SERVICES & PROGRAM LICENSING SPECIALIST Date: Dec 20, 2024 Req ID: 45843 Location: Little Rock, AR, US, 72556 Category: DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION Anticipated Starting Salary: 36154.98 Position Number: 2209-7284 County: Izard Posting End Date: January 3, 2025 Federal Programs: Part C - First Connections Join the Arkansas Department of Education where each student is recognized as an individual. Through a cultivation of world-class educators, partnering with communities, and an influx of social supports, Arkansas Department of Education provides multi-level supports that help ensure students will receive a personalized education and develop a life-long love of learning. Job Duties: This position will be housed in northcentral Arkansas. The Services and Program Licensing Specialist position will work as a First Connections Service Coordinator and will perform the following duties: Provides and/or facilitates service delivery to include case management/service coordination; gathers, evaluates, assesses information; determines service eligibility; conducts, participates in and facilitates planning teams; writes individualized plans independently or through team consensus; determines appropriate resource referrals; coordinates all developmental evaluations within required timelines and make referrals to appropriate programs, agencies, and services on behalf of clients. The Service Coordinator will implement compliance activities, perform administrative activities, and coordinate all developmental evaluations and make referrals to appropriate programs, agencies, and services on behalf of clients. Special Requirements: The formal education equivalent of a bachelor’s degree in social work, sociology, or a related field; plus, one year of experience working with human service programs, conducting research and inspections or investigations, or a related field. OTHER JOB-RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE. Position Information Class Code: X094C Grade: GS06 FLSA Status: EXEMPT Salary Range: $36,155.00 - $57,668.00 Summary The Services and Program Licensing Specialist is responsible for inspecting and evaluating community-based programs for licensure approval or renewal. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency policy. Functions Provides technical assistance and licensure standards for proposed and existing community-based programs serving the developmentally disabled. Evaluates proposed and existing programs by conducting on-site inspections of facilities and operations and submitting evaluation reports to supervisor. Coordinates licensure evaluation teams by selecting and directing team members on periodic review of programs. Develops and monitors corrective action plans to correct program deficiencies. Conducts and coordinates training and provides technical assistance to programs in needed areas. Analyzes program data and recommends licensing of specific programs within specified timeframes and assists in preparing reports to sectional administrators. Develops and submits new and revised procedures and standards for licensure of proposed and existing programs. Gathers and reviews current state and federal trends, standards, and legislation to ensure departmental compliance. Investigates alleged violations of standards by conducting on-site visits to monitor program operations and reviewing records. Performs other duties as assigned. Dimensions Frequent in-state travel is required. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of state and federal trends, standards, and legislation affecting community-based programs. Knowledge of departmental licensing standards and evaluation methods for related community-based programs. Knowledge of the principles and practices of community-based programs. Ability to prepare, present and review oral and written information and detailed reports. Ability to evaluate community-based programs and develop corrective action plans. Ability to provide technical assistance and make referrals as needed. Ability to confer with others concerning licensure criteria and make recommendations. Minimum Qualifications The formal education equivalent of a bachelor's degree in social work, sociology or a related field; plus one year of experience working with human service programs, conducting research and inspections or investigations, or a related field. Licenses Must possess a valid Arkansas driver’s license. The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law. Nearest Major Market:Little Rock