Licensing Specialist - Samh

Overview

The Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) is seeking a LICENSING SPECIALIST - SAMH CS for a regional position that may be housed in the Gainesville office. This is not a telework position; the candidate will be required to work in the office. The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer.

Requisition No: 868542
The Agency:
Children and Families

Working Title:

LICENSING SPECIALIST - SAMH
- Job Title:

LICENSING SPECIALIST - SAMH CS – )

The Florida Department of Children and Families is the state of Florida’s social services agency. The agency oversees services for child safety, fostering, adoption, domestic violence, adult protective services, refugees, homelessness, mental health, substance abuse, childcare providers, human trafficking and public assistance. The agency’s mission is to work in partnership with local communities to protect the vulnerable, promote strong and economically self-sufficient families, and advance personal and family recovery and resiliency.

• Licensing, monitoring, and evaluating substance abuse treatment programs for regulatory compliance using Chapter 397 F.S., Chapter 65D-30 F.A.C., and CFOP 155-31 as guidance.
• Review provider applications, monitor substance abuse provider locations, and license providers yearly per licensing standards.
• Generate Monitoring reports and corrective action reports as required.
• Develop proficiency with the Provider Licensing and Designation System (PLADS).
• Enter licensure and fine payments into PLADS.
• Oversee the designation/re-designation of Baker Act Receiving Facilities to ensure regulatory compliance under Chapter 394 F.S. and 65E-12 F.A.C. as assigned.
• Collaborate with community partners such as AHCA and Managing Entity on audits, investigations, and complaints.
• Contribute to statewide licensure calls conducted monthly.
• Review all SA and MH IRAS reports of assigned providers to obtain additional information or to investigate if needed.
• Attend community meetings, train opportunities, and build partnerships; travel as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Knowledge
  • Knowledge of Chapter 397, F.S., and 65D-30, F.A.C.
  • Knowledge of behavioral health disorders (substance use, mental health, and co-occurring disorders).
  • Knowledge of substance abuse and mental health providers in the local community.
  • Knowledge of current substance abuse and mental health systems of care.
  • Knowledge of applicable state, federal, and local substance use treatment laws, statutes, and regulations.
  • Knowledge of methods for compiling, organizing, and analyzing data.
• Abilities
  • Ability to use computers, Microsoft Office applications, and other required equipment.
  • Ability to develop methods for monitoring and evaluating quality of service and regulatory compliance.
  • Ability to travel in the local area frequently.
  • Ability to analyze and use information.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in a business environment.
  • Ability to utilize problem solving techniques.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team depending on the situation.
• Skills
  • Develop proficiency with the PLADS system.
  • Effectively organize and prioritize work assignments.

• Must have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university (with a degree in human services, social work, or social sciences) or two to three years’ experience in the substance abuse treatment field (to substitute for a degree type) or one to three years’ experience in regulatory or contract auditing (to substitute for a degree type).
• Applicants must not have any disciplinary actions within the past twelve months.
• Applicants must have a valid driver's license and access to a vehicle.

• Health insurance
• Life insurance: $25,000 policy is free plus option to purchase additional life insurance
• Dental, vision and supplemental insurance
• retirement plan options, including employer contributions
• Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Tuition waiver for public college courses

• The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action…