Licensing Specialist jobs in Chico, CA

The CA. Department of Social Services' and the Community Care Licensing Division-Children's Residential Program Division are recruiting for a Licensing Program Analyst in its Chico Children's Residential Local Office.Job Description and Duties

Under the supervision of a Licensing Program Manager I (LPM I), the Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) is responsible for a full range of licensing duties which may include: developing and implementing orientations/training programs, reviewing applications, recommending license approval/denial, performing on-site facility evaluations, investigating complaints in licensed and unlicensed facilities, recommending and preparing administrative actions to deny, revoke, and suspend facility licenses.

Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) must possess a valid driver’s license and be able to travel frequently (sometimes overnight). LPAs must have good verbal and written communication skills and be able to maintain composure in stressful situations. LPAs are subject to fingerprinting and a criminal record check by the Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigation.
LPAs have regular contact with licensees, facility staff, children in care, their parents/responsible parties, and the public; may also meet with or conduct joint visits with fire marshals, long term care ombudsmen and other client advocates, local law enforcement and personnel from other agencies.
LPAs determine facility compliance or noncompliance with statutory and administrative law, issue civil penalties, and may be the first to detect and recommend the need for administrative or misdemeanor prosecution. Failure to observe and cite deficiencies may result in health and safety hazards to clients resulting in neglect, abuse, injury or death, and potential liability to the Department.
LPAs are supervised by a Licensing Program Manager I (LPM I). LPAs receive training and general instruction on licensing policy and division goals. LPMs closely supervise LPAs at Range A and B level and perform quality assurance evaluations frequently. As the level of expertise increases, the quality assurance evaluations are less frequent.

Benefits: The state offers comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, long-term care and disability insurance, as well as paid leave. Please see the Benefits section below for more details.

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Must apply for the position via CalCareers. Final Filing Date: 5/16/2024

Salary: $3,730.00 - $6,963.00 per Month

Learn more: https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=429255

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $3,730.00 - $6,963.00 per month

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to Relocate:

• Chico, CA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person