Licensing Specialist - Clearfield, Utah

If you want to help our mission - promote the health and safety of individuals through the effective licensing and monitoring of health and human services programs, this job is for you.

The Office of Licensing within the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is looking for an individual who would love to work in a supportive team environment with a focus on monitoring license compliance, including investigation of complaints, critical incidents, and unlicensed programs.

Why You Should Join Our Team
You will not only work in a supportive team environment, you will also receive great benefits. Click hereto see the variety of benefits including medical, dental, life, and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program the State of Utah offers.

The Agency
The Office of Licensing is a part of the Department of Human Services. For more information on the Office of Licensing, click here.

• This position is located in Clearfield, Utah
• This position may require some statewide travel

The Licensing Specialist will need to be able to:

• schedule and conduct inspections/investigations of complaints and critical incidents regarding DHS licensing settings
• audit and review systems and practices to ensure compliance with procedures, regulations and standards
• interview providers and clients to assess rules compliance or the presence of abuse, neglect, exploitation, or fraud
• maintain detailed activity logs
• review, restrict, deny, suspend, or revoke licenses
• conduct and compose assessment home studies for potential foster/adoptive providers

The Ideal Candidate
The model candidate for this position is someone who:

• has experience in investigations and/or auditing
• has a bachelor's degree in a related area of study
• has experience working in or with the Office of Licensing
• has a current SSW license through the State of Utah
• has experience in a human services program (treatment or foster care)
• is able to work with people in a manner showing sensitivity, tact, and professionalism
• understand laws governing access to public and private records (Government Records Access and Management Act)

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:

• Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc..
• Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.
• This position may require some statewide travel

The State of Utah is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring is done without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age or disability. The State provides reasonable accommodations to the known disabilities of individuals in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. For accommodation information or if you need special accommodations to complete the application process, please contact the Department of Human Resource Management at (801) 538-3025 or TTY (801) 538-3696.

APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/utah/jobs/3852895/licensing-specialist-clearfield

4315 S. 2700 W., Suite 2100
Salt Lake City, UT 84129

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.00 - $31.56 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• On-the-job training
• Paid time off

Experience level:

• No experience needed

Shift:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• Hybrid remote
• Office

Work Location: One location

Salary : $21 - $32