Regional Licensor (SHPC2)

Our vision is to ensure that “Washington state’s children and youth grow up safe and healthy, thriving physically, emotionally, and educationally, nurtured by family and community.”

Job Title: Regional Licensor (SHPC2) Location: While the assigned office is in Kelso, WA (711 Vine, Suite 2; Kelso, WA 98626) your official duty station could be determined based on the nearest DCYF Office location to you. Flexible/Hybrid: This position is flexible/hybrid and can be done remotely; however, some travel is required, and is typically local or regional, to meet with clients, conduct business, or attend or provide training. Closes: Thursday, August 27th, 2026 Salary: $64,512 - $86,688 Annually

Are you looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the safety and well-being of children and youth in out-of-home care? Join the Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) Regional Licensing team as a Social & Health Program Consultant 2 (Regional Licensor). Our team values collaboration, professional growth, and a supportive work environment. This position offers variety, autonomy, and opportunities to use your strong problem-solving and communication skills while supporting safe, stable, and nurturing care for children and youth. This position offers a flexible work environment with telework options, and office location is negotiable based on availability.

The Opportunity: As a CPA Regional Licensor, you will provide licensing oversight and consultation for Child Placing Agencies (CPAs) to help ensure compliance with applicable Revised Code of Washington (RCW), Washington Administrative Code (WAC), and DCYF policy. You will collaborate with child welfare staff, CPA staff, providers, and community partners to promote consistent licensing practices, assess compliance with licensing standards, and support the health, safety, and well-being of children in out-of-home care. This position may require travel statewide to conduct CPA-specific site visits. In this role, you will also apply DCYF's commitment to racial equity, inclusion, and culturally responsive practice by recognizing and respecting the strengths, cultures, values, and lived experiences of families and providers.

Some of what you'll do:• Provide direction to providers in assessing and improving the health and safety of children in out-of-home care, interpreting Washington policy and statute governing licensing functions, and correcting deficiencies to maintain licensure.

• Provide direction in the development and monitoring of agency policies and procedures to ensure WAC requirements are met and the health, safety, and service needs of children in out-of-home care are addressed.
• Explain department policies and provisions of law to Child Placing Agencies (CPAs), families, individuals, and community members.
• Participate in case staffings and multidisciplinary/multi-agency staffings, and coordinate with intra- and inter-agency organizations.
• Consult with agency management and staff on program development and improvement and provide assistance to providers to support retention, when appropriate.
• Process complaints and coordinate investigations of licensing violations in private agency foster homes; assess risk to the health and safety of children, determine compliance with licensing regulations, and determine investigation findings.
• Evaluate complaint information to determine the degree of risk and need for emergent response; issue compliance agreements and monitor programs for compliance.
• Complete semi-annual health and safety program reviews, which may include site visits, file reviews, and interviews with children and staff; prepare comprehensive reports as necessary.
• Initiate adverse licensing actions, when necessary, in consultation with the Regional Licensing Supervisor and support preparation for licensing actions and administrative hearings.
• Represent the Department and provide testimony at hearings concerning licensing adverse actions.
• Utilize FamLink/WACAP and other licensing systems to document activities, maintain provider records, update assigned licenses, and ensure licensing information is current, complete, objective, factual, and timely.
• Maintain documentation and correspondence using Microsoft Word and provide copies of correspondence and files in accordance with DCYF Public Records policies and procedures.

What we are looking for:• One (1) year of experience as a Social and Health Program Consultant 1 OR Social Services Specialist 2

OR• A master's degree (or higher) in social work, a health or social science, public administration or a related field, AND one (1) years of professional experience in professional level Child Placing Agency licensing and/or Foster Home licensing and/or Home Study, Licensing Investigation and evaluating facts to recommend for management action or decide compliance with program guidelines and regulations.

OR• A bachelor's degree in social work, a health or social science, public administration, or a related field; AND two (2) years of professional experience in professional level Child Placing Agency licensing and/or Foster Home licensing and/or Home Study, Licensing Investigation and evaluating facts to recommend for management action or decide compliance with program guidelines and regulations.

OR• Equivalent combination of education and experience completing professional level Child Placing Agency licensing, Foster Home licensing, Home Study, Licensing Investigation and evaluating facts to recommend for management action or decide compliance with program guidelines and regulations totaling four (4) years.

AND• The ability to take action to learn and grow.

• The ability to take action to meet the needs of others.

In addition to those required qualifications, our ideal applicant will also have some or all of the following:• Ability to: • Work cooperatively with diverse groups and individuals.

• Organize and prioritize own work.

• Manage a large caseload in an efficient and effective manner.

• Assist other workers to develop and implement effective techniques for caseload management.

• Present material effectively in written and oral form.

• Work independently and make decisions around program issues.

• Working understanding of agency policies, WAC and RCW related to licensing CPA’s and CPA certified foster homes.

• Must be skilled in the use of MS Office (Word and Outlook) and FamLink/WA CAP database.

• Have experience in home study and/or licensing CPA’s and/or foster homes.

How do I apply? In addition to completing the online application, applicants must attach the following documents to their profile to be considered for this position:

• College Transcripts -If applicable. (An unofficial copy is acceptable for applying).
• Cover Letter (describing how you meet the specific qualifications for this position).
• Resume

Supplemental Information:The Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) is committed to Washington’s children and youth growing up safe, healthy, and thriving. We invite all candidates to join us in our goal to create a diverse and equitable workplace that reflects the communities we serve. If you are excited about this role but you believe that your education and/or experience might not align perfectly with every qualification in the job posting, we encourage you to apply anyway.

The Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained service animal by a person with a disability.

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies.

This position requires a minimum of at least two years of driving experience and a valid driver’s license.

Must successfully complete formal training courses as required by law, policy, and regional requirements within twelve months of initial appointment.

Incumbent must complete Work Force Core as well as specialized licensing track training.

Degrees must be obtained from an accredited college or university whose accreditation is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), or a foreign equivalent verified by a NACES-approved organization at naces.org. Foreign Equivalency certification must be attached to the application for degrees obtained outside the U.S.

This position is included in the bargaining unit represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE). For more information: https://wfse.org/.

Benefits eligibility for this position may be different than what’s listed in the benefits tab of this recruitment announcement. For more information on employee benefits eligibility, visit: Public Employee Benefits Board (PEBB).

If you would like to request an accommodation throughout the application/interview process, contact DCYF Recruiter. If you're experiencing technical difficulties creating, accessing or completing your application, call NEOGOV toll-free at (855) 524-5627 or email [email protected]. Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this announcement in an alternative format may call the Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD) at360-664-1960.

Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and wish to claim Veteran's Preference MUST attach a copy of their DD214, NGB Form 22, or Predischarge Certification (issued not more than 120 days prior to End of Term of Service (ETS) by date of submission). If claiming preference based on Predischarge Certification, the individual will be required to provide their official discharge documentation, such as a DD Form 214, NGB Form 22, or equivalent, within 30 days after the date of discharge. Please blackout (redact) the social security number before attaching any documents. For additional information on Veterans’ Preference and guidance on how to determine if you are eligible, click here.

DCYF participates in the federal E-Verify program. The selected candidate must provide proof of identity and authorization to work in the United States, consistent with E-Verify requirements, on their first day of employment.

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