Licensing Specialist

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Licensing Specialist : Here at Safe Children Coalition, it is our mission to protect children and youth, strengthen families, and build community. As a Licensing Specialist, you'll guide, support, and license foster families, helping build safe, loving homes for children who need them most. This role blends compassion with compliance—ideal for someone who enjoys connecting with people, staying organized, and making a meaningful impact every day.

Responsibilities

• Interview and assess prospective foster families
• Complete all initial and relicensing requirements for prospective foster families
• Assist families with required trainings
• Conduct all required procedures for annual re-licensing of foster families
• Conduct retention / waiver visits and documentation for 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

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Benefits

Starting Pay

$48,000.00

Requirements

Possess a valid Florida Driver's License in good standing and be insurable. Must meet state criminal background check requirements. Ability to work a flexible schedule. Knowledge of community resources.

Education / Experience

Bachelor's degree in social work or related field. Minimum of two years social services experience. Child Welfare Certification preferred. Certification must be obtained within 1 year of employment.

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