Position: Licensing Representative

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Human Service or related field, and at least one year experience in foster care. Must have daily use of a reliable car and valid Driver's License. Must pass Child Care Act, Foster Family Home Licensing Exam, CERAP exam and Illinois Licensure exam within the first six months of employment.

Purpose: Performs functions to recruit, orient, assess and monitor prospective and current foster families.

Essential Responsibilities:

1. Recruit prospective foster family applicants and conduct orientation meetings. Respond to telephone inquiries regarding foster parent licensing.

2. Initiate licensing process by providing the applicant with necessary documents and when completed, forward forms to Springfield.

3. Assess family home environment, financial readiness, family relationships, supports, references, and motivations. Recommend licensing supervisor approval or denial of foster family license in accordance with DCFS Rule 402.

4. Inform foster families of their responsibilities and CARC responsibilities by providing a foster parent handbook and signing the foster parent agreement.

5. Complete CFS590 Compliance Record for Foster Home via home site visit observations.

6. Complete written home study and/or home study update to attach to recommendation document.

7. Maintain the licensing files/or licensing section of Foster Parent Records for each home and develop mechanism to track expiration date and compliance visits.

8. Maintain close communication with DCFS licensing office to maintain efficient flow of the licensing process and procedural updates. Attend DCFS Licensing training sessions.

9. Maintain a schedule of twice yearly monitoring visits to existing licensed homes for continued compliance.

10. Inform licensing supervisor and child welfare worker of any unusual activities or problems affecting the licensing compliance of a home.

11. Assist in coordinating and document training for foster parents.

12. Responsible for carrying and responding to assigned pager on a 24 hour basis.

13. Perform other related duties as assigned.

OTHER EXPECTATIONS

Employees shall respect the diversity of all individuals (e.g., clients, co-workers, stakeholders) and refrain from any form of discrimination and/or harassment based on religious, marital, ethnic, racial, gender, sexual orientation, or other differences.

Employees share the responsibility of creating and maintaining a welcoming and supportive work environment.

Description

Envision Unlimited is a large non-profit agency committed to providing services for adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities and/or mental illness. We emphasize quality services that promote choice, independence, and community integration. Through the collaborative efforts of an interdisciplinary team, our members receive person-centered services aimed at improving the functionality and practical application of social, financial, and emotional skills. In addition, we work to build partnerships with our community to enrich the lives of our members by creating lasting opportunities that will strengthen relationships for a lifetime. Our programs include, but are not limited to, ABA Therapy for Children, Community Day Program, Community Living, Mental Health, Employment and Career Services, and Foster Care.

Envision Unlimited provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Envision Unlimited offers competitive salaries and a generous benefit package to our professionals:

Blue Cross/Blue Shield Medical Coverage: HMO, PPO

Dental and Vision Insurance Options

Company paid Life and LTD Insurance

Voluntary plans (Pet insurance, AD&D, Life, Critical Illness, Short Term Disability)

12 Paid Holidays

Paid vacation, sick time and personal days

403B plan

In house training and CEU’s

Employee Assistance Network

Support for pursuing clinical licensure (financial and time off)

Opportunity for career growth & development

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Human Service or related field, and at least one year experience in foster care. Must have daily use of a reliable car and valid Driver's License. Must pass Child Care Act, Foster Family Home Licensing Exam, CERAP exam and Illinois Licensure exam within the first six months of employment.