Regional Licensing Officer – Central Region

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Job title: Regional Licensing Officer – Central Region

Company: Government of Alberta

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Job Title: Regional Licensing Officer – Central Region
Job Requisition ID: 62492
Ministry: Children and Family Services
Location: Central Region
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Temporary until/or before October 1, 2025
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: October 7, 2024
Classification: Human Services Worker 3
Salary: ​$2,318.07 to $2,987.65 bi-weekly ($60,501 – $77,977/year)The Government of Alberta is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Albertans. Consider joining a team where diversity, inclusion and innovation are valued and supported. For more information on diversity and inclusion, please visit:The Ministry of Children and Family Services works to foster a society in which families are safe and resilient, individuals have sustainable employment, vulnerable Albertans have the supports they require, and no one is left behind. Children and Family Services mission is to assist Albertans in creating the conditions for safe and supportive homes, communities, and workplaces so they have opportunities to realize their full potential. Its core business is to work collaboratively with community partners to deliver citizen-centered programs and services that improve quality of life for Albertans. The ministry deals with topics that vary widely and addresses many of the issues people face across their life span.To learn more about our Ministry’s work, please visit:Role ResponsibilitiesCentral Region Children and Family Services – Specialized Services team has an opportunity for you! As the Central Region Residential Licensing Officer, you 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. In this role you will be responsible to provide information, consultation, orientation, evaluation, and monitoring to potential and existing residential facility placement providers, such as Foster Homes, Group Homes and Residential and Secure Facilities. You will work collaboratively with contracted agency foster homes, residential care facilities and Delegated First Nations Agencies to ensure compliance under the Child, Youth and Family Enhancement Act, Residential Facilities Licensing Regulations and Child, Youth and Family Enhancement Policy.The successful candidate must have strong interpersonal skills, the ability to make sound assessments and good decision-making skills. The successful candidate will possess the following attributes: an interest and ability to work closely with community partners, well-developed organization, and time management skills, as well as excellent written documentation and verbal communication skills. Travel is required throughout the region.In this role you will be responsible to oversee program operations by;

• 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.

Please click on this to view the job description for this position.APS CompetenciesCompetencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.This link will assist you with understanding competencies:
.To be successful in this role, you must bring the following competencies:

• Agility
• Drive for Results
• Develop Self and Others
• Build Collaborative Environments
• Develop Networks
• Systems Thinking
• Creative Problem Solving

QualificationsEducation:

• Related university degree (Bachelor of Social Work, BA Child Studies/Child & Youth Care, BA Education, Bachelor of Health Sciences, Bachelor of Human Services, BA/BSc Psychology, BA Sociology, Bachelor of Community Rehab, BSc. Family Studies/Human Ecology, BA Early Child Development) and 1-year related experience.

Equivalencies:

• Related diploma (Social Work Diploma, Addictions/Counseling, Child and Youth Care, Human Services, Criminal Justice) and 2 years related experience; or
• Related certificate and 3 years related experience

Experience:

• Experience working with foster parents, group care, residential programs and multiple stakeholders is preferred.
• Understanding and knowledge working with Indigenous peoples and communities is an asset.
• Experience in working in child and youth care facilities.

The ideal candidates will possess excellent verbal and written communication skills and strong critical thinking skills. Additionally, they will be required to demonstrate the skills, knowledge, abilities and competencies as outlined in the Job Profile.Preference will be given to those who have:

• Regulatory compliance knowledge
• Data driven strategic planning skills
• Experience working with stakeholders
• Strong written and verbal skills
• Knowledge of data base systems CYIM and CICIO
• First Aid Certification

Note: For professional roles related to Child Intervention, a directly related diploma is considered equivalent to a related degree. No experience is required.Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification.
Refer toNotesThis is a temporary full-time position.Hours of Work:
Monday to Friday, 36.25 hours per week (full-time).
(Working after-hours or outside of regular business hours may be required).Location:
This position will be located in Red Deer or Wetaskiwin. Please specify your location of interest in your cover letter.
Regular travel is REQUIRED throughout the region, which includes travel to Lloydminster, Wainwright, Camrose, Stettler, Drumheller, Olds, Red Deer, Rocky Mountain House, Drayton Valley, and Wetaskiwin.Application Requirements:

• A cover letter outlining how your education and experience relates directly to this role is required.
• In your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. Please indicate whether your work experience is casual, part-time, or full-time. For example: January 15, 2006 – June 25, 2009: Assistant (PT three 8 hrs. shifts/week).
• Complete all pre-screening questions.

Please be advised your current supervisor and manager will be contacted as references.Successful Candidate for this position will undergo an academic check, intervention record check and provide suitable security screening. This position requires an Enhance Security Clearance that will be conducted for the successful candidate.Role Requirements:

• You carry a valid Class 5 Driver’s License and access to a reliable vehicle.
• As per the health Professions Act, successful applicants must be registered with the Alberta College of Social Workers (ACSW) to be eligible for this position, if:

• They have a degree in social work from any university in North America that is accredited by the Canadian Association for Social Work Education (CASWE) or the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE); or they have graduated from an approved social work diploma program in Alberta;
• They have, within the last five years, been a registered, certified, or licensed social worker in another province or with a member of the Association of Social Work Boards.
• Please be prepared to provide your registration details at the time of interview. For more information, please visit

. * It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) (
) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information ( ). It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment services as part of their application.Notes (cont)Travel:

• Occasional travel will be required in the role in Alberta and out of province if the need arises. Final candidates for this position will be asked to provide a current 5-year commercial driver’s abstract if it is not already on file.
• Employee may also be required to use their own vehicles when government fleet vehicles are not available. Appropriate insurance is required.

Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.Links and information on what the GoA has to offer to prospective employees.

• Working for the Alberta Public Service –
• Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) –
• Management Employees Pension Plan (MEPP) –
• Alberta Public Service Benefit Information –
• Professional learning and development –
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool –
• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance
• Opportunity to participate in flexible work arrangements such as working from home up to two days per week and modified work schedule agreement.
• Leadership and mentorship program

How To Apply
Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.Candidates are required to apply for a job online. Please visit for more information. Please visit , for more information.It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)( ) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information ( ).It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.Closing Statement
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates’ qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Baiju Jacob at

Location: Wetaskiwin, AB – Red Deer, AB

Job date: Sun, 22 Sep 2024 01:27:11 GMT