Licensing Specialist

At Safe Children Coalition, our mission is to protect children and youth, strengthen families, and build community. As a Licensing Specialist, you will play a critical role in this mission by guiding and supporting foster families through the licensing process — ensuring every child has access to a safe, nurturing home. This role is ideal for someone who combines empathy with attention to detail, thrives on meaningful connection, and is driven to make a daily impact. Key Responsibilities Establish trusting relationships with prospective and current foster families. Conduct comprehensive, trauma‑informed home studies and caregiver interviews. Evaluate each family's readiness to provide safe, stable, and supportive care tailored to the unique needs of children in foster care. Manage the end‑to‑end licensing and re‑licensing process for foster families. Ensure all licensing requirements, documentation, and timelines comply with regulatory standards. Maintain accurate records and uphold agency and state guidelines. Conduct regular home visits and check‑ins with foster families to assess well‑being and compliance. Identify potential challenges early and offer proactive solutions and resources. Serve as a consistent point of contact, providing encouragement, education, and advocacy to foster families. Interview and assess prospective foster families. Complete all initial and re‑licensing requirements for prospective foster families. Assist families with required trainings. Conduct all required procedures for annual re‑licensing of foster families. Conduct required retention/waiver visits. Attend and prepare documentation for case review consultations for foster homes. Participate in case review consultations when applicable for dependency‑related case review consultations. Provide support and advocacy for assigned foster families. Participate in foster home recruitment activities and education. Increase public awareness of the need for safe, appropriate foster homes. Participate in on‑call responsibilities on a rotating basis. A Comprehensive Benefits Program 5 weeks of PTO accruals available during the first year of employment 12 paid holidays Professional development Ongoing coaching and feedback Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Health Benefits With Shared Premium Costs Medical Dental Vision Life Short‑term disability Long‑term disability 401(k) retirement Compensation Starting at: $48,000.00 Requirements Possess a valid Florida Driver’s License in good standing and be insurable by the agency’s current insurance carrier. Meet state criminal background check requirements. Ability to work a flexible schedule. Knowledge of community resources. Meet all driving requirements and guidelines to operate SCC fleet vehicles and/or a personal vehicle for work‑related activities. Education / Experience Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field. Minimum of two years social services experience. Child Welfare Certification preferred or must obtain within one year of employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr