that raise awareness and help respond to family violence, sexual violence, and abuse. Are you looking for a rewarding and challenging opportunity to use your strategic thinking and enhance your analytical skills? Do you have what it takes to join a group of professionals committed to making a real difference in the lives of children, youth and families? The Residential Facilities Licensing Officer will monitor and license residential facilities in accordance with the Child Youth and Family Enhancement Act to ensure quality of care and accountability for children in the custody or guardianship of the Director.

Requirements

Related university degree (bachelor’s degree in business administration, Public Policy, Public Health, Sociology, Psychology, Social Work, or another relevant field) plus one year of progressively responsible related experience; or an equivalent as described below
Equivalency: Related diploma and 2 years related experience; OR related certificate and 3 years related experience.
Knowledge of the following is necessary:
Providing information, consultation, orientation, evaluation, and ongoing monitoring to prospective and existing residential placement providers, including Foster Homes, Group Homes, and Residential and Secure Facilities.
Working collaboratively with contracted agency foster homes, residential care facilities, and Delegated First Nations Agencies (DFNAs).
Legislative, regulatory, and policy requirements related to residential placements, including the Child, Youth and Family Enhancement Act, Residential Facilities Licensing Regulations, and Child, Youth and Family Enhancement Policy.
Strong interpersonal skills, the ability to make sound assessments and good decision-making skills.
Computer and technology
Organization
Time management
Crisis Intervention
Ability to work independently
Observation and Documentation
Communication
Problem Solving and Conflict Resolution
Networking
Valid Class 5 Driver's License and access to a reliable vehicle.

Nice To Haves

Regulatory compliance knowledge
Data driven strategic planning skills
Experience working with stakeholders
Strong written and verbal skills
Knowledge of data base systems CYIM (Child Youth information Management) and CICIO (Child Intervention Case Information online)
First Aid Certification

Responsibilities

Review and process applications for licenses or license renewals.
Complete environmental safety assessments.
Inspect and monitor compliance for all licensed facilities. Conduct regular inspections and audits of licensed facilities to assess compliance with regulatory standards, including the Alberta Child Youth Family Enhancement Act, Residential Facilities Licensing Regulation, Enhancement Policy, contracts, agreements, and agency policies.
Assist in identifying emerging issues in the region, assess potential impacts, develop action plans, and recommend and implement mitigation strategies to address areas of non-compliance.
Ensure services are delivered in a strength based, proactive manner and adhere to legislation, regulations, and policy.
Collaborate with Child Intervention, Alberta Health Services, municipality services, and agencies related to reported incidents and inspection concerns.
Respond to all residential licensing related inquiries made by Albertan's.
Complete all required paperwork, reports, and applications and maintain physical and electronic files.
Ensure that all data management systems are kept up to date.
General data entry and collection of required documents.
Assist in responding to Minister's Action Requests and Regional requests for information/support.